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Skip the Line: Siena Duomo and City Walking Tour
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Siena Tours
Attractions
Things to do in SienaSiena Civic Museum (Museo Civico di Siena) Tours & TicketsMontalcino Tours & TicketsAbbey of Sant'Antimo (Abbazia di Sant'Antimo) Tours & TicketsSiena Cathedral (Duomo) Tours & TicketsBasilica of San Domenico (Basilica di San Domenico) Tours & TicketsPiazza del Campo Tours & TicketsSiena Piazza del Mercato Tours & Tickets
Recommendations
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
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 Siena's UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town
- Discover top Siena attractions, such as the Basilica of San Domenico and Piazza del Campo, with your expert guide
- Enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the Siena Duomo and admire its Gothic architecture
- See impressive works of art by Donatello, Bernini, and Michelangelo
What's Included
- Guided walking tour of Siena
- Guided tour of Siena Duomo
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
- Piazza San DomenicoPiazza S. Domenico, 53100 Siena SI, Italy
Meet under the large tree next to the red brick church
End point
- Piazza del DuomoPiazza del Duomo, 53100 Siena SI, Italy
The tour ends inside the Duomo cathedral
What To Expect
Meet up with your local guide in central Siena. See the Basilica of San Domenico, the gorgeous Gothic church made of red brick, before setting off with your guide walking the narrow cobblestoned lanes, learning about the various 'contrade,' or neighborhoods, all of which have a distinct personality and character.
Then head over to Piazza del Campo, the seashell-shaped space that has been the public living room of locals for centuries. Admire the Fonte Gaia, Fountain of the World, built in 1419; look up at the tall campanile, attached to the 14th-century Palazzo Pubblico.
After some time, move on from the square and head to the Siena Duomo, one of the most awe-inspiring cathedrals in Europe. Take in the black-and-white-striped facade and then breeze right inside thanks to your skip-the-line ticket. Inside, let your guide lead you around, revealing priceless works of art by Donatello, Bernini, and Michelangelo. Take in the Gothic interior of the cathedral, along with Renaissance-era busts of pope and emperors.
When the tour is over, feel connected to Siena like never before.
Then head over to Piazza del Campo, the seashell-shaped space that has been the public living room of locals for centuries. Admire the Fonte Gaia, Fountain of the World, built in 1419; look up at the tall campanile, attached to the 14th-century Palazzo Pubblico.
After some time, move on from the square and head to the Siena Duomo, one of the most awe-inspiring cathedrals in Europe. Take in the black-and-white-striped facade and then breeze right inside thanks to your skip-the-line ticket. Inside, let your guide lead you around, revealing priceless works of art by Donatello, Bernini, and Michelangelo. Take in the Gothic interior of the cathedral, along with Renaissance-era busts of pope and emperors.
When the tour is over, feel connected to Siena like never before.
Piazza san Domenico (Pass By)
Meeting point for Tuscan Escapes tours
Basilica Cateriniana Di S. Domenico
Visit the church interiors and see saint Catherines relics
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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I would recommend doing this tour during the first day of your stay.
Reviews
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Would recommend
Kelly_K, Nov 2022
Our guide Elio was so knowledgeable and helpful! It was a wonderful tour with great sights and very accessible.
Learn from the Locals
Julie_R, Nov 2022
Marella was helpful and well informed
And it was a pleasure to share the city she grew up in through her eyes
Thank you
GREAT tour
William_R, Nov 2022
The tour guide was EXCELLENT with great talk in perfect English and lead us up slowly through perfect path to Duomo on top of big hill.
Go thorough another tour company
Patricia_M, Oct 2022
We got to the Duomo only to find out our skip the line guided tour couldn’t happen as there was a special mass. Listening in on the guide speak through the headphone with the Duomo staff it seems that there was previous (2day) warning of this closure for mass. We booked our tickets less than 24 hours in advance. We didn’t get to see the Duomo with our guide. This is really the only reason we took the tour. The guide was great throughout the tour-but her boss wasn’t answering her calls. When I tried to call it indicated the line was out of service. Without contacting us they gave us a $15 Canadian credit for 2 of us missing out on a guided skip the line tour. It cost us more to do a wait in line, go on our own tour. Very disappointing and unprofessional. I would never book through this tour operator again.
Response from Host, Oct 2022
Dear Patricia.
Contrary to the claim made by Duomo staff, we did not recieve any notice of the closure, so were unable to close the tour date or notify participants of the change (which we would have of course). Unfortunately there was nothing we could do on the day except refund the duomo ticket costs and offer an alternative visit. We find your rating more than a little unfair due to the fact that you found the guide to be terrific and it was an unforseen circumstance out of our control.
Interesting and informative
Doris_N, Oct 2022
Enjoyed the tour, easy meeting spot. Toured the inside of a couple of churches and walked about the city learning about Sienas history as well and notable buildings/areas. Our guide was lovely and very well informed. We had headsets which were great. If you are driving please research parking areas before this tour. There are a couple of lots but they fill up quickly, and one is about 15 minute walk from the meeting location. We ended up getting a ticket because we parked somewhere incorrectly in our stress to get to the tour on time. Our tour start was delayed by a few people who were struggling to find parking as well.
Terrific tour!
Carolyn_D, Oct 2022
Our guide was extraordinary and so well informed. She shared her knowledge and love of the city with all of us and made it easy for us to follow and hear her talk. Highly recommend.
Excellent city guide
Devinder_S, Oct 2022
A very knowledgeable guide who made the city come alive with her stories. She was very patient with excellent English. The cathedral was stunning and she spent time explaining its historical significance. Thank you.
Excellent!
Laura_G, Oct 2022
The guide was excellent, friendly, knowledgeable and patient. She was kind and it showed and she also knew the history. Fabulous tour!
Lovely time
bagshawmindy, Oct 2022
Great guide. Very Informative. Wonderful city. We take the tour again. Vistor always does a nice job
A very lively and informative tour
Mary_K, Oct 2022
Elena was an excellent guide. She was very informative and made Siena come to life. We enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend it including doing the guided tour of the Cathedral. Thank you
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