Overview

Places of interest in Siena

Overview
1 Val d'Orcia
Rolling vineyards cradle historic hilltop charm
9.3
This Tuscan valley sits south of Siena, defined by rolling hills and ancient stone bridges. While nearby towns draw crowds, Val d'Orcia offers a quieter, authentic landscape perfect for slow travel and scenic drives away from the main tourist trails.
Highlights:
  • 🍷 Taste Brunello di Montalcino wine at a local winery
  • 🚗 Ride a vintage car in Val d'Orcia landscapes
  • 🏰 Stroll through medieval streets of Siena
1 Strada Provinciale di Val d'Orcia
POI
1 Bagni San Filippo
Rustic thermal pools amid Tuscan hills
This historic spa town in Tuscany offers thermal baths and elegant architecture. Surrounded by rolling hills, it provides a peaceful retreat from Siena's bustle while maintaining rich cultural heritage and natural beauty for visitors seeking relaxation.
Highlights:
  • 🥾 Hike up nearby hills for sweeping Tuscan countryside vistas
  • 🏰 Stroll through the medieval streets and visit the historic Church of Santa Maria del Carmine
  • 🛁 Soak in the mineral-rich thermal pools of Bagni San Filippo
2 San Gimignano
Medieval Towers and Tuscan Charm
7.6
A medieval hill town in central Tuscany, known for its well-preserved towers and narrow cobblestone streets. The historic center offers Renaissance art, local Tuscan cuisine and panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards and rolling hills.
Highlights:
  • 🎨 Visit the Duomo di San Gimignano, with its beautiful frescoes
  • 🏰 Explore the medieval towers and historic walls of San Gimignano
  • 🌅 Climb Torre Grossa for panoramic views of Siena and the Tuscan countryside
1 Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta
Place of Worship
2 Palazzo Pubblico
Historic Castle
3 Basilica Cateriniana di San Domenico
Place of Worship
4 Santa Maria della Scala
Museum
5 Torre del Mangia
Tower
2 Parco della Rimembranza
Park
1 Via di Città
Way
3 Orto Botanico
Garden
6 National Picture Gallery of Siena
Museum
7 Piazza Salimbeni
Way
8 Loggia della Mercanzia
Historic Building
9 Battistero di San Giovanni
Place of Worship
10 Il Campo
Way
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