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How to get there
Where to stay
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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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Siena has to offer.

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When to visit Siena

Siena in August
Estimated hotel price
$215
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in August
Estimated hotel price
$215
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 the United States departs from New York and takes around 10h 05m.

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 $23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Milan, expect to pay about $23 for a 1h 45m trip. The train station in Siena is called Siena, and is located 1.0 mile from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car rental from Rome, which is about 114 miles from Siena. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Target Italy, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Itabus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 80 miles and will cost you around $14. From Rome, the ticket costs about $10 for a journey of 195 miles. The most popular bus station is Siena Piazza Antonio Gramsci, located 0.4 miles from downtown Siena. Siena Lo Stellino is also a commonly used station, and is 2.0 miles from the city center.

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 the United States departs from New York and takes around 10h 05m.

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 $23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Milan, expect to pay about $23 for a 1h 45m trip. The train station in Siena is called Siena, and is located 1.0 mile from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Siena is to pick up a car rental from Rome, which is about 114 miles from Siena. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Target Italy, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Itabus. From Bologna, the bus ride to Siena takes 80 miles and will cost you around $14. From Rome, the ticket costs about $10 for a journey of 195 miles. The most popular bus station is Siena Piazza Antonio Gramsci, located 0.4 miles from downtown Siena. Siena Lo Stellino is also a commonly used station, and is 2.0 miles from the city center.

Airports near Siena

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
FLRFlorence Peretola
PSAPisa Gal Galilei

Airlines serving Siena

KLM
Good (1,491 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,894 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,857 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,300 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,383 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,165 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,548 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,555 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,897 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 (1,249 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 $124 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $248 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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Relais Le Macine di Stigliano
4 stars
Excellent (9.6, 473 reviews)
$199+
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Hotel Le Fontanelle
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, 293 reviews)
$358+
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Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1235 reviews)
$364+
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Hotel Athena
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 5404 reviews)
$172+
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Hotel Italia
3 stars
Excellent (9, 5398 reviews)
$93+
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Hotel Executive
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2701 reviews)
$87+
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Renting a car in Siena

Renting a car in Siena costs $61 per day, on average, or $183 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Florence Peretola.

Expect to pay $7.46 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 $89.49 and $119.32. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Economy (Fiat Panda or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Cupra Formentor or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Siena costs $61 per day, on average, or $183 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Florence Peretola.

Expect to pay $7.46 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 $89.49 and $119.32. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Economy (Fiat Panda or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Cupra Formentor or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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