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
$229
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
$229
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 36h 40m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Siena to Verona takes 1h 34m and costs around $39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $29 for a 2h 47m trip. The train station in Siena is called Siena, and is located 1.0 mile from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car hire from Milan, which is about 182 miles from Siena. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Felirent, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Pisa, the bus ride to Siena takes 60 miles and will cost you around $34. From Bologna, the ticket costs about $29 for a journey of 90 miles. The most popular bus station is Siena Piazza Antonio Gramsci, located 0.4 miles from the city centre of Siena. Siena Lo Stellino is also a commonly used station, and is 2.0 miles from the city centre.

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 36h 40m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Siena to Verona takes 1h 34m and costs around $39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $29 for a 2h 47m trip. The train station in Siena is called Siena, and is located 1.0 mile from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car hire from Milan, which is about 182 miles from Siena. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Felirent, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Pisa, the bus ride to Siena takes 60 miles and will cost you around $34. From Bologna, the ticket costs about $29 for a journey of 90 miles. The most popular bus station is Siena Piazza Antonio Gramsci, located 0.4 miles from the city centre of Siena. Siena Lo Stellino is also a commonly used station, and is 2.0 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Siena

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
FLRFlorence Peretola
PSAPisa Gal Galilei

Airlines serving Siena

KLM
Good (1,442 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,748 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,698 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,111 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,206 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,859 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,098 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,198 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,525 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,487 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,655 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,662 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,375 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,176 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,144 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,436 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 $189 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $359 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)
$481+
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Hotel Athena
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$173+
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Palazzo Ravizza
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$168+
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Villa Ermellina Siena, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$227+
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Hotel Duomo
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$121+
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Hotel Minerva
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$153+
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Hiring a car in Siena

Expect to pay $3.20 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 $38.31 and $51.08. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Compact (Volkswagen Golf 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, 41% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.20 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 $38.31 and $51.08. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Compact (Volkswagen Golf 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, 41% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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