San Donato

San Donato is a Romanesque church in Siena with a facade of stone and brick decorated with a marble rose window that blends medieval and Romanesque architectural elements. The building stands near the former offices of Monte de Paschi di Siena on Piazza dell'Abbadia.

The building was originally founded as San Michele in Poggio in 1119 and later renamed. In 1683 the Carmelite Order took control and carried out extensive reconstruction.

The church is named after Saint Donatus and displays several paintings inside, including five works by Antonio Nasini showing scenes from the life of Saint Theresa of Avila. These artworks shape the visual character of the space and reflect the religious devotion practiced here.

The church can be accessed during opening hours daily, and the building is located in a central spot that is easy to reach on foot. Visitors should note that services or private events may affect access.

The main altar holds two marble angels created by Giuseppe Mazzuoli, while Luigi Ademollo painted the apse frescoes in 1794. These two artistic works show different phases of artistic decoration spanning centuries.

Location: Siena

Inception: 15 century

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 43.32189,11.33149

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:15