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 5 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
₹ 14646
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
₹ 14646
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 24h 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Siena to Venice takes 2h 51m and costs around ₹ 2,016 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about ₹ 1,924 for a 3h 10m 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Felirent, 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 80 miles and will cost you around ₹ 1,649. From Rome, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,557 for a journey of 195 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 24h 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Siena to Venice takes 2h 51m and costs around ₹ 2,016 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about ₹ 1,924 for a 3h 10m 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Felirent, 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 80 miles and will cost you around ₹ 1,649. From Rome, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,557 for a journey of 195 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 (1,446 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,758 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,707 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,128 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,215 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,100 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,223 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,530 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,494 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,676 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,673 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,175 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,379 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,153 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,443 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 ₹ 10,681 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 19,566 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 (9.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 26,293+
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Hotel Athena
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,345+
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Palazzo Ravizza
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,345+
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Four Points by Sheraton Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,360+
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Hotel Duomo
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 6,688+
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Precise House Montaperti Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 6,871+
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Hiring a car in Siena

Expect to pay ₹ 175 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 ₹ 2,100 and ₹ 2,800. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Compact (Volkswagen Golf or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay ₹ 175 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 ₹ 2,100 and ₹ 2,800. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Compact (Volkswagen Golf or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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