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
₹ 15085
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
₹ 15085
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 19h 40m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by Train. The train journey from Siena to Rome takes 1h 26m and costs around ₹ 1,765 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Milan, expect to pay about ₹ 2,137 for a 1h 45m 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Itabus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 145 km and will cost you around ₹ 1,579. From Rome, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,672 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 19h 40m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by Train. The train journey from Siena to Rome takes 1h 26m and costs around ₹ 1,765 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Milan, expect to pay about ₹ 2,137 for a 1h 45m 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Itabus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 145 km and will cost you around ₹ 1,579. From Rome, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,672 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 (1,491 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,896 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,859 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,300 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,392 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,167 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,552 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,746 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,558 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,903 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,379 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (398 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,190 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,259 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 ₹ 11,567 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 24,195 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)
₹ 35,023+
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Hotel Athena
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 15,886+
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Hotel Italia
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 8,547+
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Hotel Executive
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 8,268+
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IL Chiostro Del Carmine
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,940+
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Precise House Montaperti Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 8,093+
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Hiring a car in Siena

Hiring a car in Siena costs ₹ 11,383 per day, on average, or ₹ 45,532 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, 30% more expensive than at Florence Peretola.

Expect to pay ₹ 188 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 ₹ 2,252 and ₹ 3,002. 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 Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Siena costs ₹ 11,383 per day, on average, or ₹ 45,532 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, 30% more expensive than at Florence Peretola.

Expect to pay ₹ 188 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 ₹ 2,252 and ₹ 3,002. 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 Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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