Siena Historical Center Travel Guide
Siena
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Popular places to visit
Siena Cathedral
Siena Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Siena, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful countryside while you're in the area.
Piazza del Campo
Learn about the local history of Siena when you spend time at Piazza del Campo. Discover the area's beautiful countryside or seek out its local tours.
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena
You can learn about the history of Siena with a stop at Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena. Discover the beautiful countryside while you're in the area.
Fortezza Medicea
Looming over the city, this fortress is a symbol of when Siena’s independence ended in the 16th century. Today, it’s a public space for exercise and entertainment.
Palazzo Pubblico
Palazzo Pubblico is just one of the places to see in Siena, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's beautiful countryside or seek out its local tours.
Basilica di San Domenico
St. Catherine’s holy relics create the centerpiece of a 13th-century Dominican church that has long been a center of Siena’s religious life.
Things to do
Siena Medieval Power Quest: Self-Guided Family Feud Game
Siena, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni & Chianti from Florence
Florence: San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni, Chianti & Lunch with Wine
Wine Experience in an Organic Chianti Winery
At Your Own Pace: Discovering Siena & Tuscany
From Siena: Chianti and Castles Tour with Wine Tastings
Top hotels in Siena Historical Center
Hotel Athena
"Location is good. Large property with good parking. Staff is very helpful and friendly. The hotel aesthetic is bland and utilitarian. Breakfast is good. The rooftop deck is lovely but small."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Grand Hotel Continental Siena – Starhotels Collezione
"Loved the location Restaurant was outstanding!!"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Palazzo Ravizza
"Well located, useful parking, and helpful staff"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Chiusarelli
"This is a delightful hotel with staff that are extremely friendly and helpful. Although the historic nature of the hotel precluded lifts this did not detract from the stay (one way of saying fit).Huge benefit of having on site parking."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel Minerva
"Just outside the city wall, a convenient and clean location to get into town"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
NH Siena
"Clean hotel and very helpful staff only a 10min walk from main square"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Siena Historical Center
Siena City Centre
Siena City Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Siena State Archives and Piazza del Campo.
San Prospero
When in San Prospero, you can plan a visit to Fortezza Medicea and Fontebranda, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ravacciano
While there might not be top attractions in Ravacciano, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena and Siena State Archives.
Pispini
While Pispini isn't home to many top sights, Porta Romana and Siena State Archives are some notable places to visit nearby.
Camollia
While Camollia may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fortezza Medicea and Fontebranda.
Scacciapensieri
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Scacciapensieri and surrounding area, you can visit Fortezza Medicea and Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena.
