Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. Siena deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Siena

Siena in November
Estimated hotel price
$200
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in November
Estimated hotel price
$200
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 the United States departs from New York and takes around 10h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car rental from Rome, which is about 183 km from Siena. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Rome.

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 the United States departs from New York and takes around 10h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car rental from Rome, which is about 183 km from Siena. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Rome.

Airports near Siena

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
FLRFlorence Peretola
PSAPisa Gal Galilei

Airlines serving Siena

KLM
Good (1,596 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,299 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,282 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,467 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,109 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,239 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,700 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,686 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,462 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,024 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,557 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,861 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,538 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,416 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,631 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (436 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 Arcobaleno, Siena offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $102 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $246 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Alma Domus and Albergo Centrale.

Where to stay in popular areas of Siena

Most booked hotels in Siena

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Hotel Le Fontanelle
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, 287 reviews)
$573+
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Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1258 reviews)
$283+
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Hotel Athena
4 stars
Excellent (9, 5604 reviews)
$94+
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Villa Ermellina Siena, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3453 reviews)
$154+
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Four Points by Sheraton Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2361 reviews)
$127+
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NH Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3768 reviews)
$97+
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Renting a car in Siena

Renting a car in Siena costs $55 per day, on average, or $110 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 18% more expensive than at Florence Peretola.

Expect to pay $8.44 per gallon in Siena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $101.30 and $135.06. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Siena, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Siena costs $55 per day, on average, or $110 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 18% more expensive than at Florence Peretola.

Expect to pay $8.44 per gallon in Siena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $101.30 and $135.06. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Siena, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

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