Siena, Italy
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Siena
Located in the rolling hills of central Tuscany in Italy, Siena prides itself on its medieval centre, left virtually untouched since the days of Gothic glories. The city remains one of the best-preserved towns in all of Europe, spreading out across three hills in Tuscany. Siena even houses the saintly, home to 15th century saint, Catherine of Siena. The medieval centre clouds in churches, small museums and snaking lanes that have that UNESCO stamp of approval.
Day Trips/Events in Siena
After hiring a car in Siena, travellers now have the best means to experience the famed wine areas of Italy. Vineyards surround the city including the area where the famed Chianti wine was born. Just south of Siena, visitors will find another wine famous in the Brunello region. Florence also makes for an easy day trip from Siena.
In summer, Siena hosts one of the most unusual festivals in the world. The Palio di Siena offers weeks of parades and banquets for one short horse race.
Eating Out in Siena
The predominate cuisine in Siena is without question Italian. Pizza, pasta, and gelato cover the city. A favourite spot to dine while in town is the historic Piazza del Campo. Siena is proud of its restaurant selection, including the wealth of wines on the menu to imbibe while in the city. Siena’s proximity to some of Italy’s best wine regions makes for a good meal and drink while in town.
Things to see/do in Siena
The historical appeals of Siena are enough to warrant a visit. The centre of the city resides in Piazza del Campo. The expansive piazza slopes at an angle, filling with locals and tourists at all hours of the day. Siena’s civil and social centre rests here, serving as the former home of the Roman marketplace in town. Restaurants are dotted out and about Piazza del Campo, presenting the perfect place to sip on a cool beverage and people watch. Visitors can also frequent the many museums and churches while in town. The Casa di Santa Caterina chronicles the life of the city’s saint. Catherine was born and lived in this home. The Cathedral in town is hard to miss for its façade of white, green and red marble. It remains one of Italy’s great Gothic structures and dates back to 1215.
While cars are not allowed in the historic city centre of Siena, travellers can still get around the area with Argus Car Hire. Argus presents the best options for personal transportation while in Siena, allowing visitors to exploring the wine region surrounding the city.
Our suppliers for cheap car hire in Siena are Avis Europe and Europcar.
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