Landmarks

Siena Cathedral & Piccolomini Library Tickets with Audio Guide

4.3/5(3,743)

Jessica S

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The cathedral complex was breathtaking! I was looking forward to this visit but it still exceeded expectations! One of the highlights of our trip. We had done Florence a couple of days before but I think I enjoyed this cathedral more. The audio guide was super detailed and interesting and easy to use. The library, museum, facciatone, baptistery and crypt was also super interesting, not to be forgotten.

Donnisha S

Solo

Verified booking

6 days ago

It was easy to purchase tickets and navigate the website. I recommend getting tickets online because the line was so long outside. We walked right in. I appreciate the deliberate separate entrance and exit as well as the directions in the floor.. I went at the end of July and it was so hot but inside it was pretty cool. I wish I had more time so I could see everything but it was magnificent!

Immerse yourself in Siena’s rich artistic and architectural heritage with an included audio guide for deeper insights.

Step inside the city’s iconic cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic design filled with ornate chapels and centuries of history.

Discover the Piccolomini Library, home to Pinturicchio’s colorful fresco cycle celebrating the life of Pope Pius II.

Admire the intricate mosaic marble floors (open on select dates) and the vivid Renaissance frescoes in the famed library that make this landmark truly unique.

Upgrade to the 3-day OPA SI PASS for full access to the Baptistery, Crypt, Museo dell’Opera, Facciatone viewpoint, and the Oratory of San Bernardino.

Entry to Siena Cathedral

Entry to Piccolomini Library

Audio guide on your smartphone (English, Italian, French, German, and Spanish)

Entry to Museo dell'Opera, Facciatone viewpoint, Crypt, and Baptistery (as per option selected)

Guided tour

Access to Gate of Heaven

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Erika P
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
This ticket let us skip the line at the entrance. Well, there’s not much to say. Siena Cathedral, with the Piccolomini Library inside, is a true masterpiece that everyone should see. The works by Pintiricchio, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Bernini are a must-see. It truly leaves you speechless!
Virginia C
Family
Verified booking
Jul 2026
The cathedral is absolutely beautiful. It's very easy to find the ticket booth. There was almost no line, but you get in very quickly because the process is very efficient. The bookstore is beautiful and small, and it's inside the cathedral itself. They didn't give us the audio guides.
Jessica S
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The cathedral complex was breathtaking! I was looking forward to this visit but it still exceeded expectations! One of the highlights of our trip. We had done Florence a couple of days before but I think I enjoyed this cathedral more. The audio guide was super detailed and interesting and easy to use. The library, museum, facciatone, baptistery and crypt was also super interesting, not to be forgotten.
Donnisha S
Solo
Verified booking
6 days ago
It was easy to purchase tickets and navigate the website. I recommend getting tickets online because the line was so long outside. We walked right in. I appreciate the deliberate separate entrance and exit as well as the directions in the floor.. I went at the end of July and it was so hot but inside it was pretty cool. I wish I had more time so I could see everything but it was magnificent!
Massimo C
Solo
Verified booking
Jul 2026
Booking the tour through Headhout allowed me to buy my ticket more quickly, avoiding a long wait, and to choose the day that best suited my needs, with no time restrictions. The meeting point is near the cathedral, and the staff there were very courteous and professional.

Siena Cathedral

One of Italy’s greatest Gothic masterpieces, the Duomo enchants visitors with its soaring arches, ornate chapels, and dazzling black-and-white marble design. On select dates, the intricate mosaic floors are uncovered, revealing scenes crafted with extraordinary detail and artistry.

Features

Duomo access: Walk through a 13th-century marvel of Gothic art and architecture, with richly decorated interiors and the famed mosaic marble floors.

Piccolomini library: Step into a Renaissance jewel situated within the cathedral, where Pinturicchio’s frescoes bring the life of Pope Pius II vividly to the walls.

Cathedral complex: Enhance your visit with the OPA SI PASS, a 3-day ticket including the Baptistery, Crypt, Museo dell’Opera, Facciatone viewpoint, and the Oratory of San Bernardino.

What to bring

Make sure to bring a valid photo ID that matches your booking.

Have your smartphone and headphones handy to enjoy the digital audio guide via QR code.

Wear comfy shoes as you’ll be walking and standing a fair bit while exploring.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, or oversized luggage aren’t allowed inside the cathedral or complex.

Pets aren’t permitted, except for registered service animals.

Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment aren’t allowed inside the cathedral or library.

Accessibility

Some areas of the cathedral complex, like the Facciatone viewpoint and certain historic sections, may not be accessible to wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility.

Additional information

Redeem your voucher for an entry ticket at the official ticket office at Cripta del Duomo di Siena before entering.

The last entry to Siena Cathedral is 30 minutes before closing.

Opening times can vary due to liturgical activities. Please check the timings page for daily schedule.

Tickets are valid only on the booked date. The OPA SI PASS is valid for three consecutive days from purchase.

The Oratory of San Bernardino is open only from April to October.

The Duomo’s marble floor is visible only during certain periods of the year.

Instructions for accessing the digital audio guide are provided on your entry ticket.

Children under 6 enter free but must be accompanied by an adult and still require a booked ticket.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.