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
$276
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
$276
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 35 miles from Siena. The shortest flight to Siena from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 35h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 114 miles from Siena. You’ll find branches of Target Italy and Hertz, among others, in Rome.

Plane

Although Siena doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR), which is located 35 miles from Siena. The shortest flight to Siena from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 35h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 114 miles from Siena. You’ll find branches of Target Italy and Hertz, among others, in Rome.

Airports near Siena

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
FLRFlorence Peretola
PSAPisa Gal Galilei

Airlines serving Siena

Lufthansa
Good (8,221 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,571 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,209 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,061 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,477 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,548 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,648 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,173 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,981 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,201 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,593 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,533 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,473 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,596 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 Arcobaleno, Siena offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $183 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $484 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Alma Domus and Porta Pispini Residence.

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)
$263+
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Villa Ermellina Siena, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$303+
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Four Points by Sheraton Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$267+
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IL Chiostro Del Carmine
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$117+
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NH Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$209+
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Precise House Montaperti Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$159+
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Hiring a car in Siena

Hiring a car in Siena costs $107 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $4.02 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 $48.14 and $64.19. Economy (Opel Corsa 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 $107 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $4.02 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 $48.14 and $64.19. Economy (Opel Corsa 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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