Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Siena travel guide

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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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Siena to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Siena

Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
S$ 184
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siena in February
Estimated hotel price
S$ 184
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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 29h.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Siena to Pisa takes 0h 51m and costs around S$ 16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about S$ 35 for a 1h 27m 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Felirent, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and MarinoBus. From Pisa, the bus ride to Siena takes 97 km and will cost you around S$ 13. From Bologna, the ticket costs about S$ 21 for a journey of 121 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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 29h.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Siena, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Siena to Pisa takes 0h 51m and costs around S$ 16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about S$ 35 for a 1h 27m 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Felirent, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siena, including FlixBus, Itabus and MarinoBus. From Pisa, the bus ride to Siena takes 97 km and will cost you around S$ 13. From Bologna, the ticket costs about S$ 21 for a journey of 121 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

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 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 S$ 178 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 336 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Alma Domus and Porta Pispini Residence.

Where to stay in popular areas of Siena

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Castello Di Tornano Wine Relais
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 266+
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Hotel Athena
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 254+
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Hotel Executive
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 123+
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IL Chiostro Del Carmine
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 145+
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Precise House Montaperti Siena
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 153+
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Piccolo Hotel Etruria
2 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
S$ 154+
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Hiring a car in Siena

Expect to pay S$ 2.52 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 S$ 30.15 and S$ 40.20. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Full-size (Volkswagen Multivan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Fiat Panda or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 2.52 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 S$ 30.15 and S$ 40.20. The most frequently booked car type in Siena is Full-size (Volkswagen Multivan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Fiat Panda or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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