Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Siena travel guide

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You're Going to Love Siena

With a population of 42,867, Siena is a must-see destination in Tuscany, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Siena to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Siena

Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
$279
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
$279
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Siena

Plane

Although Siena doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR), which is located 56 km from Siena. The shortest flight to Siena from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 34h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car hire from Milan, which is about 293 km from Siena. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Milan.

Plane

Although Siena doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR), which is located 56 km from Siena. The shortest flight to Siena from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 34h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car hire from Milan, which is about 293 km from Siena. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Milan.

Airports near Siena

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
FLRFlorence Peretola
PSAPisa Gal Galilei

Airlines serving Siena

Lufthansa
Good (8,049 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,032 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,394 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,230 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,598 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,800 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (926 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,579 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,812 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,151 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,405 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,369 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,275 reviews)
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Where to stay in Siena

From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel Certosa Di Maggiano to great affordable options like the Hotel Palazzo di Valli, Siena offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $232 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $512 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Alma Domus and Albergo Centrale.

Where to stay in popular areas of Siena

Most booked hotels in Siena

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Hotel Athena
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$303+
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Hotel Santa Caterina
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$270+
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Villa Ermellina Siena, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$423+
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IL Chiostro Del Carmine
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$217+
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NH Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$215+
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Precise House Montaperti Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$193+
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Hiring a car in Siena

Hiring a car in Siena costs $131 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.95 per litre in Siena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $47.30 and $63.06. Compact (Volkswagen Taigo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Siena, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Siena costs $131 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.95 per litre in Siena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $47.30 and $63.06. Compact (Volkswagen Taigo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Siena, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

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