Siena's main square is famous for its shell shape and the Torre del Mangia. It is the heart of the city and a great place to relax, stroll and admire the architecture.
This museum houses an extensive collection of art and historical objects, including works by great Sienese artists such as Duccio di Buoninsegna and Simone Martini.
Siena Cathedral, or the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. You can visit the cathedral and admire its frescoes, mosaics and inlaid floor.
This medieval palace houses the Museo Civico, but is also famous for the Sala del Mappamondo, decorated with frescoes by Simone Martini and Ambrogio Lorenzetti.
If you visit Siena during the right times (July 2 and August 16), you may be lucky enough to witness this famous horse race in the Piazza del Campo, which is a centuries-old tradition.