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
$237
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
$237
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 33h 20m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Siena to Pisa takes 0h 51m and costs around $23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $23 for a 2h 47m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 145 km and will cost you around $30. From Pisa, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 153 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 33h 20m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Siena to Pisa takes 0h 51m and costs around $23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $23 for a 2h 47m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 145 km and will cost you around $30. From Pisa, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 153 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 (1,441 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,731 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,689 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,075 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,193 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,091 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,176 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,720 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,479 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,635 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,655 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,373 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,139 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,351 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 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 $197 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $378 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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Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$495+
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Hotel Athena
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$182+
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Palazzo Ravizza
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$165+
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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)
$129+
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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 $3.34 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 $40.04 and $53.38. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Economy (Citroen C3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.34 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 $40.04 and $53.38. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Economy (Citroen C3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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