Italy · Architecture

Private Tour of Siena Cathedral

2 Hours Round trip from Siena Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Private 2-hour guided tour of Siena Cathedral
02 See the cathedral’s Romanesque-Gothic architecture inside and out
03 Admire works linked to Michelangelo, Donatello and Bernini
04 Visit the Piccolomini Library and its celebrated frescoes
05 Discover the cathedral’s inlaid marble mosaic floor
06 Learn the story of the unfinished New Dome project

Discover one of Italy’s great religious and artistic treasures on a private guided tour of Siena Cathedral. Beginning in Piazza Duomo, this experience introduces you to the cathedral’s striking marble façade and the fascinating story behind its unfinished expansion, before leading you inside to explore its remarkable Romanesque-Gothic interior.

With an expert local guide, admire masterpieces associated with Michelangelo, Donatello, Bernini, Nicola Pisano, Domenico Beccafumi, Pinturicchio and Raphael. Along the way, you’ll visit highlights including the Piccolomini Library, the cathedral’s celebrated marble floor, and richly decorated chapels that make this monument one of Siena’s most memorable cultural landmarks.

Discover one of Italy’s great religious and artistic treasures on a private guided tour of Siena Cathedral.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Siena

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Private Tour of Siena Cathedral

The Cathedral of Siena, dedicated to the Assumption of Mary, houses beautiful works of art by Michelangelo, Donatello and Bernini and many other artists not only from Siena.

An experienced local guide will accompany you to discover a jewel of Italian Romanesque-Gothic architecture of a great beauty that contains valuable works.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Siena 1 city · 2 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

2 hours private tour with an expert local guide
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Visit of the exterior and interior of Siena Cathedral
Discover the Cathedral’s floor, the unique Piccolomini Library, Michelangelo’s statues, the Chapel of St. John the Baptist with Donatello’s artwork, the Chigi Chapel realized by Bernini and Nicola Pisano’s pulpit

What's Not Included

Cathedral entrance ticket, price may change during the year (starting from 5 euros).

Know before you go

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
LIMITED MOBILITY ACCESSIBLE
DRESS CODE
A small amount of walking is involved.
Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required.
A dress code is required to enter inside the Cathedral. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.

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