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Siena self-guided walking tour

Siena: Of Popes, Turtles, and Rivalries

Wander through the brick-paved labyrinth of Siena, where medieval rivalries and Renaissance vanity shaped one of Italy's most preserved cityscapes. This tour balances the grandeur of the shell-shaped main square with the quiet secrets of the Jewish Ghetto and the fierce pride of the neighborhood Contrade. You will experience the city's golden age through its eccentric popes, legendary battles, and the architectural 'Big Turtle' that hides in the shadow of the town hall.

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60minutes
1.5 kmdistance
8stops
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Siena: Of Popes, Turtles, and Rivalries
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Stops on this route

This tour works well for first-time visitors, weekend trips, and travelers who want to explore Siena without a fixed tour time.

Route map for Siena walking tour

Map for Siena walking tour with 8 stops
The static map shows the tour route with piazza del Campo, Palazzo Pubblico, Piazza del Mercato, Sinagoga di Siena, and 4 more stops.

Stops along the route

All stops on this self-guided tour at a glance.

  1. piazza del Campo in Siena
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    1piazza del CampoSquare

    Welcome to the Piazza del Campo, a space so perfectly designed that it makes every other public square look like a disorganized accident

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  2. Palazzo Pubblico in Siena
    Holger Uwe Schmitt / CC BY-SA 4.0

    2Palazzo PubblicoCastle

    Standing before the Palazzo Pubblico, you are looking at the ultimate 13th-century power move

    Style: Gothic architecture · Wikidata

  3. Piazza del Mercato in Siena
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    3Piazza del MercatoSquare

    Step behind the town hall into the Piazza del Mercato, a space that feels like the city’s backyard compared to the formal front parlor of the Campo

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  4. Sinagoga di Siena in Siena
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    4Sinagoga di SienaChurch

    Tucked away in the narrow streets of the former Jewish Ghetto, the Sinagoga di Siena is a masterclass in the art of being inconspicuous

    Built: 1786 · Architect: Giuseppe Del Rosso · Style: Neoclassicism · Wikidata

  5. Logge del Papa in Siena
    Sailko / CC BY-SA 3.0

    5Logge del PapaBuilding

    The Logge del Papa is what happens when a local boy makes it big and wants everyone—especially his family—to know about it

    Architect: Antonio Federighi · Wikidata

  6. Chiesa di San Giorgio in Siena
    Repuli / CC BY-SA 4.0

    6Chiesa di San GiorgioChurch

    The Chiesa di San Giorgio might look like a standard 18th-century church, but its bell tower tells a much older, bloodier story

    Built: 1081 · Style: Romanesque architecture · Named after: Saint George · Wikidata

  7. Santa Maria dei Servi in Siena
    Myrabella / CC BY-SA 3.0

    7Santa Maria dei ServiChurch

    Perched on a hill, the Basilica of Santa Maria dei Servi offers a view that makes the climb entirely worth the effort

    Style: Gothic art · Wikidata

  8. San Gaetano di Thiene in Siena
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    8San Gaetano di ThieneChurch

    We conclude our journey at the Church of San Gaetano di Thiene, the spiritual heart of the Nobile Contrada del Nicchio, or the 'Shell' district

    Built: 1685 · Style: baroque architecture · Named after: Saint Cajetan · Wikidata

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Frequently asked questions

The key answers before you start.

Is this a self-guided audio tour?

Yes. In the CityTour AI app (iOS and Android), this is a self-guided audio tour for Siena — start anytime, at your own pace, with map, stops, and audio narration.

What will you see on this tour?

On this tour you'll see, among others, piazza del Campo, Palazzo Pubblico, Piazza del Mercato, Sinagoga di Siena, Logge del Papa, Chiesa di San Giorgio and more sights.

Where does the tour start?

The route starts at piazza del Campo and ends at San Gaetano di Thiene. You can start anytime — the app guides you to the first stop.

How long does the tour take?

About 60 minutes for 8 stops — at your own pace, with breaks whenever you like.

How much does the tour cost?

This tour costs 8 credits. The exact price depends on the pack you buy and your country — roughly $3.

Is it an outdoor tour — are entry tickets included?

Yes, it's an outdoor tour: the sights are viewed from the outside. Entry tickets are not included, and step-free access cannot be guaranteed.

Is the audio guide available in my language?

The tour and audio guide are available in English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano and 7 more languages. You pick your language in the app.

Can I use the tour offline?

Yes. Tours can be used offline.

Can I ask the AI questions along the way?

Yes. At every stop you can ask the AI directly if you want to know more or didn't understand something.

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