7 Cathedral Tours in Siena Worth Booking

1.Siena Cathedral and Piccolomini Library Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,462 reviews · from $9Our pick

Use your voucher at Siena Cathedral’s ticket office, then enter through the fast-track line. Inside, see the marble mosaic floor, Michelangelo and Donatello sculptures, and Pinturicchio’s ten frescoes in the Piccolomini Library. Your ticket opens an official audio guide on your phone by QR code. The visit is self-guided and valid for one day.

“Building to the Lord, in great magnificence and splendour can never be out of the question. I pray that that Romanesque structure and the libraries inspire the faithful until the end of time”

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2.Cathedral Complex Pass with Audio Guide (OPA SI PASS)

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,773 reviews · from $21

Use the OPA SI PASS to visit Siena Cathedral, the Baptistery, Crypt, Piccolomini Library, Museo dell’Opera, Oratory of San Bernardino, and Facciatone viewpoint. A smartphone audio guide explains the art and architecture at your own pace. The pass excludes the cathedral rooftop and Gate of Heaven route.

“Incredible!! A must do/see while in Florence. And definitely do the Duomo climb if your able. So worth it!”

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3.Walking Tour and Skip-the-Line Duomo Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,116 reviews · 2 hours · from $47

Spend two hours walking Siena with an English-speaking local guide such as Elio, Claudia, Giorgia, or Julia. See St. Catherine’s church, Piazza del Campo, the Contrade, Gothic palaces, and the Basilica di San Domenico, then enter the Duomo with skip-the-line tickets. Wear modest clothing and sturdy shoes.

“Claudia was incredible. Very clear and her knowledge was perfect. Her energy was perfect!”

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4.Skip the Line: Siena Duomo and City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 689 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $48Top rated

Walk from Basilica San Domenico through Siena’s contrade, Piazza Salimbeni, Piazza del Campo, and Palazzo Chigi Saracini before entering the Duomo with a guide. Guides such as Elio, Claudia, Julia, and Daniele are praised for lively local stories, especially about the Palio and Siena’s art.

“This is an excellent tour to learn some of the history of Siena and the Duomo. Our guide was amazing and an art history major.”

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5.3h Private City Walking Tour with Optional Cathedral

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 392 reviews · from $164

Spend three hours exploring Siena with a private English, Italian, or Spanish-speaking guide. Visit Piazza del Campo, Palazzo Pubblico, San Domenico, and the Duomo area while learning about Saint Catherine, the Palio, and the Contrade. Add the optional cathedral visit for more art and marble, but pay its entrance fee separately.

“We spent 6 days in Italy - 2 of them in Siena and this tour was the best part of our trip! It was small, informative and we had the best tour guide we could ask for!”

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6.Siena Walking Tour with Cathedral and Crypt & Museum Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 380 reviews · from $95

Meet your guide beneath the big tree at Basilica of San Domenico for a 2-hour Siena walk and Cathedral visit, or choose 3 hours with the OPA SI Pass. Expect the Palio, Contrade neighborhoods, Piazza del Campo, Piccolomini Library, Crypt, Museum, and Facciatone views. Guides may include Flo, Dace, Anna, Elia, Sabrina, or Susanna.

“We had booked a group tour but were pleasantly surprised that we were the only two on the tour. Our guide, Daca, was truly extraordinary. She is a native of Siena and truly understands the history, culture, and essence of this magnificent city. She is both knowledgeable and passionate. Her ability to convey the history of the city, to discuss its culture through its district organizational structure, and to interpret the significant art of Siena was amazing. We will always remeber our amazing day in Siena with Daca.”

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7.Discover Siena: Guided Walking Tour and Cathedral Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 314 reviews · 1 hour · from $34

Walk Siena’s historic center with an English, Spanish, or Italian-speaking guide, beginning at Basilica San Domenico and continuing to Piazza del Campo, Palazzo Comunale, noble palazzos, and Siena Cathedral. You’ll hear about the Palio, local saints, and families such as the Piccolomini, Tolomei, and Salimbeni. Guides have included Chiara, Letizia, Claudia, Silvia, and Gemma.

“It was led by a Sienese native. Excellent information. Only wish it could have been longer. There is so much to see in Siena!”

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