Siena is a medieval Gothic city centred on the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo and the striped marble Duomo.
Siena lies about 120 km from Pisa, and the regional train via Empoli takes about two hours. It is a long day but rewarding: the sloping Piazza del Campo, the 102-metre Torre del Mangia, the black-and-white striped Duomo and the Museo Civico frescoes.
| Distance | About 120 km south-east of Pisa |
|---|---|
| Travel time | About 2 hours by train |
| Getting there | Train (Trenitalia Regionale from Pisa Centrale via Empoli to Siena) or car via the FI-PI-LI and the Siena-Firenze superstrada |
| Difficulty | moderate |
| Address | Piazza del Campo, 53100 Siena SI, Italy |
How to get there
- Mode
- Train
- Duration
- About 2 hours
- Notes
- Regionale via Empoli; check the Trenitalia app for the current timetable
- Mode
- Car
- Duration
- About 1 hour 30 minutes
- Notes
- Park outside the centre and walk in
Suggested itinerary
- Take an early train, walk to Piazza del Campo, climb Torre del Mangia, tour the Duomo complex, lunch in a side street and return in the early evening.
Location
Piazza del Campo, 53100 Siena SI, Italy
43.3188, 11.3308 View on map
Highlights
- Piazza del Campo and Torre del Mangia
- Duomo and Piccolomini Library
- Museo Civico in Palazzo Pubblico
- Santa Maria della Scala
- Contrade districts and the Palio traditions
Tips for visiting
- The Duomo marble floor is uncovered only for part of the autumn
- Palio races are held on 2 July and 16 August
- Book Duomo tickets at operaduomo.siena.it
When to visit
Spring and autumn.
Accessibility
Hilly and cobbled; the Campo itself is sloped.
Frequently asked questions
Can Siena be visited from Pisa in a day?
Yes, but it is a long day at about 2 hours each way by train; an early start is advised.
When is the Palio?
On 2 July and 16 August each year.