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
₹ 14141
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
₹ 14141
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 Bengaluru and takes around 16h 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Siena to Bologna takes 1h 24m and costs around ₹ 1,088 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about ₹ 1,905 for a 3h 06m 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 Rent Smart 24 and Felirent, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Pisa, the bus ride to Siena takes 60 miles and will cost you around ₹ 1,905. From Bologna, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,542 for a journey of 80 miles. 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 Bengaluru and takes around 16h 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Siena to Bologna takes 1h 24m and costs around ₹ 1,088 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about ₹ 1,905 for a 3h 06m 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 Rent Smart 24 and Felirent, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Pisa, the bus ride to Siena takes 60 miles and will cost you around ₹ 1,905. From Bologna, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,542 for a journey of 80 miles. 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

KLM
Good (1,457 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,790 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,751 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,208 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,220 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,876 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,117 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,312 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,522 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (898 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,688 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,732 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,397 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,167 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,143 reviews)
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Where to stay in Siena

From 5-star hotels such as the Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione to great affordable options like the Hotel Palazzo di Valli, Siena offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 10,563 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 20,239 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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Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 26,573+
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Hotel Athena
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,795+
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Palazzo Ravizza
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 10,157+
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Four Points by Sheraton Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,790+
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Hotel Duomo
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,110+
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NH Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,890+
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Hiring a car in Siena

Expect to pay ₹ 178 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 ₹ 2,133 and ₹ 2,844. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Mini (Class Mini Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay ₹ 178 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 ₹ 2,133 and ₹ 2,844. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Mini (Class Mini Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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