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
$228
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
$228
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 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Siena to Bologna takes 1h 00m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $34 for a 3h 01m 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 NOLEGGIARE and Ok Mobility, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and BlaBlaCar Bus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 129 km and will cost you around $15. From Rome, the ticket costs about $48 for a journey of 330 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 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Siena to Bologna takes 1h 00m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $34 for a 3h 01m 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 NOLEGGIARE and Ok Mobility, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and BlaBlaCar Bus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 129 km and will cost you around $15. From Rome, the ticket costs about $48 for a journey of 330 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 (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,090 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,810 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,095 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,434 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,504 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,516 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,605 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,146 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (902 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 $195 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $356 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)
$363+
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Hotel Athena
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$162+
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Hotel Executive
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$129+
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IL Chiostro Del Carmine
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$138+
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NH Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$145+
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Precise House Montaperti Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$129+
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Hiring a car in Siena

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.72 and $55.63. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Siena, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.72 and $55.63. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Siena, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.

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