Special Event Siena’s Palio Horse Race from Florence

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10 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

Participate in one of the most important events in Italy, the Palio di Siena! This biannual horse race in Siena is an electric display of Italian pageantry and Sienese pride. Your local guide will tour you around the city while explaining the origins of the famous Palio celebration before taking you to Piazza del Campo, where the historic pre-race parade and the exciting race take place.

What's Included

Dinner
Professional guide
Palio horse-race access
Walking tour of Siena city center
Transportation by bus or minibus
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet with myTour team

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Siena

    Discover the city of Siena, a medieval city with its architectural, artistic and cultural heritage. Explore the city of Palio, famous horse-race involving the various contradas (districts) of Siena.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Centro Storico Di Siena

    Visit the marvellous city centre of Siena, pass by some charming boutiques, taste some local typically produced food and wines and visit its main attraction in Piazza del Duomo: Siena's Cathedral.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
  • Piazza Salimbeni (Pass by)

    Discover the square with the worldwide known ancient bank, Monte dei Paschi di Siena, and admire the statue of the great economist and politician Sallustio Bandini.

    Admission ticket free
  • Via di Citta (Pass by)

    Walk through the main street of Siena's city center, Via di Città, and take your time to visit some boutiques and to enjoy a coffee or ice cream in a local caffetteria.

    Admission ticket free
  • Torre del Mangia (Pass by)

    Look at this remarkable tower, next to Palazzo Pubblico, overlooking the famous Piazza del Campo.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Piazza del Campo

    Enjoy the worldwide famous Palio horse-race in Piazza del Campo, one of Siena's main squares and attractions. The Palio is typically held twice a year and it is the most awaited event in Siena for its local inhabitants but not only.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
  • Palazzo Pubblico E Museo Civico (Pass by)

    Pass by Siena's municipal building, 'Palazzo Pubblico', standing in the shell-shaped square, 'Piazza del Campo'.

    Admission ticket free
  • Fonte Gaia (Pass by)

    Admire this marvellous fountain in Piazza del Campo, the famous square in the city center of Siena

    Admission ticket free
  • Duomo di Siena (Pass by)

    Be enchanted by the spectacular view of Siena Cathedral, one of the main attractions of its historic city center. If you have time, don't miss out the chance to visit its interior, decorated with frescos and sculptures by great artists from the past.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
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Culture

Cancellation Policy

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

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