Basilica Cateriniana San Domenico

The main attractions, the most important monuments, the curiosities, the legends, the places frequented by the locals, the best restaurants, the typical dishes, and the anecdotes of people who have always lived in the city. These are the elements I would like to find in a tour when I travel and that is exactly what you will find inside this digital tour! What will you need for this tour: - Smartphone - Internet connection - Some energy! You will walk about 4 km but it is feasible regardless of athletic training (so the tour must be done moving through the streets of Siena and not just by phone). You can start the tour at any time: once purchased you will receive link and password to start your experience! Everything is going to be into GetYourGuide Voucher so read all the info!  Once purchased, the tour can be used for the duration of the booked day + 2 extra days so: no rush at all! During the tour, you can freely enter the monuments (entrance fees are not included) and spend as much time as you like on the various visits! Unlike standard tours where you have to run after a guide, the beauty of this experience is that you can decide whether to relax, read historical insights, or spend more time on food or views! The experience is totally in your hands!

Enjoy a rich meal (lunch or dinner) within the city of Siena on a guided food tour. Learn about each dish you taste as you visit local restaurants, cafes, and historic eateries. Discover what the local cuisine has to offer. Try some of the best food in Siena and learn a little bit about the local culture along the way. Here's a list of possible tastings: Charcuterie and cheese board - Taste the best charcuterie and cheeses from the area accompanied by a good glass of local wine. Pici cacio e pepe or with wine - Pici senesi are made in a way that respects ancient processes, such as bronze wire-drawing. You can taste them seasoned with cacio e pepe or with wine. Pappa senese - of peasant origin, the recipe has been handed down from generation to generation. With a small detail that differentiates it from the traditional Tuscan pappa al pomodoro. Ribollita - the typical soup made of bread and vegetables, delicious! Ricciarelli - Marzipan biscuits in the shape of a grain of rice with a crunchy, wrinkled and cracked surface coated in sugar and a grainy interior that is soft to the bite... delicious!

Enjoy a full-day journey from Rome, through the Chianti hills, to visit the cities of Siena and San Gimignano. Siena is a beautiful medieval city in Italy, you will visit the heart of city and the central square, “Piazza del Campo” where the famous Palio takes place, a medieval-style horse race. Siena is famous for its wine but and for its sweets: the “Panpepato”, “Panforte”, “Ricciarelli”. take a break for a good Italian coffee and taste a typical sweet of Siena. Continuation to San Gimignano, a Unesco World Heritage Site, is known as “The City of the Hundred Towers” and it still maintains its original features and timeless charm. Furthermore, the name ‘San Gimignano’ is linked to one of the most historical Tuscan wines:” La Vernaccia di San Gimignano”. Arriving in San Gimignano you will explore its charming medieval streets, visit the old center of this wonderful city where the famous Chianti wine is produced. Stop for a tasting of wines and local products in a beautiful cellar. You will visit the estate and the cellars where wine production and grape processing takes place. the tasting includes 10 different types of wine and a lunch based on typical local products,

Discover the best views of Siena and the Tuscan hills on a panoramic tour by tuk-tuk. Stop at a local winery for a cellar visit and wine tasting. Meet your guide at the Basilica of San Domenico in Siena and hop into a tuk-tuk. Drive up and down the Tuscan hills and stop at a local winery. Take a guided tour of the winery and learn about the wine-making process. Then, sample a selection of Chianti Classico wines. Afterward, return to Siena and be dropped off at the meeting point. Our tuk tuk equipped with 4 comfortable seats, 100% green, electric and silent. The ideal means for a green, immersive and authentic tour.

Explore Siena's rich history, culture, and traditions with a local guide. The tour is designed to show you Siena's most intriguing sites in a short period, with plenty of stops for photos along the way. Start the tour with a visit to some of the city’s most significant sites including the Piazza del Campo, Palazzo Publicco, Palazzo Tolomei, Palazzo Salimbeni, and the ancient Banchi di Sopra. Upon exploring, learn which buildings hold UNESCO World Heritage-listed status and why. Continue the tour to the Basilica of San Domenico, which is home to Saint Catherine's relics. Next, stop by the Sanctuary of St. Catherine of Siena, where she once lived with her family. Pass by the Baptistery and the Siena Cathedral (or the Duomo di Siena), and head inside for a closer look (if the optional guided tour option is booked). Inside, admire the array of works of art from some of Italy’s most important artists. 

Discover our winery and learn about its history on a guided tour. You will explore our vineyards and out private cellars, At the end you will experience our wines. The winery was founded in 1950 by Silvio Nardi, who had fallen in love with Casale del Bosco. Located on the north-west side and immersed in the woods, the estate was and still remains an oasis of peace and splendid views. In 1958 the first bottle of Brunello “Casale del Bosco” was released on market. The love for Montalcino and the passion for its generous fruits led Silvio Nardi to acquire another estate in 1962 on the south-east side of the appellation. Manachiara with its different and complementary characteristics to those of Casale del Bosco, adds richness and elegance to the wines. In 1967 Tenute Silvio Nardi was one of the 17 wineries that founded “Consorzio del Brunello”, a free association of Montalcino producers, aimed at safeguarding the typicality and uniqueness of what that would become the first Italian wine to receive the DOCG in 1980. Today Tenute Silvio Nardi continues to carry forward that message of uncompromising quality that has been distinguished it since its foundation.

Your journey through Siena begins at the imposing Basilica of San Domenico, a Gothic treasure that houses the relics of Saint Catherine, the city’s most revered figure. Here, you’ll learn about her life, her deep connection to Siena, and her extraordinary spiritual legacy. From there, we head to Piazza Salimbeni, framed by elegant palaces that once belonged to powerful banking families. This square tells the story of Siena’s financial power in the Middle Ages and the birth of the world’s oldest surviving bank. We continue along the Corso, the city’s main street, where medieval history blends with vibrant local life. As we walk, you’ll hear stories of merchants, pilgrims, and timeless traditions that still shape Siena’s character. Our next stop is Piazza del Duomo, one of the city’s most impressive squares. From here, you’ll admire the Cathedral’s richly decorated façade and learn about the ambition and artistic heritage that made it a symbol of civic pride. The tour concludes in Piazza del Campo, the iconic heart of Siena. Its unique shell shape and harmonious architecture make it the perfect stage for the Palio, the city’s legendary horse race. You’ll explore the world of the contrade, the rival districts whose passion and traditions are woven into the fabric of Sienese life. This is a private walking tour, which means you’ll explore the city at your own pace, without crowds or rush. You’ll have the full attention of a licensed tour guide and archaeologist, with time to ask questions, take photos, and engage deeply with the places you visit. If you have specific interests, the itinerary can be adjusted to suit you, making your experience even more personal and memorable. This is more than a tour—it’s your encounter with the true soul of Siena.

Enjoy a full-day journey from Rome, through the Chianti hills, to visit the cities of Siena and San Gimignano. Siena, a beautiful medieval city in Italy. You will visit the heart of Siena and the central square known as “Piazza del Campo”, known worldwide for the famous “Palio”, a horse race twice around the square in a medieval style every summer. Siena is famous not only for its wine but also for its sweets: the “Panpepato”, “Panforte”, “Ricciarelli”. Stop for a good Italian coffee and taste a typical sweet of Siena. Continuation to San Gimignano, a Unesco World Heritage Site, known as “The City of the Hundred Towers” and it still maintains its original features and timeless charm. Furthermore, the name ‘San Gimignano’ is linked to one of the most historical Tuscan wines:” La Vernaccia di San Gimignano”. Arriving in San Gimignano you will explore its charming medieval streets, visit the old center of this wonderful city where the famous Chianti wine is produced. Stop for a wine tasting and local products in a beautiful wine cellar: 10 different types of wine, then visit the estate and learn about the processing of the grapes. Lunch at the restaurant of the estate.

Commence your journey at the iconic Piazza del Campo, immersing yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Siena's renowned square. Delve into the city's history at Palazzo Pubblico, an architectural marvel serving as the seat of governance. Meander through historic streets, passing Palazzo Tolomei and Palazzo Salimbeni, both UNESCO-listed treasures. Continue to the Basilica of San Domenico, housing the relics of Saint Catherine, before a visit to the Sanctuary of St. Catherine of Siena. Admire the Baptistery and opt for a guided tour of the awe-inspiring Siena Cathedral, adorned with masterpieces of Italian artistry.

Enjoy a full-day journey from Rome, through the Chianti hills, to visit the cities of Siena and San Gimignano. Siena is a beautiful medieval city in Italy, you will visit the heart of city and the central square, “Piazza del Campo” where the famous Palio takes place, a medieval-style horse race. Siena is famous for its wine but and for its sweets: the “Panpepato”, “Panforte”, “Ricciarelli”. take a break for a good Italian coffee and taste a typical sweet of Siena. Continuation to San Gimignano, a Unesco World Heritage Site, is known as “The City of the Hundred Towers” and it still maintains its original features and timeless charm. Furthermore, the name ‘San Gimignano’ is linked to one of the most historical Tuscan wines:” La Vernaccia di San Gimignano”. Arriving in San Gimignano you will explore its charming medieval streets, visit the old center of this wonderful city where the famous Chianti wine is produced. Stop for a tasting of wines and local products in a beautiful cellar. You will visit the estate and the cellars where wine production and grape processing takes place. the tasting includes 10 different types of wine and a lunch based on typical local products.