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 6 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
₹ 13761
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
₹ 13761
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 Mumbai and takes around 19h 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Siena to Rome takes 1h 19m and costs around ₹ 2,040 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Verona, expect to pay about ₹ 1,774 for a 1h 32m 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 Europcar and Galdierirent, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and BlaBlaCar Bus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 129 km and will cost you around ₹ 1,508. From Rome, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,685 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 Mumbai and takes around 19h 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Siena to Rome takes 1h 19m and costs around ₹ 2,040 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Verona, expect to pay about ₹ 1,774 for a 1h 32m 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 Europcar and Galdierirent, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and BlaBlaCar Bus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 129 km and will cost you around ₹ 1,508. From Rome, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,685 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

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,565 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,510 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,041 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,012 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,008 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,660 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,405 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (864 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,437 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,289 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,570 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,057 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,396 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (894 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 ₹ 9,935 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 18,889 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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Castello Di Tornano Wine Relais
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 15,697+
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Hotel Athena
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 8,514+
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Hotel Executive
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 6,563+
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IL Chiostro Del Carmine
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,715+
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NH Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 8,514+
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Precise House Montaperti Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,095+
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Hiring a car in Siena

Expect to pay ₹ 174 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 ₹ 2,086 and ₹ 2,781. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Economy (Citroen C3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay ₹ 174 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 ₹ 2,086 and ₹ 2,781. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Economy (Citroen C3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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