Siena Walking Tour Explore the Historic Contrade and Palio Museum

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

Discover the vibrant traditions of Siena on a walking tour through its historic contrade, the city's unique neighborhoods. With a local guide, delve into the rich history and passion surrounding the Palio di Siena, a legendary horse race that embodies the spirit of the city. This two-hour journey takes you through medieval streets, revealing the ancient symbols and storied rivalries of each contrada. A highlight of the tour is exclusive access to a contrada museum, showcasing original Palio banners and traditional costumes, allowing you to connect with Siena's cultural essence like never before.

- Walk through Siena’s historic contrade with a local guide
- Learn about the Palio di Siena and its significance to locals
- Exclusive entry to a contrada museum featuring fascinating artifacts
- Perfect for culture lovers and history enthusiasts alike

What's Included

Entry into a contrada museum
Professional Guide
Monolingual guided tour of Siena

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

10:00 AM Piazza Salimbeni - in front of the Sallustio Bandini statue

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    A unique journey into the world of the Palio, including exclusive access to a Contrada Museum.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by myTour in Italy

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Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
Seasonal
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Cancellation Policy

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

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