Siena Cathedral
Cathedral · Siena, Florence

Siena Cathedral

Photo: Raimond Spekking · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

It features works by artists including Donatello and Michelangelo. The floor has inlaid marble panels with biblical scenes. The Piccolomini Library holds illuminated manuscripts and frescoes by Pinturicchio.

On day 5 of Florence in 5 Days

Good to know

Tickets
Check official site for current prices
Time needed
1 to 2 hours
Best time
Early morning to avoid crowds
Getting there
Train from Florence to Siena station then local bus to the historic center

Itineraries with Siena Cathedral

Day 5 of Florence in 5 Days

Siena

How Siena Cathedral fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Piazza del CampoSiena
  2. 11:00Siena CathedralSiena
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Siena Cathedral questions

Is Siena Cathedral in Florence?

No. It stands in Siena, about 70 km south of Florence.

Do you need tickets for Siena Cathedral?

Yes. Tickets are required and can be purchased on site or online.

What is the best time to visit Siena Cathedral?

Early morning or late afternoon on weekdays.

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