Italy
Day trips in Siena
Full-day excursions to the places worth leaving the city for. Siena's medieval centre, a UNESCO site, is built around the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, where the Palio horse race is run twice a year.
Best day trips in Siena
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What to expect
Day trips usually run 8 to 12 hours with transport and guide, sometimes lunch and entries. Departure points are central; hotel pickup costs more.
Popular day trips from Siena: San Gimignano, Montalcino, Pienza and Val d'Orcia and Chianti.
How to choose
- What is included: entries, lunch, guide on site
- Time actually spent at destination vs on the road
- Group size on the bus
- Free cancellation in case of weather
Local tips
- Compare what is included before comparing prices: entries and lunch change the real cost.
- Buy the combined cathedral pass to cover the Duomo, library, crypt, baptistery and museum in one ticket.
- Book the Torre del Mangia climb early in the day, as entry is in small timed groups.
Combine it with: Siena Cathedral, Piccolomini Library and crypt, Climb of the Torre del Mangia and Piazza del Campo and Palazzo Pubblico.
Frequently asked questions
How long do day trips in Siena last?
Day trips usually run 8 to 12 hours with transport and guide, sometimes lunch and entries. Departure points are central; hotel pickup costs more.
What is the best way to book day trips in Siena?
Compare what is included before comparing prices: entries and lunch change the real cost. Buy the combined cathedral pass to cover the Duomo, library, crypt, baptistery and museum in one ticket.
Can I cancel day trips in Siena?
Most experiences listed here offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start. Check the conditions on the booking page before paying.
When is the best time to visit Siena?
April to June and September to October are ideal, with the grape harvest in September. The Palio runs on 2 July and 16 August, when the Campo is packed and hotel prices rise. The cathedral's inlaid marble floor is uncovered only for limited periods each year, so check dates if you want to see it.