Sights · Our pick in Tuscany
Siena Cathedral
Striped marble and the Piccolomini Library
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About Siena Cathedral
The cathedral is run by the Opera della Metropolitana, which also opens the museum, the crypt and the Baptistery. The marble floor is uncovered only for part of the year: check the Opera’s site.
Why it's on our list
- UNESCO: Historic Centre of Siena (1995)
- Pinturicchio frescoes
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Siena Cathedral before you go.
Hotels nearby
The closest hotels in our guide to Siena Cathedral, as the crow flies.
- Hotel Duomo Siena250 m3 min walk
- Grand Hotel Continental Siena350 m5 min walk
What’s nearby
Distances from Siena Cathedral 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, Siena250 mWalk 3 minCycle 1 minCar or taxi 5 min