Top Siena Historical Tours

Indulge in one of Italy's most beautiful cities, Siena, during this sightseeing tour. An expert guide gives you an insider's view of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed town. Linger for a while in Piazza del Campo, the superlative square that is home to the Palio, a wild horse race that takes place every July and August. Stroll the streets with your guide learning about the history of the place. Visit the Duomo, Siena's stunning cathedral, and stroll right in thanks to your skip-the-line ticket. 

Visit San Gimignano and Montalcino on a small-group day trip from Siena, and discover medieval architecture, wine, and stunning views of Tuscany. With ample free time in each of the hill towns, the tour also includes Montalcino winery plus samples of Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino wine.

Take the stress out of planning a day in Tuscany on this half-day small-group tour of the Chianti wine region from Siena, including transport. Enjoy an air-conditioned ride over to two popular wineries to taste wines and oils locals love. Plus spend some free time in Monteriggioni, and catch a glimpse of the town’s well-known medieval castle.

Explore Siena’s historical highlights and iconic cathedral on a small-group walking tour of the historic center. This short but comprehensive tour is designed for curious travelers who want to maximize their limited time in this Tuscan city. As you admire Piazza San Domenico, Torre del Mangia, and other local treasures, your guide will provide illuminating commentary that takes you out of the guidebook and into medieval Tuscany.

Spend a day sipping one of Italy’s top wines, Brunello di Montalcino, on this day trip from Siena. Led by an expert guide, travel to the cellars to learn about the production process and meet the locals behind the delicious red wine. Then, pause at a family-run winery for an authentic Tuscan lunch before exploring the village of Montalcino and the abbey of Sant'Antimo. Stop for additional tastings along the way and conclude with transportation back to Siena. Group size is reserved to eight people for a more intimate experience.

Get medieval on this guided tour from Sienna to San Gimignano and Volterra. Head to the marvelously diminutive hilltop town of Monteriggioni and then stop for a while in UNESCO world Heritage-listed San Gimignano with its plethora of medieval towers and commanding views over the Tuscan countryside. Finally, spend some time in an alabaster workshop in Volterra before indulging in a rustic lunch at a Tuscan farm. This small-group tour is limited to just eight people, ensuring plenty of personalized attention from the guide. 

See the top sights in Siena without the hassle of a guidebook or map with this small-group walking tour through the medieval old town. Join your guide for a stroll along picturesque historic lanes to take in landmarks like the Piazza del Campo, Basilica of San Domenico, and Sanctuary of St. Catherine of Siena. Opt to add on a visit to the city’s magnificent Cathedral, rich in artworks by Renaissance masters.

Spend an afternoon in the wine town of Montalcino, tasting the prestigious Brunello di Montalcino and learning about wine production. This tour from Siena that tasting of local wine paired with salami and cured meat. Admire views of the Tuscan countryside from the pretty hill town and discover the region’s generations-old winemaking traditions.

Tuscany is world-renowned for its wine, so ensure you get an insider’s glimpse into the industry during a tasting tour of the vineyards surrounding Siena. Receive personalized attention in a small group limited to 12 as you visit a historical cellar and educate your palate to recognize subtle flavors with the help of a sommelier. Plus, a choice of morning or afternoon departure means you can slot this tour into even the busiest of sightseeing schedules.

This is a city walking tour that will give you the occasion the see this city from the eyes of a local. Your Guide is a certificate professional that has lived and worked in Siena for many years and can give you a full immersion view on the traditions of the city. We will discover together the myths, legends, and secrets of this medieval town and we will have the occasion to see very iconic neighborhoods and street where normally locals spend their time with friends and family. You will also try 3 different flavors of Artisan Gelato and learn about the culinary traditions of Siena. The Tour is performed with Professional audio devices to help you follow all the storytelling without losing any highlights of you tour. At the end of the tour our guide if requested will give you some great recommendation like where to eat, best restaurants or any other activities to do in Siena.

Taste your way through Tuscany with this full-day wine tour of Pienza and Montepulciano from Siena. Visit the charming town of Pienza and stop for one wine tasting each in Montepulciano. You also enjoy plenty of free time to explore each village on your own.

Siena has one of the most intact medieval cityscapes in Italy and with this walking tour, you can take in the hill town’s top sights in just two hours. Skip the hassle of following a map and instead head straight to the highlights with a guide. Stroll past Piazza del Campo, town hall, and Basilica of San Domenico, plus stop in the cathedral to marvel at works by Donatello and Bernini.

If you are looking for a unique and fun activity to involve the whole family in the interactive discovery of the most hidden but no less fascinating places in Siena, you cannot miss our Treasure Hunt! Furthermore, instant photography will allow you to appreciate the beauties of the city from a unique and unrepeatable point of view. Each shot will capture your favorite moments in photos immediately ready to be touched, waved and attached in the guide-albums created to be customized, to be browsed whenever you want. Find out all the details, solve the puzzles and answer the quizzes to transform your visit to Siena into a unique memory to share with the whole family, young and old, and with friends. N.B. In the days of the Palio (29 June-2 July and 13-16 August) the treasure hunt route is not feasible and is replaced with that of the Top 10 dedicated to the places of the Palio, of which we will provide a dedicated guide and map.

Discover the medieval landmarks of Siena and learn about their significance on this private walking tour. During this half-day tour, walk with your guide to highlight attractions around Siena’s historical center, including the Piazza del Campo, Siena Cathedral, and the Basilica di San Domenico. There is a limit of eight travelers on the tour and admission fees to attractions are not included.

Discover with me the unknown and most fascinating Siena with this unique and unusual tour. SECRET SIENA WALKING TOUR, is my favorite to discover history, art and architecture of this wonderful medieval town,away from the crowded tourist routes. Uncover hidden squares, medieval alleys, 14° century perfectly preserved palaces, courtyards and ancient fountains with bewitching legends Enjoy the breathtaking views of Siena, perfect for unforgettable photos and peaceful and suggestive corners. Learn the stories about ancient noble families, medieval pilgrims and ancient disappeared monasteries Explore the territory of a Contrada to know the history of Palio race and visit, if you like, its private museum that I can book for you( tickets not included).

See the hills of Tuscany in true Italian style with this action-packed day trip on a Vespa scooter from Siena. Set off on your scooter through the Tuscan countryside, your guide leading the way, as you and other scooter-riding participants make your way to a Chianti winery for lunch. Tour the vineyards and cellars, sample some wine and indulge in an antipasto lunch before heading back to Siena.

Shake up your sightseeing routine and skip the bland group tour with this app-based quest that leads you through Siena’s medieval center via engaging puzzles and challenges. Solve clues as you stroll through the old town at your own pace, learning about the city’s history and taking in landmark sights along the way. Delve into the power struggles between Siena’s ruling families in the Middle Ages and admire the squares, churches, and palaces they built.

Our Polaguides will allow you to discover the most hidden, but no less fascinating places than Siena and instant photography will allow you to appreciate the beauties of the city from a unique and unrepeatable point of view. Each shot will capture your favorite moments in photos immediately ready to be touched, waved and attached in the guide-albums created to be customized, to be browsed whenever you want. Transform your visit to Siena into unique memories to share with the whole family, young and old, and with friends. N.B. In the days of the Palio (29 June-2 July and 13-16 August) the normal route of the Top 10 in Siena is not feasible and is replaced with that of the Top 10 dedicated to the places of the Palio, of which we will provide a dedicated guide and map.

Discover the fine wines and rich historical heritage of Chianti on a full-day trip from Siena. With a knowledgeable guide, travel through the sublime Tuscan countryside and visit castles cradled by rolling green hills and sprawling vineyards. Visit Castello di Brolio, the esteemed birthplace of Chianti wine, and delve into the opulent chambers of Castello di Ama. Pleasure your palate with fine samples of Chianti Classico wine during tasting sessions and feast on a traditional Italian lunch during your tour. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere on this small-group tour, limited to only eight people.

See the Duomo Nuovo (New Cathedral) and check out the Piccolomini Library, dedicated to Pope Pius II. Oh, and don't forget to look down. The floor is an art piece in itself, with 56 scenes engraved in marble, which were carved between 1369 and 1547 by 40 different artists. You'll step lightly, but the complexity is staggering! Please note that the floor is visible in its entirety from 27/06 to 31/07; 18/08 to 18/10 at 10:00 - 19:00, while on holidays the opening time is 9:30 - 18:00. During the rest of the year, some parts are covered. Enter one of Italy's most important Roman-Gothic style buildings - the magical Cathedral of Siena - and marvel at the frescoes by Donatello, Michelangelo, and Pinturicchio. See the Piccolomini Library and don't forget to check out the floor. It's made of 56 panels of inlaid marble mosaics and is one sight you won't forget.

Spend less time waiting and more time enjoying the Civic Museum of Siena with a skip-the-line admission ticket that allows you to bypass lines at the museum's entrance. An obvious choice for art enthusiasts and time-pressed travelers, this priority pass grants you access to all of paintings, sculptures, and frescoes inside the gallery.

IMPORTANT: For those who booked in the mixed group mode (and not private group) contact me before you book: at least 5 people booked to go. This tour will take you through the fascinating world of the Palio, the renowned horse race that showcases the Sienese people's pride in their Contrada and their city. We'll stroll along picturesque medieval streets, immersing ourselves in the authenticity and charm that earned Siena a spot on the Unesco World Heritage list. Along the way, we'll encounter significant figures who hail from this city, like Santa Caterina. We'll also delve into secular institutions such as the medieval hospital, Santa Maria della Scala, one of the oldest in Europe, the stunning Cathedral (exterior), and the civic powerhouse, Palazzo Pubblico with the magnificent Piazza del Campo. These iconic Sienese landmarks will grant you a genuine insider's perspective, allowing you to truly know the city and see it through the eyes of a local.

Siena is one of Italy’s most captivating medieval cityscapes, but its mazelike historic center is a challenge to navigate. With this private tour, explore with a local guide to cover the highlights in a few hours. Marvel at the Piazza del Campo, stroll the historic center, and take in the Basilica of St. Francis and Medici Fortress while you learn about the local history and architecture.