Siena Cathedral Private Tour: Explore Unfinished Italian Art and Architecture

Discover the captivating history and unfinished beauty of Siena Cathedral on a private tour. Marvel at the intricate marble floor, Michelangelo’s statues, and stunning frescoes by Pinturicchio and Raffaello.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Duomo di Siena - You will meet the guide in front of the Cathedral’s facade, at the central bronze portal.
    The guide will introduce you this magnificent church from the outside and then you will discover her beauties from the inside.
What's Included
  • Explore Siena Cathedral’s floor and Piccolomini Library
  • Admire masterpieces by Michelangelo, Donatello, and Bernini
  • Skip-the-line access to the cathedral
  • Exclusive 2-hour private tour with a local guide
  • Comprehensive interior and exterior tour of the cathedral
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees
Additional Information

The grand Siena Cathedral towers over Piazza Duomo and is where your tour kicks off. Following an introductory conversation about the intricate façade adorned with statues that represent philosophers, prophets, and sibyls as if they are in a conversation, your guide will narrate the tale of why this Cathedral remains incomplete. As the tour progresses…

Location
Complesso Museale di Santa Maria della Scala
Piazza del Duomo
Departure Point: in front of the facade at the central bronze portal Address: Siena, Piazza del Duomo, 1 Return point: Tour ends inside the Cathedral
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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S3286wekatiap
May 13, 2025
Siena as I had never seen it thanks to Ludovica guide by gets your tour - Our guide Ludovica was very kind in respecting our times, she very prepared put passion into explaining things without ever getting bored I found excellent her way of exposing the explanations and I must say that I managed to memorize a lot (which is not always obvious) I would say great experience to recommend certainly!!
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Giuseppeku
May 13, 2025
Spectacular tour - Beautiful city but that could not be visited except with a guide that we called wonderful. Thank you Ludovica for making us appreciate the wonders of this city. Very useful signs for parking, excellent starting point and the visit seemed adequate to our needs..... On the tour of high quality.... Highly recommended.l
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Nancy_g
May 2, 2025
Highly recommended - Very knowledgable guide and great tour of the winemaking process, all with a wonderful Tuscan lunch!
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Eldean_b
Apr 19, 2025
It is so perfectly done... - It is so perfectly done and personal. Luda has a vath knowledge of the area and its history. Amazing!!
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Gina
Nov 22, 2024
Book tour with Sabrina. - Our tour guide, Sabrina, was fabulous. She was extremely knowledgeable about the Duomo and Siena. In addition to what was on the itinerary given we had bought the expansive entrance ticket she also took us into the Crypt. After we were done with the Duomo she showed us the church where they bless the horse for Palio in her Owl neighborhood, where community food gets served and the race museum. She also took us into a local bakery and helped us buy desserts. She truly cared and loves what she does and was so enthusiastic to show off her city!!!
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Iris_g
Oct 19, 2024
Unforgettable Siena Cathedral! - Visiting Siena Cathedral was one of the best experiences in our lives! Our fantastic tour guide made this trip unforgettable! Ludovica we learned so much about Siena art and culture and every detail in the Cathedral because of you! Thank you for your excellent guidance your professionalism and your friendly words!
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Andrea_c
Oct 14, 2024
Visit at the cathedral - Anna has been the best guide, knowing everything on Siena, art and history. Available to any question we might have, she even extended for free the visit for more then 1 hour, compensating a long cue we had to endure for entering the cathedral.
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Cynthia_s
Oct 13, 2024
We loved this private tour very much. - What a wonderful experience this was to have tour guide that is an expert in art history as well as in religion. We certainly appreciate this tour because we got so much more out of it compared to if we went through the duomo on our own or with a large group. We loved it.
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David_s
Sep 8, 2024
World class experience - recommended unreservedly! - Ludovica is simply an outstanding guide. Her passion depth and breadth of knowledge were a privilege to experience.
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Joanne_b
May 29, 2023
Must see - Our tour guide was incredible! She was extremely knowledgeable and helpful! Seeing the Duomo was magnificent, especially with our tour guides deep understanding of the history and significance of the church.
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From $32
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).