Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Siena travel guide

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You're Going to Love Siena

With a population of 42 867, Siena is a must-see destination in Tuscany, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Siena has to offer.

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When to visit Siena

Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
₹ 15455
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
₹ 15455
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Siena

Plane

Although Siena doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR), which is located 56 km from Siena. The shortest flight to Siena from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 25h 40m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by Train. The train journey from Siena to Milan takes 1h 44m and costs around ₹ 2,665 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Venice, expect to pay about ₹ 2,094 for a 3h 10m trip. The train station in Siena is called Siena, and is located 1.6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car hire from Milan, which is about 293 km from Siena. You’ll find branches of Felirent and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Bus. From Pisa, the bus ride to Siena takes 97 km and will cost you around ₹ 1,999. From Rome, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,713 for a journey of 314 km. The most popular bus station is Siena Piazza Antonio Gramsci, located 0.6 km from the city centre of Siena. Siena Lo Stellino is also a commonly used station, and is 3.2 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Siena doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR), which is located 56 km from Siena. The shortest flight to Siena from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 25h 40m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by Train. The train journey from Siena to Milan takes 1h 44m and costs around ₹ 2,665 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Venice, expect to pay about ₹ 2,094 for a 3h 10m trip. The train station in Siena is called Siena, and is located 1.6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car hire from Milan, which is about 293 km from Siena. You’ll find branches of Felirent and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Bus. From Pisa, the bus ride to Siena takes 97 km and will cost you around ₹ 1,999. From Rome, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,713 for a journey of 314 km. The most popular bus station is Siena Piazza Antonio Gramsci, located 0.6 km from the city centre of Siena. Siena Lo Stellino is also a commonly used station, and is 3.2 km from the city centre.

Airports near Siena

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
FLRFlorence Peretola
PSAPisa Gal Galilei

Airlines serving Siena

Lufthansa
Good (7,974 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,944 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,458 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,352 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,936 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,212 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (914 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,684 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,769 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,000 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (405 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,238 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,313 reviews)
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Where to stay in Siena

From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel Certosa Di Maggiano to great affordable options like the Hotel Palazzo di Valli, Siena offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 13,057 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 26,267 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Alma Domus and B&B I Tetti di Siena.

Where to stay in popular areas of Siena

Most booked hotels in Siena

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Hotel Athena
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 21,701+
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Hotel Italia
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 10,851+
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Villa Ermellina Siena, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
₹ 23,033+
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B&B Siena In Centro - Diffuso
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,708+
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NH Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 14,753+
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Precise House Montaperti Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,826+
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Hiring a car in Siena

Hiring a car in Siena costs ₹ 11,663 per day, on average, or ₹ 46,650 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 78% more expensive than at Florence Peretola.

Expect to pay ₹ 194 per litre in Siena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 2,330 and ₹ 3,107.

Hiring a car in Siena costs ₹ 11,663 per day, on average, or ₹ 46,650 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 78% more expensive than at Florence Peretola.

Expect to pay ₹ 194 per litre in Siena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 2,330 and ₹ 3,107.

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