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Siena's top instagrammable spots

Embark on a photographic journey through the enchanting city of Siena. Our collection spotlights the most Instagram-worthy locations where the rich history, stunning architecture, and picturesque streets provide the perfect backdrop for your snapshots. From the grandeur of illustrious landmarks to the hidden gems tucked away in its winding alleys, this guide ensures you capture the essence of Siena's timeless beauty.

Piazza del Campo
Piazza del Campo

Siena, Italy

Iconic shell-shaped town square known for hosting the Palio horse race

Siena Cathedral
Siena Cathedral

Siena, Italy

A breathtaking medieval church with exquisite facade detailing and a magnificent interior

Torre del Mangia
Torre del Mangia

Siena, Italy

Historical tower offering panoramic views of Siena and the surrounding Tuscan landscape

Palazzo Pubblico
Palazzo Pubblico

Siena, Italy

Striking gothic palace serving as the town hall, housing frescoes and civic museums

Fonte Gaia
Fonte Gaia

Siena, Italy

Elegant white marble fountain located in the Piazza del Campo

Basilica of San Domenico
Basilica of San Domenico

Siena, Italy

A vast religious complex known for its storied past and striking art pieces

Facciatone
Facciatone

Siena, Italy

Sweeping views of Siena await atop this unfinished facade of the New Cathedral

Fortezza Medicea
Fortezza Medicea

Siena, Italy

Renaissance fortress offering striking views and a taste of Siena’s historical military significance

Via di Città
Via di Città

Siena, Italy

Charming street rich in history, lined with shops and cafes, ideal for leisurely strolls

Loggia della Mercanzia
Loggia della Mercanzia

Siena, Italy

Historical loggia showcasing exquisite Gothic-Renaissance architecture

Pinacoteca Nazionale
Pinacoteca Nazionale

Siena, Italy

Art museum hosting an impressive collection of Sienese paintings and masterpieces

Biblioteca Piccolomini
Biblioteca Piccolomini

Siena, Italy

Exquisite library within the Siena Cathedral, home to a significant collection of illuminated manuscripts

Palazzo Salimbeni
Palazzo Salimbeni

Siena, Italy

Historic palace with a notable tripartite facade, currently housing the headquarters of a major bank

Cripta del Duomo di Siena
Cripta del Duomo di Siena

Siena, Italy

An underground crypt with vibrant medieval frescoes beneath the Siena Cathedral

Palazzo Chigi-Saracini
Palazzo Chigi-Saracini

Siena, Italy

A historical palace that is home to a prestigious music academy and magnificent interiors

Sanctuary of Santa Caterina
Sanctuary of Santa Caterina

Siena, Italy

Part of a network of small religious museums, this sanctuary was birthplace of St. Catherine

Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena

Siena, Italy

World's oldest bank, housed in a palatial building with impressive architecture

Battistero di San Giovanni
Battistero di San Giovanni

Siena, Italy

A splendid baptistery boasting an exquisite marble font and frescoed chapel

Porta Romana
Porta Romana

Siena, Italy

Ancient gate offering insight into the medieval walls that once encircled Siena

Fontebranda
Fontebranda

Siena, Italy

Historical fountain near Basilica di San Domenico, one of the oldest in Siena

Palazzo delle Papesse Contemporary Art Center
Palazzo delle Papesse Contemporary Art Center

Siena, Italy

Contemporary art center hosting exhibitions, workshops, and cultural events in a former palace

Palazzo Buonsignori
Palazzo Buonsignori

Siena, Italy

Renaissance palace that provides an eloquent photographic backdrop with its richly decorated facade.

Casa di Santa Caterina
Casa di Santa Caterina

Siena, Italy

The birthplace of St. Catherine of Siena, offering intimate views into Sienese history.

Piazza Salimbeni
Piazza Salimbeni

Siena, Italy

A striking square surrounded by historic buildings, perfect for architectural shots.

Eremo di Lecceto
Eremo di Lecceto

Siena, Italy

Secluded hermitage surrounded by forest, ideal for photographers looking for tranquil nature scenes.

Necropoli Etrusca di Malignano
Necropoli Etrusca di Malignano

Sevicille, Italy

Ancient Etruscan necropolis providing a hauntingly beautiful photography location.

Villa di Geggiano
Villa di Geggiano

Siena, Italy

A beautifully preserved villa with classic Tuscan architecture and formal gardens.

Parco Sculture del Chianti
Parco Sculture del Chianti

Siena, Italy

Outdoor sculpture park blending contemporary art with the natural Tuscan landscape.

Orto Botanico dell'Università di Siena
Orto Botanico dell'Università di Siena

Siena, Italy

Historic botanical garden dating back to the 16th century offering a green oasis perfect for nature photography.

Osservatorio Astronomico Universitario di Siena
Osservatorio Astronomico Universitario di Siena

Siena, Italy

University observatory providing a unique location for stargazing photographs.

Porta Tufi
Porta Tufi

Siena, Italy

One of the well-preserved medieval gates with a striking presence leading into the city.

Fortress of Santa Barbara
Fortress of Santa Barbara

Siena, Italy

Hidden gem offering an amazing panoramic view of Siena and its surroundings.

Piazza del Campo Iconic shell-shaped town square known for hosting the Palio horse race

Piazza del Campo
Piazza del Campo Iconic shell-shaped town square known for hosting the Palio horse race
Siena Cathedral A breathtaking medieval church with exquisite facade detailing and a magnificent interior

Siena Cathedral
Siena Cathedral A breathtaking medieval church with exquisite facade detailing and a magnificent interior
Torre del Mangia Historical tower offering panoramic views of Siena and the surrounding Tuscan landscape

Torre del Mangia
Torre del Mangia Historical tower offering panoramic views of Siena and the surrounding Tuscan landscape
Palazzo Pubblico Striking gothic palace serving as the town hall, housing frescoes and civic museums

Palazzo Pubblico
Palazzo Pubblico Striking gothic palace serving as the town hall, housing frescoes and civic museums
Fonte Gaia Elegant white marble fountain located in the Piazza del Campo

Fonte Gaia
Fonte Gaia Elegant white marble fountain located in the Piazza del Campo
Basilica of San Domenico A vast religious complex known for its storied past and striking art pieces

Basilica of San Domenico
Basilica of San Domenico A vast religious complex known for its storied past and striking art pieces
Facciatone Sweeping views of Siena await atop this unfinished facade of the New Cathedral

Facciatone
Facciatone Sweeping views of Siena await atop this unfinished facade of the New Cathedral
Fortezza Medicea Renaissance fortress offering striking views and a taste of Siena’s historical military significance

Fortezza Medicea
Fortezza Medicea Renaissance fortress offering striking views and a taste of Siena’s historical military significance
Via di Città Charming street rich in history, lined with shops and cafes, ideal for leisurely strolls

Via di Città
Via di Città Charming street rich in history, lined with shops and cafes, ideal for leisurely strolls
Loggia della Mercanzia Historical loggia showcasing exquisite Gothic-Renaissance architecture

Loggia della Mercanzia
Loggia della Mercanzia Historical loggia showcasing exquisite Gothic-Renaissance architecture
Pinacoteca Nazionale Art museum hosting an impressive collection of Sienese paintings and masterpieces

Pinacoteca Nazionale
Pinacoteca Nazionale Art museum hosting an impressive collection of Sienese paintings and masterpieces
Biblioteca Piccolomini Exquisite library within the Siena Cathedral, home to a significant collection of illuminated manuscripts

Biblioteca Piccolomini
Biblioteca Piccolomini Exquisite library within the Siena Cathedral, home to a significant collection of illuminated manuscripts
Palazzo Salimbeni Historic palace with a notable tripartite facade, currently housing the headquarters of a major bank

Palazzo Salimbeni
Palazzo Salimbeni Historic palace with a notable tripartite facade, currently housing the headquarters of a major bank
Cripta del Duomo di Siena An underground crypt with vibrant medieval frescoes beneath the Siena Cathedral

Cripta del Duomo di Siena
Cripta del Duomo di Siena An underground crypt with vibrant medieval frescoes beneath the Siena Cathedral
Palazzo Chigi-Saracini A historical palace that is home to a prestigious music academy and magnificent interiors

Palazzo Chigi-Saracini
Palazzo Chigi-Saracini A historical palace that is home to a prestigious music academy and magnificent interiors
Sanctuary of Santa Caterina Part of a network of small religious museums, this sanctuary was birthplace of St. Catherine

Sanctuary of Santa Caterina
Sanctuary of Santa Caterina Part of a network of small religious museums, this sanctuary was birthplace of St. Catherine
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena World's oldest bank, housed in a palatial building with impressive architecture

Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena World's oldest bank, housed in a palatial building with impressive architecture
Battistero di San Giovanni A splendid baptistery boasting an exquisite marble font and frescoed chapel

Battistero di San Giovanni
Battistero di San Giovanni A splendid baptistery boasting an exquisite marble font and frescoed chapel
Porta Romana Ancient gate offering insight into the medieval walls that once encircled Siena

Porta Romana
Porta Romana Ancient gate offering insight into the medieval walls that once encircled Siena
Fontebranda Historical fountain near Basilica di San Domenico, one of the oldest in Siena

Fontebranda
Fontebranda Historical fountain near Basilica di San Domenico, one of the oldest in Siena
Palazzo delle Papesse Contemporary Art Center Contemporary art center hosting exhibitions, workshops, and cultural events in a former palace

Palazzo delle Papesse Contemporary Art Center
Palazzo delle Papesse Contemporary Art Center Contemporary art center hosting exhibitions, workshops, and cultural events in a former palace
Palazzo Buonsignori Renaissance palace that provides an eloquent photographic backdrop with its richly decorated facade.

Palazzo Buonsignori
Palazzo Buonsignori Renaissance palace that provides an eloquent photographic backdrop with its richly decorated facade.
Casa di Santa Caterina The birthplace of St. Catherine of Siena, offering intimate views into Sienese history.

Casa di Santa Caterina
Casa di Santa Caterina The birthplace of St. Catherine of Siena, offering intimate views into Sienese history.
Piazza Salimbeni A striking square surrounded by historic buildings, perfect for architectural shots.

Piazza Salimbeni
Piazza Salimbeni A striking square surrounded by historic buildings, perfect for architectural shots.
Eremo di Lecceto Secluded hermitage surrounded by forest, ideal for photographers looking for tranquil nature scenes.

Eremo di Lecceto
Eremo di Lecceto Secluded hermitage surrounded by forest, ideal for photographers looking for tranquil nature scenes.
Necropoli Etrusca di Malignano Ancient Etruscan necropolis providing a hauntingly beautiful photography location.

Necropoli Etrusca di Malignano
Necropoli Etrusca di Malignano Ancient Etruscan necropolis providing a hauntingly beautiful photography location.
Villa di Geggiano A beautifully preserved villa with classic Tuscan architecture and formal gardens.

Villa di Geggiano
Villa di Geggiano A beautifully preserved villa with classic Tuscan architecture and formal gardens.
Parco Sculture del Chianti Outdoor sculpture park blending contemporary art with the natural Tuscan landscape.

Parco Sculture del Chianti
Parco Sculture del Chianti Outdoor sculpture park blending contemporary art with the natural Tuscan landscape.
Orto Botanico dell'Università di Siena Historic botanical garden dating back to the 16th century offering a green oasis perfect for nature photography.

Orto Botanico dell'Università di Siena
Orto Botanico dell'Università di Siena Historic botanical garden dating back to the 16th century offering a green oasis perfect for nature photography.
Osservatorio Astronomico Universitario di Siena University observatory providing a unique location for stargazing photographs.

Osservatorio Astronomico Universitario di Siena
Osservatorio Astronomico Universitario di Siena University observatory providing a unique location for stargazing photographs.
Porta Tufi One of the well-preserved medieval gates with a striking presence leading into the city.

Porta Tufi
Porta Tufi One of the well-preserved medieval gates with a striking presence leading into the city.
Fortress of Santa Barbara Hidden gem offering an amazing panoramic view of Siena and its surroundings.

Fortress of Santa Barbara
Fortress of Santa Barbara Hidden gem offering an amazing panoramic view of Siena and its surroundings.