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Siena Cathedral
Siena Cathedral interior with striped columns and ornate vaulted ceiling.
Siena Cathedral facade with visitors in Piazza del Duomo, Italy.
Tourists inside Siena Cathedral admiring frescoes and architecture, Italy.
Siena Cathedral Presbytery altar with ornate decorations and frescoes.
Frescoes and ornate ceiling in Piccolomini Library, Siena Cathedral, Italy.
Fresco depicting biblical scene inside Siena Cathedral, Italy.
Ceiling frescoes of Siena Cathedral, Italy, showcasing intricate religious artwork.
Frescoes inside Siena Cathedral depicting religious scenes, Italy.
Siena Cathedral interior with ornate marble floor and striped columns, Italy.
Visitor listening to an audio guide inside Siena Cathedral.
Siena Cathedral artwork depicting religious figures and Madonna with Child.
Siena Cathedral interior with striped columns and ornate staircase, Italy.
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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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Siena Cathedral facade with OPA SI Pass logo in foreground.
Siena Cathedral interior with striped columns and ornate marble floor, Italy.
Siena Cathedral interior with vibrant frescoes and detailed architecture on the Gates of Heaven tour.
Stained glass window and statues inside Museo dell'Opera Siena
Siena Cathedral Facciatone viewpoint with bell tower and dome under blue sky.
Siena Cathedral Complex facade with arches and brick walls, Italy.
Siena Duomo dome interior with intricate gold and blue star patterns.
Siena Duomo interior with ornate pulpit and frescoes, part of OPA SI Pass tour.
Marble mosaic depicting historical scene in Siena Duomo, Italy.
Tourists using audio guide in Paris's Latin Quarter with OPA SI Pass.
Alt text: "Tourists viewing the Maestà by Duccio at the Siena Duomo Complex in Siena, Italy.
Tour group viewing frescoes in Siena Cathedral Crypt, Italy, with vibrant religious scenes.
Illuminated manuscript with musical notation at Siena Duomo Complex.
Siena Duomo fresco depicting religious figures and scenes, part of OPA SI Pass tour.
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  • Explore Siena over three days with the OPA SI PASS, granting full access to the Cathedral, Baptistery, Crypt, Piccolomini Library, Museo dell'Opera, and Facciatone viewpoint and the Oratory of San Bernardino (April–October).

  • Marvel at the Duomo’s intricate mosaic marble floor and explore Pinturicchio’s vibrant frescoes in the Piccolomini Library.

  • Discover centuries-old frescoes in the Crypt and admire the Renaissance Baptismal Font in the Baptistery, featuring works by Donatello and Ghiberti.

  • Climb to the panoramic Facciatone terrace for sweeping views over Siena and the rolling Tuscan countryside.

  • Dive into Siena’s rich history with a digital audio guide, exploring each site at your own pace with detailed insights.

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  • Explore Siena over three days with the OPA SI PASS, granting full access to the Cathedral, Baptistery, Crypt, Piccolomini Library, Museo dell'Opera, and Facciatone viewpoint and the Oratory of San Bernardino (April–October).

  • Marvel at the Duomo’s intricate mosaic marble floor and explore Pinturicchio’s vibrant frescoes in the Piccolomini Library.

  • Discover centuries-old frescoes in the Crypt and admire the Renaissance Baptismal Font in the Baptistery, featuring works by Donatello and Ghiberti.

  • Climb to the panoramic Facciatone terrace for sweeping views over Siena and the rolling Tuscan countryside.

  • Dive into Siena’s rich history with a digital audio guide, exploring each site at your own pace with detailed insights.

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Siena cityscape with historic buildings and lush greenery during Chianti Half Day Wine Tasting Tour.
Women posing playfully with the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy.
Pisa Cathedral and Baptistery with tourists exploring the square.
Stone buildings in a sunny Tuscan village square, part of the Highlights of Tuscany tour.
People dining at a long table during Pisa, Siena, and San Gimignano day trip.
Visitors at the steps of a historic church in San Gimignano, Italy.
Bus traveling through Chianti vineyards during Florence wine tour.
Wine bottles and Italian appetizers on a table during a Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti day trip.
Tourists enjoying a wine tasting experience in Tuscany during a Pisa, Siena, and San Gimignano day trip.
Siena Cathedral facade with tourists during the day in Siena, Italy.
Siena Cathedral interior with striped columns and ornate vaulted ceiling.
Tourists inside Siena Cathedral admiring frescoes and architecture, Italy.
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  • Take a round-trip from Florence to explore Pisa, San Gimignano, and Siena, with photo ops at the Leaning Tower, a Tuscan lunch, and an optional guided cathedral tour at Siena.

  • Experience a spacious ride to and from Florence with dedicated multilingual assistance on board.

  • Begin in Pisa with a visit to the Square of Miracles, where you’ll have plenty of time to pose with the iconic Leaning Tower.

  • Enjoy a satisfying lunch with locally crafted pours in San Gimignano, then explore its historic 13th-century walls and stone towers.

  • Discover the allure of Siena’s medieval squares, with the option to enrich your experience by adding a guided tour of the city and its cathedral.

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  • Take a round-trip from Florence to explore Pisa, San Gimignano, and Siena, with photo ops at the Leaning Tower, a Tuscan lunch, and an optional guided cathedral tour at Siena.

  • Experience a spacious ride to and from Florence with dedicated multilingual assistance on board.

  • Begin in Pisa with a visit to the Square of Miracles, where you’ll have plenty of time to pose with the iconic Leaning Tower.

  • Enjoy a satisfying lunch with locally crafted pours in San Gimignano, then explore its historic 13th-century walls and stone towers.

  • Discover the allure of Siena’s medieval squares, with the option to enrich your experience by adding a guided tour of the city and its cathedral.

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Participants in a cooking class in Siena preparing dough at a long table.
Participant preparing pasta during cooking class in Siena.
People in Siena cooking class making pasta at a long table with pasta machines.
Participants making Tiramisu in a cooking class in Siena.
Outdoor seating at a cafe in Siena, Italy, ideal for pasta cooking classes.
Participants in chef hats listening during a cooking class briefing in Siena.
Fresh pasta drying during a cooking class in Siena kitchen.
Fresh pasta dough on a floured surface during a cooking class in Siena.
Tiramisu being prepared in a glass during a cooking class in Siena.
Tiramisu preparation at a cooking class in Siena with chocolate shavings.
Colorful chairs and tables inside a brick-arched cafe in Siena for pasta cooking classes.
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  • Join a hands-on pasta and tiramisu class in Siena, guided by a passionate local chef in a welcoming restaurant setting.

  • Begin with a glass of Prosecco, then get started with an interactive cooking class using fresh, local ingredients to prepare authentic dishes.

  • Master the art of kneading, rolling, and shaping Tuscan pasta varieties like pici and strangozzi, and discover how to pair them with traditional sauces.

  • Sit down to enjoy the fresh pasta and tiramisu you’ve prepared in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

  • Benefit from small group sizes that ensure personalized guidance and an intimate culinary experience.

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  • Join a hands-on pasta and tiramisu class in Siena, guided by a passionate local chef in a welcoming restaurant setting.

  • Begin with a glass of Prosecco, then get started with an interactive cooking class using fresh, local ingredients to prepare authentic dishes.

  • Master the art of kneading, rolling, and shaping Tuscan pasta varieties like pici and strangozzi, and discover how to pair them with traditional sauces.

  • Sit down to enjoy the fresh pasta and tiramisu you’ve prepared in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

  • Benefit from small group sizes that ensure personalized guidance and an intimate culinary experience.

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€69
Siena Cathedral facade with visitors in Piazza del Duomo, Italy.
Tourists inside Siena Cathedral admiring frescoes and architecture, Italy.
Sculpture and frescoes inside Siena Cathedral library, Italy.
Visitor photographing abstract art at Palazzo delle Papesse exhibition in Siena.
Palazzo delle Papesse exhibition room with modern art paintings on walls.
Ceiling frescoes at Palazzo delle Papesse, Siena, featuring intricate circular paintings.
Palazzo delle Papesse interior with green art installation and ornate doors.
Marble inlay artwork on Siena Cathedral floor depicting a historical figure.
Frescoes inside Siena Cathedral depicting religious scenes, Italy.
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  • The Siena Icons Pass gives you access to top attractions, including the Siena Cathedral, Piccolomini Library, and Palazzo delle Papesse, valid for 3 days to explore at your own pace.

  • Marvel at the Siena Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece with intricate marble work, mosaic floors, and stunning stained glass windows, as the audio guide tells you about its history.

  • Visit the Piccolomini Library inside the cathedral, where Pinturicchio’s frescoes and marble-inlay floors bring Renaissance art to life.

  • Explore the Palazzo delle Papesse, a 15th-century Renaissance palace featuring elegant architecture and frescoed loggias.

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  • The Siena Icons Pass gives you access to top attractions, including the Siena Cathedral, Piccolomini Library, and Palazzo delle Papesse, valid for 3 days to explore at your own pace.

  • Marvel at the Siena Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece with intricate marble work, mosaic floors, and stunning stained glass windows, as the audio guide tells you about its history.

  • Visit the Piccolomini Library inside the cathedral, where Pinturicchio’s frescoes and marble-inlay floors bring Renaissance art to life.

  • Explore the Palazzo delle Papesse, a 15th-century Renaissance palace featuring elegant architecture and frescoed loggias.

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Siena Cathedral facade and San Gimignano tower under blue sky.
Siena Cathedral interior with striped columns and ornate ceiling.
Alt text: "Tourists viewing the Maestà by Duccio at the Siena Duomo Complex in Siena, Italy.
Siena Cathedral interior with historic frescoes and ancient bell, Italy.
Siena Cathedral frescoes and arches with open wooden door, Italy.
Tourists inside Siena Cathedral admiring frescoes and architecture, Italy.
Stained glass window and statues inside Museo dell'Opera Siena
Siena Duomo fresco depicting religious figures and scenes, part of OPA SI Pass tour.
San Gimignano square with medieval towers and tourists exploring the historic architecture.
Frescoes inside Siena Cathedral depicting biblical scenes, Italy.
Siena Cathedral and San Gimignano Museum Pass view with rustic stone columns and countryside.
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  • Explore the Siena Cathedral and step into a world of Renaissance art from masters like Michelangelo, Donatello, and Bernini.

  • Elevate your experience with full access to the Cathedral complex, including the Terrace, Piccolomini Library, Baptistery, Crypt, and Museo dell'Opera.

  • With your San Gimignano Museum Pass, explore the entire complex of Civic Museums and top it off with a breathtaking view from Torre Grossa.

  • Discover the apothecary at Spezieria dello Spedale di Santa Fina and explore the Duomo of San Gimignano, with its stunning Romanesque façade and frescoes.

  • Fun fact: The cathedral’s floor features one of the largest and most intricate mosaics in the world, including scenes from the Bible crafted by over 40 artists.

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  • Explore the Siena Cathedral and step into a world of Renaissance art from masters like Michelangelo, Donatello, and Bernini.

  • Elevate your experience with full access to the Cathedral complex, including the Terrace, Piccolomini Library, Baptistery, Crypt, and Museo dell'Opera.

  • With your San Gimignano Museum Pass, explore the entire complex of Civic Museums and top it off with a breathtaking view from Torre Grossa.

  • Discover the apothecary at Spezieria dello Spedale di Santa Fina and explore the Duomo of San Gimignano, with its stunning Romanesque façade and frescoes.

  • Fun fact: The cathedral’s floor features one of the largest and most intricate mosaics in the world, including scenes from the Bible crafted by over 40 artists.

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€26
Siena's Piazza Salimbeni with historic buildings and statue, part of small-group guided tour.
Piazza del Campo in Siena with Torre del Mangia, Italy.
Siena Cathedral facade with bell tower under blue sky.
Sculptures on the facade of Siena Cathedral during a small-group guided tour.
Siena cityscape with Torre del Mangia, Italy, on a small-group guided tour.
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  • Enjoy a guided walking tour through the medieval city of Siena with a local professional guide, and see some of its most famous attractions.

  • Visit the renowned Siena Cathedral built in the beginning half of the 13th century and get an optional guided tour here.

  • Take in stunning views of Piazza del Campo and Palazzo Pubblico as you learn a great deal about the area's traditions and history.

  • Fun Fact: Siena is home to the world's oldest bank, established in the year 1472 – Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena!

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  • Enjoy a guided walking tour through the medieval city of Siena with a local professional guide, and see some of its most famous attractions.

  • Visit the renowned Siena Cathedral built in the beginning half of the 13th century and get an optional guided tour here.

  • Take in stunning views of Piazza del Campo and Palazzo Pubblico as you learn a great deal about the area's traditions and history.

  • Fun Fact: Siena is home to the world's oldest bank, established in the year 1472 – Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena!

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Aerial view of San Gimignano with medieval towers and surrounding countryside.
Siena Cathedral with tourists in the square, part of San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni, Chianti day trip.
Group walking through vineyard on Siena, San Gimignano, and Chianti day trip.
Visitors at the steps of a historic church in San Gimignano, Italy.
Wine being poured into a glass during a Chianti tasting on a Florence day trip.
Tourists taking a selfie in front of historic architecture in San Gimignano, Italy.
Aerial view of Monteriggioni's medieval walls and surrounding Tuscan landscape.
Aerial view of Chianti winery with vineyards and Tuscan landscape.
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  • Relax on an AC coach from Florence as you explore Siena and San Gimignano. Enjoy free time in both these cities and explore them independently.

  • An English-speaking tour leader will accompany you throughout your day trip to enrich your visit with insider tips, trivia, and more.

  • Stop at Siena and allow it to charm you with its Gothic elegance, narrow winding lanes, and the stunning shell-shaped Piazza del Campo. It’s small enough to explore in a few hours, yet packed with character.

  • Wander through the hilltop town of San Gimignano, admiring its towering structures and uncovering beautiful frescoes.

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  • Relax on an AC coach from Florence as you explore Siena and San Gimignano. Enjoy free time in both these cities and explore them independently.

  • An English-speaking tour leader will accompany you throughout your day trip to enrich your visit with insider tips, trivia, and more.

  • Stop at Siena and allow it to charm you with its Gothic elegance, narrow winding lanes, and the stunning shell-shaped Piazza del Campo. It’s small enough to explore in a few hours, yet packed with character.

  • Wander through the hilltop town of San Gimignano, admiring its towering structures and uncovering beautiful frescoes.

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Pro tips to help you make a pick

Choose the budget-friendly OPA SI Pass for the full experience of the cathedral, library, baptistery, crypt, and Facciatone viewpoint. It includes the audio guide and is valid for 3 consecutive days.

A standard cathedral ticket is ideal if you’re mainly willing to see the Gothic nave, marble mosaic floors, and fresco-filled chapels, and it also comes with the audio guide in 5 languages.

Head up the Facciatone for sweeping views of Siena’s rooftops and Tuscan hills, it’s the cathedral’s often overlooked gem.

Visit early in the morning to enjoy quieter spaces before tour groups arrive, especially in the Piccolomini Library.

If you're traveling from Florence, take a day trip to Pisa, Siena Cathedral, San Gimignano, and the scenic Chianti region. Enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch along the way, and explore Siena Cathedral with a guided tour.

About Siena Cathedral

In the heart of the Tuscan hills, lies the Siena Cathedral, also known as the Duomo di Siena. With construction beginning in the 12th century, this architectural marvel exudes a medieval fusion of Gothic and Romanesque styles! The Cathedral’s highlights include the iconic striped marble exterior adorned with sculptures by Giovanni Pisano.


AddressPiazza del Duomo, 8, 53100 Siena SI, Italy
Also known asDuomo di Siena
Year opened1348
Visitors per year1000000
Expected wait time - Standard0-30 mins (Peak), 30-60 mins (Off Peak)
Unesco status1995

Did you know?

The cathedral's marble mosaic floor covers 14,000 sq ft with 56 panels of biblical scenes, allegories, and civic themes.

The cathedral's black and white striped marble is symbolic of Siena's civic identity, representing the legendary founders Senius and Aschius.

The Piccolomini Library, located within the cathedral, is renowned for its vibrant frescoes by Pinturicchio, illustrating the life of Pope Pius II.

Discovered only in 1999, the crypt reveals a hidden world of 13th-century frescoes, letting visitors step back in time beneath the cathedral’s floor.

The Duomo Nuovo expansion was halted by the 1348 Black Death, a plague that killed much of Siena’s population, leaving the cathedral smaller than planned and the Facciatone as a reminder of the city’s interrupted ambitions.

Why visit Siena Cathedral?

Architecture

Admire the cathedral’s Italian Gothic design, Giovanni Pisano’s intricately sculpted facade, the soaring nave, elegant arches, and the iconic black-and-white striped marble that defines Siena Cathedral.

Use of Marble

Walk along marble floors that narrate centuries of faith and civic pride, with intricate inlays capturing Siena’s cultural and religious heritage.

Stunning Stained Glass

Admire the colorful stained glass windows in the nave and apse, which fill the cathedral with shifting patterns of light and enhance its Gothic elegance.

Home to prominent art works

Discover sculptures and artworks by Nicola and Giovanni Pisano, Donatello, Michelangelo, Bernini, and Beccafumi, showcasing centuries of Italian Gothic and Renaissance artistry.

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Federico Vicentini
IT

Federico

Italy
Jan 2026

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Impressive, the exterior, but even more so the interior with decorated floors and incredible paintings done by the most important painters of our Italy

Siena Cathedral & Piccolomini Library Tickets with Audio Guide

Julia Galate
US

Julia

United States
Mar 2026
The office was so easy to find, they were very helpful, and the audio guide was excellent! Everything was so easy, it couldn't have been better!

Combo: Siena Cathedral Tickets + San Gimignano Museum Pass

Guðni Þór Ólafsson
IS

Guðni

Iceland
Nov 2025
Easy to connect on my phone. A bit difficult to orientation. I think the reason is the English names of the stations inside the church are so different from the Italian. I am not native English speaker

Combo: Siena Cathedral Tickets + San Gimignano Museum Pass

Luis Eduardo Sanchez Aguirre
CO

Luis

Colombia
Mar 2026
A Must see if you can spare a day of your florence trip. Allesia had great information and was very clear with all the meeting points and insights. Just dont buy the guided tour in Sienna, not worth the price nor the assigned guide who read most of the things we were looking, do the walk alone and the entry to the Cathedral is a Must but the entry purchased on site.

From Florence: Pisa, San Gimignano, Siena & Chianti Day Trip with Lunch & Tuscan Tastings

Esperanza Alvarez
QA

Esperanza

Qatar
Nov 2025
The itinerary was crafted perfectly. Our tour guide Marco was very good, accomodating and very knowledgable. We had fun filled whole day. Highly recommended.

From Florence: Pisa, San Gimignano, Siena & Chianti Day Trip with Lunch & Tuscan Tastings

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