Sights · Our pick in Tuscany
Santa Maria della Scala
A medieval hospital
About Santa Maria della Scala
Santa Maria della Scala was one of Europe’s oldest hospitals; its frescoed wards and underground spaces are now a museum complex.
Why it's on our list
- Frescoed wards
- Opposite the cathedral
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Santa Maria della Scala before you go.
Hotels nearby
The closest hotels in our guide to Santa Maria della Scala, as the crow flies.
- Hotel Duomo Siena150 m2 min walk
- Grand Hotel Continental Siena450 m6 min walk
What’s nearby
Distances from Santa Maria della Scala are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- Piazza del Campo, Siena300 mWalk 4 minCycle 1 minCar or taxi 5 min