Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comSiena and San Gimignano Day Trip from Florence
based on 254 reviews
Duration: 8.5 - 9 hours (approx.)
Location: Florence, Italy
Product code: 24283GROUP
254 reviews of Siena and San Gimignano Day Trip from Florence
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The trip was spectacular. We got onto the top deck of a double-decker bus, so we had wonderful views of the Tuscan countryside. Our guide, who had impeccable English, commented on the history of the region on the way and also told us about our itinerary and what we could see in Siena. There was a lot of walking when we got to Siena, but the journey to the start point for the guided tour was over level ground, so no hardship. The tour by local guide was excellent, lots of inside information; we saw the highlights of Siena, including a visit to the cathedral and the works museum to see the famous painting. We were then taken down to the Campo and given an hour and a half for a leisurely lunch, perfect. We then made the short journey to San Gimignano with a stop to take photos from a distance. We had no tour in the second stop, but were led to the walls and left to explore on our own, with all the relevant information on where to go, what to eat and what to see. There was just the right amount of time to explore, then we returned to Florence in time to get our evening meal. A worthwhile trip. You must try it, as it's difficult to get to San Gimignano on public transport, and the guide information was very helpful.
Reviewed by: Michael S, United Kingdom, October 2008
A very well organized tour. My only criticism was that at times it was difficult to hear the guide.
Reviewed by: Charles L, United States, September 2008
The tour was great. The bus that took us to both locations was top notch, the tour guide great. Highly recommended. The tour operator deserves to be commended for the delivery of the product.
Reviewed by: Yvonne C, United States, September 2008
The only comment of any critic was that on a very hot day, 33C, the guide in Siena moved too fast for some of the more elderly folk to keep up.
Reviewed by: Thomas H, United Kingdom, September 2008
We loved this tour. The places were very interesting and clean. Learned a lot of history and our guide was very informative. They took us to a quaint restaurant that served excellent food. We want to come back to these areas again!
Reviewed by: Gayle G, United States, September 2008
Really enjoyed this day. If I was to make any comments it would be that the time in San Gimignano could have been slightly longer as it is absolutely beautiful and I felt we were a bit rushed. Sienna was also beautiful, the guided tour added to the enjoyment but maybe the initial part of the tour could be shortened slightly, the cathedral was amazing and our experience was much enhanced by the guide. The time spent on the bus could have been more informative if the guide didn't have to speak in both English and Spanish. If English only was spoken I feel that a lot more information could have been given about local interests and history. Maybe the days could be split between English and Spanish speaking tours.
Reviewed by: Clare F, Ireland, August 2008
This tour was fantastic, and local guide was both knowledgeable and entertaining. The sites were great, and the time allowed suited perfectly.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, Australia, August 2008
Tour of Siena and San Gimignano was great. The medieval towns are full with history and everything still remain the same as it was in the old time.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United States, August 2008
Loved seeing those great beautiful towns, in spite of long walks from the bus, up hills, to get to the main features of the towns.
Reviewed by: Neil W, Canada, July 2008
We had a marvelous day in these two cities. Our favorite of the two was San Gimignano, a fifteenth century gem of a city. It also has the world's best gelato as voted by the local authorities. We even purchased a ceramic table from here and it was delivered to our home the very day we got back. Can't recommend this enough. Also the luncheon choice of the company for was outstanding, although not included.
Reviewed by: Jan L, United States, July 2008
Excellent tour - particularly good local guide in Sienna.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United Kingdom, July 2008
The church in Siena was amazing! I just wish we had more time in San Gimignano.
Reviewed by: Keely H, United States, July 2008
The great thing is we did not have to drive, so we could all view the scenery.
Reviewed by: Philip P, United States, July 2008
Both towns were absolutely stunning. I wouldn't have wanted to miss them. There wasn't enough time given to see everything. Our tour guide in Siena moved pretty quickly, and started speaking before everyone had gathered, so I missed some of the historic information. There were massive crowds of tourists, so you had to maneuver your way around quite a bit. I felt like we needed more time.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United States, July 2008
Our local guide was wonderful. Her enthusiasm for her hometown of Siena made our visit memorable. We were fortunate to be deterred from our trip back to the bus by a parade of one hundred boys and young men in medieval costume playing drums and furling flags. What a treat!
Reviewed by: Barbara M, United States, July 2008
