Siena Duomo: What You Cannot Miss

# Siena Duomo: What You Cannot Miss

Siena's cathedral is one of Italy's most extraordinary, packed into a footprint smaller than Florence's Duomo.

Key facts

• Floor: 56 marble inlay panels, only fully uncovered August-October. Worth timing your visit if possible.
• Piccolomini Library: Pinturicchio frescoes in a hidden side room. Do not skip.
• Crypt and baptistery: separate entrances, included in the OPA Si Pass.
• Facade: spend 5 minutes outside before going in. Sunset light on the marble is incredible.
• Dress code: shoulders and knees covered. Scarves available at the door.

What I tell visitors

Buy tickets online, especially the OPA Si Pass that covers everything. Full breakdown in our Siena Duomo tickets guide.

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Final word

Whatever brings you to Siena — food, the Palio, the Tuscan countryside — slow down. The city repays attention. If you have a tip to add or a correction, write us at redazione@visitsienaguide.it.