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
$241
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
$241
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 42h 55m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Siena to Rome takes 3h 09m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Milan, expect to pay about $33 for a 3h 42m trip. The train station in Siena is called Siena, and is located 1.6 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 129 km and will cost you around $26. From Parma, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 306 km. The most popular bus station is Siena Piazza Antonio Gramsci, located 0.6 km from the city centre of Siena. Siena Lo Stellino is also a commonly used station, and is 3.2 km from the city centre.

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 42h 55m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Siena to Rome takes 3h 09m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Milan, expect to pay about $33 for a 3h 42m trip. The train station in Siena is called Siena, and is located 1.6 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 129 km and will cost you around $26. From Parma, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 306 km. The most popular bus station is Siena Piazza Antonio Gramsci, located 0.6 km from the city centre of Siena. Siena Lo Stellino is also a commonly used station, and is 3.2 km from the city centre.

Airports near Siena

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
FLRFlorence Peretola
PSAPisa Gal Galilei

Airlines serving Siena

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,697 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,659 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,031 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,154 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,843 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,079 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,141 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,702 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,463 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,361 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,635 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,126 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,169 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,429 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (380 reviews)
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Where to stay in Siena

From 5-star hotels such as the Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione to great affordable options like the Hotel Palazzo di Valli, Siena offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $201 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $380 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Alma Domus and B&B I Tetti di Siena.

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)
$177+
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Villa Ermellina Siena, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$229+
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Hotel Executive
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$132+
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Palace Hotel Due Ponti
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$116+
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Hotel Minerva
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$155+
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Precise House Montaperti Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$130+
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Hiring a car in Siena

Expect to pay $3.45 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 $41.29 and $55.06. Compact (Nissan Juke or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Siena, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.45 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 $41.29 and $55.06. Compact (Nissan Juke or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Siena, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

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