Piazza del Campo, Siena

Home to the historic and breathtaking Palio di Siena, the Piazza del Campo is a magnificent public square in the center of Siena. A great place to sit back, relax, and marvel at the incredible Torre del Mangia. For the best view of Siena, climb the 88 meters (289 feet) to the top of the nearly 700 year old tower. Either way, the Piazza is a required stop during any visit to Tuscany.

Category
Culture
Sustainability factor
Education, Local
Must do
Plan your dates carefully and you might be able to get a first-hand view of the breathtaking Palio di Siena. The race is held on July 2nd and August 16th, every year.
Details
  • As a public space, the Piazza del Campo is open all day, every day (except during the Palio, of course)
  • The Torre del Mangia is open every day from 10am-7pm from March 1st to October 15th, 10am-4pm from October 16th to the end of February
  • Admission to the Torre del Mangia is 7 euros, 12 euros with a visit to the Civic Museum
Price
($) The Piazza is free, while the Torre del Mangia costs about $8
Website
http://www.comune.siena.it/