Visiting Siena in July

# Visiting Siena in July

July is the most intense month: heat, crowds, and the first Palio on July 2.

Key facts

• Weather: 18-32°C, often hot.
• Palio: July 2 (Provenzano). Practice runs June 29-July 1.
• Crowds: maximum during Palio week.
• Outside Palio week, manageable. Hotels expensive.
• Strategy: visit before June 28 or after July 6 for fewer crowds.

What I tell visitors

Palio is unique, but if you don't want the crowds, plan around it. See our Palio guide.

Related guides

• Walk
• Where To Eat
• Palio

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.