Sienna Trip

Hotel options: Ii Chiostro Del Carmine NH Siena Food: Pizzeria Gurgu Kebab? ($5-10)

Take a self-guided evening walk through Piazza del Campo, the heart of Siena. The square is beautifully lit at night and full of energy.

Free Walking Tour – Siena offers tip-based walking tours (you can contribute ~$5). Learn about the city's Palio horse race, medieval history, and contrade (neighborhoods). Visit the Siena Cathedral (Duomo di Siena) and admire the facade. Entry to the main area is free, but for ~$10, you can access the library and crypt. Coffee and pastry at Blandis Cafè & Wine Bar (~$5).

Lunch: Il Bocconcino for a delicious sandwich (~$5-7)

Visit Contrada Museums (free or very low-cost) to learn about Siena's unique district traditions. Explore hidden alleyways and panoramic spots, like Piazza del Mercato, for amazing views over Tuscany.

Osteria di Kamollia

Relax at Orto de’ Pecci

can stop by Nannini Bakery for traditional pastries

Grab takeaway food at Poppi, famous for its focaccia and pizza (~$5)

Breakfast: Nannini Bakery for traditional pastries Take a bus (~$10 round trip) to San Gimignano. Explore for free, climb the city walls.

Walk along Siena’s medieval city walls (free). Visit Botanical Garden of Siena (~$5).

Try Gelateria Dondoli for world-famous gelato (San Gimignano)

Return to Siena in the afternoon and relax at Fortezza Medicea (free).

Relax at Piazza del Campo, buy souvenirs, and Watch the sunset from Torre del Mangia

Il Vinaio di Bobbe e Davide for a cozy Tuscan meal (~$10-12) La Taverna di Cecco, a great spot for homemade pasta (~$10).