Day tour to Siena and San Gimignano from Florence

7 hours
Commentary: Guide · en, de, it
Florence, Italy

About this activity

Experience a full-day tour from Florence: explore Siena's medieval wonders, iconic cathedral, and Piazza del Campo, then visit San Gimignano and taste award-winning gelato.

Highlights

  • Florence Departure Full-Day Excursion.
  • San Gimignano Medieval Towers Tour.
  • Tuscany Day Trip from Florence.
  • Guided Walking Tour of Siena.

Full description

This tour ticks off two must-sees in Tuscany's collection, Siena and San Gimignano. You'll be picked up from your accommodation in Florence and taken for a full-day tour of these two cultural hotspots.

You'll start with a walking tour of the old town of Siena. Siena Cathedral, one of Italy's most popular Romanesque-meets-Gothic churches is here, too, and you'll head inside it before heading into the city centre. In this part of Siena, the Piazza del Campo is the biggest draw. Shaped like a seashell, you'll find everything from a big water fountain to City Hall here.

Then you'll hop back on your transport and make your way to San Gimignano, which is often known as the Manhattan of the Middle Ages because of its line-up of ancient towers. You'll head to a gelateria for a chance to try some ice-cream made by a master whose creations have won international championships. When you've had your fill and looked around San Gimignano, you'll be taken back to your accommodation in Florence.

Included / Excluded

  • Private transport, either a car or van, to take you from Florence to Siena and San Gimignano
  • English-speaking driver
  • Entrance ticket (skip the line) to the Cathedral in Siena
  • Digital map with highlights of Siena and San Gimignano
  • Tips
  • Refreshments

Meeting point

Start Location

Piazza dei Cavalleggeri, 1, Piazza dei Cavalleggeri, 1, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

Important information

Know before you book

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and footwear

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Reviews

GetYourGuide
Christopher
Jul 2026
5.0

Mario was very nice and personable. He told us about the different neighborhoods and some of the history. It was a great ride because it wasn't the "tourist trap" type of ride. And when the ambulance boat passed us, he quickly turned us into the wake, keeping us safe and dry.

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Ghassan
Jul 2026
5.0

Alyssa was wonderful and very accommodating , her English is excellent and the way she explains feels it’s coming form the heart. God bless her and thank you for such a great experience

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GetYourGuide traveler
Jul 2026
1.0

This was the worst activity I booked. The guide was rude from the beginning. We understood that he wanted to wait to check on the weather but he was rude in the process. Another lady was making light of the situation telling him she understood and he was rude to her. He decided to proceed but then said they would just ride around the stand and not the actual excursion. I asked if we had the choice to be refunded as he was not acting like it was safe to proceed. When I asked about the credit he got all mad and then just said they will do the canal. Well if you’re expecting a nice ride down the canal this isn’t your tour. We entered the canal for a brief moment and then went behind it. If you’re looking for a gondola ride down the canal this isn’t it. And you don’t need to book. There are so many gondolas you can book at any time without paying the premium of a tour. This was definetly not worth the money. He was also talking about us in Italian not realizing I understood some

Additional information

Not wheelchair accessible