Square · UNESCO
Piazza del Campo
Siena, Italy
Siena's shell-shaped medieval square and the stage of the Palio.
Church, mosque or temple · Italy · Tuscany
Siena Cathedral
A striped black and white marble cathedral with an ornate marble floor.
UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Siena Cathedral matters
The cathedral is dazzling inside and out, with striped columns, sculpture and a floor covered in intricate marble scenes. The Piccolomini Library has vivid frescoes. Allow time to study the floor and the library, because the details reward a slow look and a good guide.
Talking points
- The floor has inlaid scenes, uncovered at some times of year.
- The library frescoes are vivid.
- Climb for a view over rooftops.
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Festival or event
Palio di Siena
Siena, Italy
Siena's twice-yearly horse race between neighbourhoods.
Tower · UNESCO
Torre del Mangia and Palazzo Pubblico
Siena, Italy
The town hall and its tall tower overlooking the square.
Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.