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
₹ 14778
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
₹ 14778
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 35 miles from Siena. The shortest flight to Siena from India departs from Mumbai and takes around 16h 20m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Siena to Bologna takes 1h 00m and costs around ₹ 1,093 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about ₹ 1,275 for a 3h 12m trip. The train station in Siena is called Siena, and is located 1.0 mile from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car hire from Milan, which is about 182 miles from Siena. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and NOLEGGIARE , among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 75 miles and will cost you around ₹ 1,639. From Pisa, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,821 for a journey of 95 miles. The most popular bus station is Siena Piazza Antonio Gramsci, located 0.4 miles from the city centre of Siena. Siena Lo Stellino is also a commonly used station, and is 2.0 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Siena doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR), which is located 35 miles from Siena. The shortest flight to Siena from India departs from Mumbai and takes around 16h 20m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Siena to Bologna takes 1h 00m and costs around ₹ 1,093 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about ₹ 1,275 for a 3h 12m trip. The train station in Siena is called Siena, and is located 1.0 mile from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car hire from Milan, which is about 182 miles from Siena. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and NOLEGGIARE , among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 75 miles and will cost you around ₹ 1,639. From Pisa, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,821 for a journey of 95 miles. The most popular bus station is Siena Piazza Antonio Gramsci, located 0.4 miles from the city centre of Siena. Siena Lo Stellino is also a commonly used station, and is 2.0 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Siena

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
FLRFlorence Peretola
PSAPisa Gal Galilei

Airlines serving Siena

KLM
Good (1,461 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,818 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,772 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,244 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,239 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,886 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,127 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,370 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,541 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,536 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,700 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,760 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,420 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,180 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,155 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 ₹ 10,877 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 21,001 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)
₹ 27,678+
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Hotel Athena
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 10,561+
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Palazzo Ravizza
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,287+
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Villa Ermellina Siena, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 12,837+
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IL Chiostro Del Carmine
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,645+
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NH Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,287+
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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 ₹ 2,141 and ₹ 2,855. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Siena, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

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 ₹ 2,141 and ₹ 2,855. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Siena, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

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