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Siena Private Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems with a Local

New To The Site! Siena, Italy

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2 to 6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

This walking tour offers a truly local take on Siena, far beyond the postcard views. With your host, you’ll explore hidden chapels, medieval backstreets, peaceful gardens, and the living traditions of the Palio and contrade. Whether you're tracing the path of a district rivalry, admiring Gothic architecture, or sipping wine in a tucked-away enoteca, this is your chance to explore like a local, not a tourist.

After booking, you’ll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests and travel style. Based on your responses, you’ll be matched with a like-minded host who will contact you directly to suggest a personalized itinerary. You’ll agree on a meeting point and time, and your route can adapt throughout the day based on what captures your interest.

What's Included

  • Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations.
  • Flexible durations and start times—choose your preferred time when booking
  • Pre-tour questionnaire to tailor the experience to your preferences
  • Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
  • Gratuities (optional)
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Meeting and Pickup

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When booking, please select your preferred meeting point from the list provided—either your hotel (if it's listed) or the central landmark.If your hotel isn’t on the list, simply select the central landmark option.Once you’ve booked, our Experience Planners will get in touch to confirm the meeting point and help with any final details to ensure a smooth and enjoyable start to your personalized tour.NO private vehicle is included, this is a private walking experience.. For longer distances, your host may suggest using public transport. Any transport costs can be settled on the day.

What To Expect

Siena (Pass By)

See Siena through the eyes of someone who lives and loves it—wandering quiet lanes, historic squares, neighborhood fountains, and hidden altars. This isn’t a scripted tour; it’s a flexible, personalized experience shaped around you. Before your walk, your host will reach out with a short questionnaire to understand your interests—whether you're drawn to sacred art, medieval architecture, local food, or peaceful viewpoints. Here are some places you might explore:
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Piazza del Campo (Pass By)

Begin in Siena’s dramatic, shell-shaped square—home to the Palio horse race and centuries of civic life. Your host will share how this iconic space captures the spirit, rivalry, and unity of Siena’s historic districts.
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Fonte Gaia (Pass By)

Pause at this ornate Renaissance fountain, where sculpted panels once celebrated abundance and innovation. In a hilltop city, Fonte Gaia is more than a monument—it’s a symbol of survival, pride, and ingenuity.
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Fontebranda (Pass By)

One of Siena’s oldest and most atmospheric fountains. Surrounded by medieval stone and arches, it tells a story of water, survival, and the wool guild that once ruled the area.
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Via di Citta (Pass By)

Stroll this refined historic street where artisan boutiques and daily life flow side by side. As locals linger over coffee, your host will share how the street links the city’s political and cultural heart.
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Basilica Cateriniana San Domenico (Pass By)

Step into this solemn 13th-century church, where relics of Saint Catherine offer a powerful glimpse into devotion, mysticism, and Siena’s spiritual identity.
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Orto de pecci (Pass By)

Leave the cobblestones behind for this tranquil medieval garden just beyond the city walls. Chickens roam, herbs flourish, and Siena’s bustle fades into birdsong—offering a perfect place to pause and reflect.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
  • Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Siena Private Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems with a Local?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations.
  • Flexible durations and start times—choose your preferred time when booking
  • Pre-tour questionnaire to tailor the experience to your preferences
  • Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
  • Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
  • Gratuities (optional)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • After booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
  • This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
  • Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Free Cancellation

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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