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
$273
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
$273
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 32h 05m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Siena to Rome takes 1h 26m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Milan, expect to pay about $23 for a 4h 18m trip. The train station in Siena is called Siena, and is located 1.6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 183 km from Siena. You’ll find branches of NOLEGGIARE and Budget, among others, in Rome.

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 $33. From Pisa, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 129 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 32h 05m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Siena to Rome takes 1h 26m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Milan, expect to pay about $23 for a 4h 18m trip. The train station in Siena is called Siena, and is located 1.6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 183 km from Siena. You’ll find branches of NOLEGGIARE and Budget, among others, in Rome.

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 $33. From Pisa, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 129 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 (1,423 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,594 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,539 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,063 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,797 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,036 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,050 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,422 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,498 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,481 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,312 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,589 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,072 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,140 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,410 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (899 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 $193 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $374 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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Castello Di Tornano Wine Relais
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$303+
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Hotel Athena
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$165+
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Hotel Executive
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$128+
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IL Chiostro Del Carmine
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$174+
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NH Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$148+
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Precise House Montaperti Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$135+
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Hiring a car in Siena

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.23 and $56.31. 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 Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.23 and $56.31. 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 Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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