Italy · Religious & Spiritual

Discover the life of Saint Catherine of Siena

3 Hours Round trip from Siena Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Basilica of San Domenico and Saint Catherine’s chapel
  • 02 Explore the Sanctuary built around Saint Catherine’s birthplace
  • 03 See Fontebranda, one of Siena’s oldest medieval fountains
  • 04 Walk the route linked to Saint Catherine’s early mystical vision
  • 05 Reach the Baptistery where Saint Catherine received baptism
  • 06 Discover the Hospital of Santa Maria della Scala and the Oratory of Santa Caterina della Notte
  • 07 Enjoy a private tour led by a professional art historian guide

Follow in the footsteps of Saint Catherine of Siena on a private walking tour through the city that shaped her life and legacy. Over three hours, explore some of Siena’s most important religious sites as you discover the saint’s mystical experiences, charitable work, and enduring place in the city’s history.

Visit the Basilica of San Domenico, Saint Catherine’s birthplace and sanctuary, Fontebranda, the Baptistery, the Duomo area, and the Hospital of Santa Maria della Scala. Along the way, admire chapels, oratories, sacred artworks, and places closely connected to Catherine’s spiritual journey, with insights from a professional art historian guide.

Follow in the footsteps of Saint Catherine of Siena on a private walking tour through the city that shaped her life and legacy.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
City Siena
Languages English, French, Italian

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Siena 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Professional art historian guide
  • Private tour

What's Not Included

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Know before you go

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • A dress code is required to enter the churches. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered.
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Siena, IT
Tour start
Siena, IT
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Siena.

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