First Time Siena Medieval Tuscany Private Half Day Tour | 3 hours

19 Reviews | Siena
Likely To Sell Out
Select Date and Travelers
You can select up to 8 travelers in total.
Traveler (0-120) Minimum: 1, Maximum: 8
2
Free Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
First Time Siena Medieval Tuscany Private Half Day Tour
2 Adults x $273.89
$547.78
Approx Total
$547.78

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: German, English, Italian
  • Certified guide
  • Entrance fees to museums and churches are not included and can be paid directly onsite.

Overview

This is the perfect half day walking tour for first time travelers to Siena who would like to get a great introduction to this Medieval town with a fun and friendly Tuscan local! I am a professional tour guide with twenty years of experience showing travelers the beauty of Tuscany and introducing people of all ages (couples, families, groups) to the history and culture of Italy. My background is in foreign languages, art history and history, but I am also passionate about wine, food, culture, and above all sharing my region with visitors from around the world. This totally private tour can be fully customized to fit your needs and level of knowledge, please feel free to send me any information about you and your group before arrival.

Itinerary

  • Piazza del Campo

    From here we can visit some of Siena’s beautiful public fountains, while I explain the incredible aqueducts that run underneath the city even today. The most important fountain is Fonte Gaia, a monumental fountain located in the Piazza del Campo, which is actually a replica as the original panels are housed in the Santa Maria della Scala museum. The famous Piazza del Campo is a shell shaped square at the heart of Siena with its soaring Torre del Mangia tower and the buildings of the City Hall which also include a museum with an entire room filled with Lorenzetti’s Allegory of Good and Bad Government frescoes. Each year the square is packed with dirt and transformed for the Palio horserace which is run twice a year on July 2nd and August 16th with 10 of the 17 contrada neighborhoods competing.

    20 minutes

  • Torre del Mangia

    I will explain about the fascinating Torre del Mangia, but we won't climb up to the very top unless you let me know ahead of time as there are lots of steps!

    10 minutes

  • Duomo di Siena

    Next I will take you through the ancient streets to the Duomo, the main Cathedral of Siena, one of the finest Gothic cathedrals in all of Italy with unforgettable frescoes in the Piccolomini Library and special tiled floors that are periodically uncovered for viewing. Please note that entrance to the Duomo and various museums and buildings surrounding it is not included and you can pay directly once you choose which you would like to visit.

    30 minutes

  • Palazzo Tolomei

    This is the building with the oldest original facade in Siena.

    5 minutes

  • Piazza Salimbeni

    Learn about the oldest bank in Europe that is still operating - Monte dei Paschi di Siena, that has brought riches to Siena and the province for hundreds of years.

    10 minutes

  • Basilica Cateriniana Di S. Domenico

    Together we will visit the Basilica di San Domenico, a stunning church perched on top of one of the three hills of Siena, at the entrance to the historic city center across from the soccer stadium and fortress. Siena is still protected by medieval walls with impressive doors, but boasts an origin even older than this. We will begin with a visit inside San Domenico where you can see the holy relics of St. Catherine, one of the Patron Saints of Italy and the person said to be responsible for returning the Papacy from Avignon to Rome.

    20 minutes

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

June 18100% refund
June 19No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Reviews

5.0

19 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    19
  • 4 stars
    0
  • 3 stars
    0
  • 2 stars
    0
  • 1 star
    0

Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 19 reviews with 5 stars

Great for a short time or a start or your time in Siena

Published on Jan, 2025

This was a great start tour. We only had a half day in Siena and saw the highlights. Elisabetta was very knowledgeable and spent a lot of time in the cathedral with us, had a great stop for a delicious treat of almond cookies and showing us the other main areas of town. She also helped us know where to park and how to get in and out of the city.

One of the best tour guides ever!

Published on Aug, 2024

What a fantastic tour of Siena! Elisabetta was a wonderful tour guide, through the Piazza del Campo where they hold the Palio, Siena Cathedral, and the Basilica di San Domenico. The tour through the neighborhoods was great, too, such as seeing the medieval aqueduct really brought to life the city. What a great way to spend a half-day. I would heartily recommend!

Excellent tour of Siena

Published on Apr, 2024

Fabulous tour! We loved it all! As first time visitors navigating through would have been difficult and we would not have covered all the sights. We learned so much in such a short time period. Highly recommend!

Great day under the Tuscan sun

Published on Apr, 2024

What a great experience! Adele was great and very engaging with the kids. She brought games to play and a little gift for them. We loved our time in Siena and would highly recommend!

Sophia gave us an excellent tour of Siena.m

Published on Sep, 2023

Sophia was an excellent tour guide. She explained so many facts and anecdotes about life in Siena. My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our time with her and learned alot about Siena. We would happily recommend Sophia to all.

Compare Similar Experiences

Current

First Time Siena Medieval Tuscany Privat ...
Likely To Sell Out
232745P2
time

3 hours

time Free Cancellation
19
Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, S ...
5070TUSCANY
time

11 hours to 12 hours

time Free Cancellation
17,768
Tuscany: Day Trip to Pisa, Siena, San Gi ...
Special Offer
2428P97
time

12 hours

time Free Cancellation
1,531
Siena and San Gimignano: Small-Group Tou ...
5292P26
time

10 hours

time Free Cancellation
1,379
From Florence: San Gimignano, Siena and ...
Likely To Sell Out
5919P49
time

11 hours 15 minutes

time Free Cancellation
766
Afternoon in Siena and Chianti Wine Tour ...
6367TOUR11
time

7 hours

time Free Cancellation
268
Florence to Tuscany: Chianti, Siena, San ...
15693P28
time

9 hours

time Free Cancellation
218
Discover the Medieval Charm of Siena on ...
63770P1
time

2 hours to 3 hours

time Free Cancellation
199
PRIVATE Full-Day Siena, San Gimignano an ...
Likely To Sell Out
266403P1
time

8 hours to 9 hours

time Free Cancellation
190
San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni: Ful ...
Special Offer
2428P54
time

11 hours

time Free Cancellation
149
Private Tuscany Tour: Siena, Pisa and Sa ...
Likely To Sell Out
6367P34
time

10 hours

time Free Cancellation
129
Siena Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experien ...
51159P42
time

3 hours

time Free Cancellation
128
Private Tuscany Tour from Florence Inclu ...
Likely To Sell Out
6367P30
time

8 hours

time Free Cancellation
103
Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
Skip-the-Line Siena Cathedral Duomo Comp ...
45125P1
time

1 hour to 2 hours

time Free Cancellation
266
Wine Class - Tuscan Classics
122116P1
time

2 hours

time Free Cancellation
263
Small-Group Montepulciano and Pienza Day ...
5493MONTEPULCIANO
time

8 hours

time Free Cancellation
206
Discover the Medieval Charm of Siena on ...
63770P1
time

2 hours to 3 hours

time Free Cancellation
199
A Brunello Cooking Class with Vineyards ...
67309P7
time

4 hours

time Free Cancellation
165
San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni: Ful ...
Special Offer
2428P54
time

11 hours

time Free Cancellation
149
Small-Group San Gimignano and Volterra D ...
5493SANGIMIGNANO
time

8 hours

time Free Cancellation
142
San Gimignano, Chianti, and Montalcino D ...
5919P131
time

11 hours

time Free Cancellation
134
Siena: Small group Cooking Class in Chia ...
Special Offer
5919COOKING
time

4 hours

time Free Cancellation
129
Siena Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experien ...
51159P42
time

3 hours

time Free Cancellation
128
Vespa Tour with Lunch&Chianti Winery fro ...
5919VESPA
time

6 hours 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
124
Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Tuscany from ...
6365HAB
time

3 hours

time Free Cancellation
106
Recently Viewed
Guided Private Pamukkale Tour From Kusad ...
Likely To Sell Out
126370P99
time

9 hours to 11 hours

time Free Cancellation
1
Prague Half Day Private Guided Tour by C ...
26685P11
time

4 hours

time Free Cancellation
158
Private Greyfriars Kirkyard tour - 'Meet ...
Likely To Sell Out
40826P3
time

1 hour 45 minutes

time Free Cancellation
55
Yas Water World Abu Dhabi Ticket
Skip The Line
270296P31
time

4 minutes to 5 minutes

time Free Cancellation
18
Ultimate Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour ...
259665P16
time

2 hours to 3 hours

time Free Cancellation
61
Longqing Gorge and Guyaju Caves Private ...
27011P3
time

9 hours

time Free Cancellation
3
Wave Rock Half Day Air & Ground Tour
34533P2
time

5 hours

time Free Cancellation
1
Blue Lagoon Snorkeling - Jungle Swing - ...
117019P13
time

10 hours

time Free Cancellation
8
Dark Sky's in the Florida Everglades
334779P2
time

4 hours

time Free Cancellation
4
Madrid 1.5 Hour Segway Night Tour (last ...
28540P4
time

1 hour 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
13
Connect with TravelOne
Louise Berg
Destination Expert
Plan your Next Trip
TravelOne Subscribe
We organise unforgettable vacations.
Subscribe for trending deals.
© Copyright 2025 TravelOne Technologies Inc. | All Rights Reserved.
Visa Card Mastercard Maestro Amex Discover

TravelOne uses cookies to give you the best possible service. If you continue browsing, you agree to the use of cookies. More details can be found in our privacy policy.

Do you have a destination in mind, or would you like TravelOne AI to suggest one?

What is your destination?

Are you visiting Japan for the first time?

Travel Date

What is your general interest for this trip?

City Breakup


Travelers Details


Adults
Ages 12 or above
Child
Ages 8-12
Child
Ages 3-7
Infant
Ages 0-2
Adults
Ages 12 or above
Child
Ages 8-12
Child
Ages 3-7
Infant
Ages 0-2

Accommodation Preferences

Preferred Star Rating?

Property Preference?

Property Location?

Preferred Hotel Chain?

Meal At The Hotel?

Dining Preferences

Which meal package would you like to choose?

What are your meal preferences?

Dining Style Preferences?

Cuisine Preferences?

Dining Atmosphere Preferences?

Preferred Meal Times?

Transportation

What are your preferences for arrival/departure transfers?

What are your preferences for internal transfers?

Guide Support

What kind of guide support do you prefer during your trip?

Preferred Language for Guide?

Preferred Type of Guide?

Group Size for Tours with Guides?

Desired Role of the Guide?

Specific Guide Personality/Style Preference?

Dining recommendations/reservations?

Flights Preferences

What are your preferences for onward and return flights?

Cabin Class

Preferred Departure Time

Preferred Arrival Time

Preferred Airlines

What are your preferences for internal flight?

Cabin Class

Preferred Departure Time

Preferred Arrival Time

Preferred Airlines

What type of experiences do you seek while traveling?

    Culinary Classes and Workshops
    Candy Making Classes Chocolate Tours Cocktail Tastings Mixology Classes Paella Making Classes Pasta Making Classes Pizza Making Classes Olive Oil Tasting Wine Making Workshops
    Food & Beverage Tours
    Beer & Brewery Tours Chocolate Tours Coffee & Tea Tours Culinary Tours Pastry Tours Sake Brewery Tour Sake Tasting Street Food Tours Taco Tours Wine Tours
    Food Tastings and Sampling
    Cocktail Tastings Olive Oil Tasting Sake Tasting Wine Tastings High Tea
    Dining Experiences and Meals
    Brunch Dinner Lunch Breakfast Restaurants Dinner and Show Tickets
    Food-Related Cruises
    Brunch Cruises Coffee Cruises Dinner Cruises Lunch Cruises
    Thematic Food Events & Experiences
    Donut Walking Tour Markets
    Specialized Food Events
    Dining Experiences Dinner and Show Tickets
    Wildlife Observation & Encounters
    Bird Watching Dolphin Watching Whale Watching Shark Diving Wildlife Watching Wildlife Encounters Swim with Dolphins Zoos & Wildlife Parks Aquariums Safaris
    Hiking & Exploration
    Hiking Tours Glacier Walks Nature Walks National Parks Nature Parks Parks Natural Attractions Outback Tours
    Camping & Outdoor Stays
    Camping Honeymoon Packages
    Adventure & Sports in Nature
    Mountain Bike Rentals Mountain Bike Tours Horseback Riding Sandboarding
    Boating & Cruises
    Sailing Glass Bottom Boat Tours Gondola Cruises
    Paddle & Active Water Sports
    Kayaking Tours Stand Up Paddleboarding Jet Ski Rentals
    Underwater Exploration
    Scuba Diving Snorkeling Shark Diving Swim with Dolphins
    Fishing & Marine Experiences
    Fishing Charters Eco Tours
    Sky & Aerial Nature Experiences
    Hot Air Balloon Rides Northern Lights
    Historical Landmarks & Sites
    Ancient Ruins Castles Tours Monuments and Memorials Religious Sites
    Museum & Cultural Institutions
    Museums Museum Tickets & Passes Attractions & Museums Planetariums
    Classic & General History Tours
    Archaeology Tours Architecture Tours City Tours Cultural Tours Historical Tours
    Literature, TV & Film-Based Tours
    Game of Thrones Tours Harry Potter Tours Literary Tours TV Tours
    Mystery & Dark History Tours
    Ghost Tours Crime Tours Underground Tours
    Industrial & Commercial History
    Factory Tours Plantation Tours
    Observation & Structural History
    Observation Decks Skyscrapers & Towers Classic Car Tours
    Sacred & Religious Sites
    Religious Sites Religious Tours
    Spiritual & Cultural Rituals
    Sufi Whirling Shows Easter Lunar New Year
    Traditional & Cultural Bathing Practices
    Arab Baths Hammams & Turkish Baths Onsens
    Healing & Wellness Experiences
    Thermal Spas & Hot Springs Spas Yoga Classes
    Immersive Spiritual Experiences
    Light & Sound Shows
    Nature & Wildlife Conservation
    Eco Tours Nature and Wildlife Tours Wildlife Encounters Wildlife Watching
    Protected Natural Areas
    National Parks Nature Parks Involves Poverty Stricken Communities Involves Animals
    Sustainable & Responsible Travel
    Sustainable Tours Volunteer Tours
    Land-Based Exploration
    Hiking Tours Nature Walks Walking Tours Self-guided Tours
    Cycling & Eco-Friendly Transport
    Cycling Cycling Classes Bike Rentals Bike Tours E-Bike Tours
    Nightlife & Entertainment
    Adults-only Shows Bar Tours Burlesque Shows Cabaret Casino Tours Comedy Shows Night Cruises Night Tours Nightlife Pub Tours
    Live Music & Performances
    Concerts Jazz Shows Musical Shows Opera Performances R&B/Soul Concerts Rap & Hip-Hop Concerts Samba Dance Shows Theater Shows Live Concerts Music Tours
    Festivals & Seasonal Celebrations
    Festivals Mardi Gras Carnival Christmas Halloween Oktoberfest Packages & Special Events
    Dance & Cultural Party Experiences
    Disco Dance Shows Luaus Samba Dance Shows
    Spectacle & Family-Friendly Entertainment
    Children’s Shows & Concerts Circus Shows Family-friendly Shows Fireworks Shows Shows
    Unique & Themed Experiences
    LGBT Friendly Tours Street Art Tour Theme Parks Universal Theme Parks
    Performing Arts & Live Shows
    Acoustic Concerts Ballet Tickets Ballroom Dance Shows Belly Dance Shows Broadway Shows Cirque du Soleil Shows Classical Concerts Classical Music Flamenco Performance Live Concerts Musicals Opera Performances Sufi Whirling Shows Tango Dance Shows Theater Shows Traditional Dance Performances
    Cultural & Heritage Experiences
    Cultural Tours Culture Costume Dress Up Experiences Fashion Shows Fashion Tours Lantern Festival
    Art & Creative Workshops
    Art Classes Craft Classes Painting Classes Pottery Classes Photography Tours
    Dance & Music Participation
    Dance Lessons Dance Shows
    Language & Cultural Learning
    Language Classes Spanish Lessons
    Historical & Traditional Skills
    Archery Classes Swordsmanship Classes
    City Exploration
    Hop on Hop Off Buses Trolley Tours Tuk Tuk Tours
    High-Adrenaline Aerial Adventures
    Air Tours Hang Gliding Helicopter Tours Heli-Hiking Helicopter Transfers Paragliding Parasailing Skydiving Ziplining
    Land-Based Extreme Driving
    4WD Tours ATV Tours Buggy Rentals Dune Bashing Hummer Tours Motorcycle Tours Off-Road Tours Performance Car Driving Motor Sports Go Kart Road Trip Vespa Rentals
    Air & Water-Powered Thrill Rides
    Airboat Tours Jet Boat Rentals Jetpacks Flyboarding
    Climbing & Vertical Challenges
    Climbing Ice Climbing Rock Climbing Caving Sea Caving
    Snow & Ice Adventures
    Dog Sledding/Mushing Husky Dog Tours Ice Fishing Ice Skating Snowboarding Snowmobiling Snowshoeing
    Water & Surf Sports
    Freediving Kitesurfing Rafting Scuba Diving Surfing Lessons Wakeboarding Waterskiing White Water Rafting
    Sand & Desert Adventures
    Camel Rides Sandboarding
    Unique & Unconventional Challenges
    Bungee Jumping Escape Rooms Flight Simulator Shooting Shooting Ranges Tubing Zorbing Scavenger Hunts Fun & Games
    Spectator Sports & Events
    Baseball Tickets Horse Racing Rugby Soccer Sporting Event Tickets & Passes
    Ball Sports
    Golf Tours & Tee Times Lacrosse Classes Softball Classes Tennis
    Winter Sports
    Skiing Skiing Classes
    Combat & Tactical Sports
    Martial Arts Classes Paintball
    Extreme & Challenge-Based Sports
    Obstacle Courses
    Sports Training & Lessons
    Sports Lessons Cycling Cycling Classes
    Exclusive & VIP Experiences
    Private and Luxury Viator VIP Tours Once in a Lifetime Experiences Viator Experience Award 2022 Viator Experience Award 2023 Viator Experience Award 2024 Viator Exclusive Tours
    Private & Personalized Travel
    Private Day Trips Private Drivers Private Sightseeing Tours
    Romantic & Scenic Experiences
    Romantic Tours Sunset Cruises Helicopter Tours Limousine Tours Luxury Car Tours Photo Shoots
    Weddings & Special Celebrations
    Wedding Ceremonies Wedding Packages Weddings & Celebrations Photo Shoots
    Classic & Scenic Cruises
    Canal Cruises Catamaran Cruises Dhow Cruises Gondola Cruises Sightseeing Cruises Water Tours
    Themed & Specialized Cruises
    Dinner Cruises Night Cruises Submarine Tours
    Multi-Day & Extended Water Journeys
    Multi-day Cruises Ports of Call Tours Shore Excursions Worry-Free Shore Excursion
    Private & Adventure Boating
    Boat Rentals Power Boats Sailing
    Unique & Alternative Water Travel
    Duck Boat Tours Pack Animal Tours Ferry Services Water Transfers Water Parks Water Equipment Rentals
    Travel by Season
    Autumn / Fall Spring Summer Winter Spring Break Winter Sports

    Loading questions for you...! Please wait...!

    Loading questions for you...! Please wait...!