The tour guide was amazing and very knowledgeable. The rest of the team on-site was very kind and friendly too. A very good opportunity to get to know the history and fun facts about the city. The only problem was the communication with MyTour itself. I booked the tour for 9:30am. I got a WhatsApp message after 7am that the tour will be held at 9am without any further clarifications why and without any questions if it was okay for me. The communication via Viator by my initiative was more clear and respectful, but especially any changes in the morning tours should be communicated better, as they are harder to adapt to. Apparently I was the only one who booked the tour for this time slot and they had to reschedule. As I arrived, there was no one on the site and the tour group I joined after was late by 20 minutes. Again, understandable, but there was no communication about the delay, I had to reach out to them myself. I would give the experience 3.5/5, although the rest of the tour was very good.
Discover Siena: Guided Walking Tour and Cathedral Visit
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $25 / person
- Location
- Siena, Italy
- Rating
- 3.7 / 5 · 36 reviews
- Languages
- EN, IT, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 25
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- myTour in Italy
- Meeting point
- Meet our guide in front of Basilica Cateriniana San Domenico
Description
Siena is a treasure trove of historical, artistic, religious and cultural riches all to be discovered. The best way to do it is on foot, admiring the changes to the town over the centuries and enjoying the spectacular scenery and curious particulars. With an authorized guide you will be able to appreciate the major tourist attractions like Piazza del Campo, the true heart of the town, the Palazzo Comunale (Town Hall), the Cathedral and the majestic Basilica of San Domenico. There will also be no lack of references to the great noble families, such as the Piccolomini, Tolomei and Salimbeni, and their palazzos, to the great tradition of the Siena Palio, but also to the stories of pilgrimage and saintliness that distinguish the town. The walk continues with a visit to the Cathedral that preserves the treasures of artists like Nicola Pisano, Duccio di Buoninsegna, Donatello and Gianlorenzo Bernini, besides its marvelous marble floor, which is a unique example in the history of art.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:15 AM, 9:45 AM, and 12:15 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $25
- Child (ages 7–11)
- $17
- Infant (ages 0–6)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Piazza Salimbeni
This is the square in which is located the ancient Monte dei Paschi di Siena.
Centro Storico di Siena - World Heritage Site
With a local Senese guide discover the center of this stunning city. Our guides will tell you history, anecdotes and legends of this world known city.
Fonte Gaia
It is located in the main Piazza del Campo and it an ancient fountain all covered with white marble
Palazzo Pubblico E Museo Civico
Located in Piazza del Campo this ancient Palace was built to represent the Government of Republic of Siena and also nowadays represents the city hall. Plus inside there is a beautiful museum that tells the history of the city.
Torre del Mangia
This is the civic tower of the Palazzo Comunale and is one of the ancient in Italy.
Palazzo Tolomei
The Palazzo Tolomei is an imposing, Gothic style urban palace built by the Tolomei Family. Is located right in the center of the city
Meet our local guide in Piazza Tolomei.
Complesso Museale Santa Maria della Scala
Admire the stunning Duomo of Siena definitely one of the most beautiful complex.
What's included
Included
Siena's Cathedral Entrance Ticket
Guided walking tour of Siena
Local professional guide
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.7
36 reviews
How it compares in Siena
- Starting price $25 is 72% below the typical $90 for tours of similar length in Siena
Excurgo comparison of 338 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that the Cathedral will not be included on Sunday, you will be visiting another museum instead
- Please note that in the following dates the Cathedral is not open to the public: 2nd July and 16th August
- This tour is guaranteed with a minimum of 4 participants. If the minimum is not met, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Discover Siena: Guided Walking Tour and Cathedral Visit take?
Discover Siena: Guided Walking Tour and Cathedral Visit lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Discover Siena: Guided Walking Tour and Cathedral Visit cost?
Prices start at $25 per person for this Siena experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 5 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Discover Siena: Guided Walking Tour and Cathedral Visit run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:15 AM, 9:45 AM, and 12:15 PM.
How much does Discover Siena: Guided Walking Tour and Cathedral Visit cost for children?
Children aged 7–11 pay from $17, adults from $25. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Discover Siena: Guided Walking Tour and Cathedral Visit for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet our guide in front of Basilica Cateriniana San Domenico. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Discover Siena: Guided Walking Tour and Cathedral Visit offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Discover Siena: Guided Walking Tour and Cathedral Visit worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 36 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by myTour in Italy.
Reviews(36)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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The tour guide was...
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M
Great guide
Great guided tour with Maria Elena Many interesting stories from Siena and much knowledge of the art we could see in the cathedral It's definitely worth it!
Operator response
Dear Customer, Thank you so much for sharing your feedback. We're glad to know that you had a great experience with Maria Elena. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the stories about Siena and the insights into the art at the cathedral. We’re glad it was worth it for you, and we hope to welcome you back soon for more enjoyable experiences like this one. Best regards, Pamela.
V
One hour walking tour of Siena and visit to the Duomo
Very knowledgeable guide and accommodating to all inquiries. Would highly recommend this tour which comprehensive but not too long.
Operator response
Dear Customer, Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're so glad to hear that you found the guide knowledgeable and accommodating to your questions. It's great to know the tour struck the perfect balance of being comprehensive yet not too lengthy. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate you sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you on another tour in the future. Best regards, My Tour in Italy team.
J
Fun and informative
Helena was great and we learned a a lot about the history of Siena. She was patient and lots of fun. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience!!!
Operator response
Dear Customer, Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with Helena and that you enjoyed learning about the history of Siena. It’s wonderful to know that her patience and sense of fun made the tour enjoyable and memorable for you. We’re thrilled that you thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience and appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you on another tour in the future. Best regards, My Tours in Italy team.
J
Informative and enjoyable
The history of the city and the families who compete in the Palio. The tour of the Cathedral was wonderful - what an amazing space!
Operator response
Dear Customer, Thank you for taking your time and sharing the feedback of your experience with us. It is our pleasure to know that you enjoyed the tour and the amazing space. Hope to have you again in our upcoming tours in the near future in order to provide you more enjoyable experiences, hoping we will get a full star rate next time. Best regards, My Tour in Italy team.
D
Help to understand what you are experiencing
Our guide for the tour of Siena was great and very informative about the history and stories behind the sights that we were seeing from the Duomo to the Piazza del Campo. She pointed out details of the area and local customs and reasons behind the Italian traditions, like the Palio of Siena. Hopefully we will be able to return one year to see this interesting horse race.
Operator response
Dear Customer, Thank you for taking your time and sharing the feedback of your experience with us. Glad to know that you enjoyed the tour and had an interesting one. Hope to have you again in our upcoming tours in the near future and make you experience more enjoyable tours like this one. Best regards, My Tour in Italy team.
F
A really good informative and fun, fact filled tour.
Erica was an excellent guide, very informative and full of fun facts. As the other people who had booked the tour did not turn up I had a “Private” tour and this was the complete cherry on the cake! I would thoroughly recommend Erica and her tour to anyone who wants to learn all about Siena. Clearly Erica loves her city and by the end of the tour so did I!
Operator response
Dear Customer, Thank you for taking your time and sharing the feedback of your experience with us. We are very glad to know that you enjoyed the tour and had a great time with our guide, Erica. She really is one of the best employees we have on our team and always gives her best, as you have also described it. Thank you for all those good words, hope to have you again in our upcoming tours in the near future. Best regards, My Tour in Italy team.
L
We expected to discover...
We expected to discover cellars more impressive in terms of their structure and more related to the promotional photos of the visit. Our guide was able to give us historical information about the city and the wine tradition but fortunately our group was small because without an audio system it was difficult to understand what she said.
Operator response
Dear Customer, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are sorry that you are not as much satisfied as you expected from this tour. As per the cellars they are different as it depends on their construction architecture. It is a personal opinion about the taste, some customers like them and some not. As you said the group was small, and in this case it wasn't difficult to hear the guide, that's why audio sytem wasn't used. Hope to see you again in our tours in the future, so we can show you our service improvements. Best regards, My Tour in Italy team.
D
Disappointing
The tour was disappointing, we did not get to learn much about Siena and as it was a combined English and Italian tour. The guide was hard to hear and you never knew when the guide was going to switch languages.
Operator response
Dear customer, Thank you for your feedback. We are very sorry that you were disappointed from this tour. We ensure you that our guide has done their best with the explanation of the tour, by giving all the important details and information about the destination of the tour. As for the language the tour you have booked is availible in some different languages and the people in the group were from different countries. Also, we see this as a good opportunity for our customers to create interactions with each other and learn about their different cultures. From our other feedbacks, there are customers that made good friendships with each other during their experience with us. Best regards, My Tour in Italy team.
L
Never again
I am so disappointed with how this turned out. I will never book with Viator again as they are no help when you have any questions or need assistance. They just keep bouncing you around… call this number, then call this number and no one can give you any help.
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