Journey through the historic buildings
Discover the palaces of the noble families of Siena
A guide to Siena’s historic buildings, a city famous worldwide for its immense artistic and cultural heritage hidden in buildings of unique architectural beauty.
Noble palaces, ancient villas, and historic residences testify to the different artistic, architectural and urban phases of Siena’s history and the splendour of the ancient Sienese families. On this page, you will find guided tours in historic buildings: a list of places related to the culture of the medieval city, with detailed information on opening hours, ticket costs, and possible guided tours.
Discover all the historic buildings in the city of Siena.
Porta Camollia gate and Fortino delle donne fort
The Sienese gate facing Florence, a place of clashes and historical battles. Porta Camollia is one of the oldest gates
The Cathedral floor
One of Siena’s most beautiful wonders, uncovered from after the August Palio to autumn. Inside the cathedral unparalleled great works
Cathedral crypt
Discovered by chance recently, it houses splendid paintings by the greatest exponents of the Sienese school. The crypt of Siena
The chapel in Piazza del Campo
In Piazza del Campo, which is the centre of political power in Siena, there’s also a corner of faith and
Baptistery of San Giovanni
One of the most iconic examples of 15th-century Sienese painting The Baptistery of San Giovanni, located in the square of
Collegiate of Provenzano
Four hundred years of faith and history in the centre of Siena. Places of faith are notoriously linked to the
