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

Siena travel guide

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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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Where to Eat in Siena

If you’re looking for affordable options, Osteria di Fonterutoli (2 Via Gaetano Donizetti) and Il Frantoio (40 Via del Castello) are great picks.

When to visit Siena

Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
$234
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
$234
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 35h 30m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Siena to Pisa takes 0h 51m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $33 for a 1h 27m 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 Milan, which is about 293 km from Siena. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and Ok Mobility, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and BlaBlaBus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 129 km and will cost you around $37. From Pisa, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 169 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 35h 30m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Siena to Pisa takes 0h 51m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $33 for a 1h 27m 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 Milan, which is about 293 km from Siena. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and Ok Mobility, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and BlaBlaBus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 129 km and will cost you around $37. From Pisa, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 169 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

Lufthansa
Good (7,192 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,370 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,098 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,652 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,958 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,895 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,824 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,467 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (806 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,844 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,288 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,591 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,413 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,685 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,093 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,322 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 $225 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $411 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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Castello Di Tornano Wine Relais
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$406+
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Hotel Athena
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$252+
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Hotel Executive
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$154+
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IL Chiostro Del Carmine
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$203+
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Precise House Montaperti Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$205+
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NH Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$216+
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Hiring a car in Siena

Expect to pay $3.44 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 $41.22 and $54.96. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Compact (Fiat 500X or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 22% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.44 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 $41.22 and $54.96. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Compact (Fiat 500X or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 22% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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