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Private tour in Siena Simonida M
Siena walking tour
4.9
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2 hours
30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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Simonida M.
4.9
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Hello everyone and thank you for visiting my profile on ToursbyLocals! My name is Simonida. I'm living in Florence for 20 years. I have degrees at the Conservatory of music and Art history. I'm a professional opera singer, teacher of music and became a fully licensed tourist guide 7 years ago. I want to share with people the beauty of Tuscany and Florence. Florence is rich with culture events like famous festival Maggio musicale fiorentino, Florentine summer festival, concerts in the city museums and other events. Tuscany is the birth land of Giacomo Puccini. In his beloved small village "Torre del Lago" each summer is Puccini's opera festival where you can enjoy the most famous titles of his operas. I would like to show you this music life of Florence and Tuscany together with beautiful museums of Academia and Uffizi gallery. If you would like to admire Florence from on high, I would be glad to show you the most interesting and beautiful city's hotel rooftop terraces. After visiting museums and historical centre, we can cool down in the light summer wind and sip a cocktail over aperitivo, or just relax in front of some of the best panoramic views over the town. I propose myself to organize the private short excursions in Chianti with vine tasting and let you discover the most breathtaking Tuscany landscape. Welcome in Tuscany, the land of Art and Wine and in one of the most romantic city of the world, Florence Master in Conservatory of music in Florence: opera singing,chamber music; degree in art history Florence University. Master in italian language, Bologna - University. I don't have my own van,must rent it for the group of more then three persons.. I have my vehicle which is comfortable for two - three persons.
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Explore medieval alleys of Siena walking tour
Overview of your Siena tour
Siena city center is is a bunch of the steep medieval alleys surrounding the Piazza del Campo. The buildings around the magnificant square symbolize the golden age of this city between 1260 and 1348. I will show you street by street this remarkable town and introduce you to considerable history of this town. The most important monuments to see in Siena are: Piazza del Campo where you will admire from exterior, the town hall Palazzo pubblico, belltower Torre del Mangia and public fountain by Jacopo della Quercia. We will visit Cathedral of Siena, one of the most important Gothic expression of the entire Middle Ages architecture. The tour includs also the characteristic areas of the "Contrade", of the famous Palio of Siena.
Recent Reviews
Charles B.United States
Simonida provided an in-depth tour of Siena. Her knowledge of the history of Siena was amazing and presented in an interesting and approachable fashion.
Sean F.United States
Simonida was an excellent guide. It was like touring with a well-informed friend. She was engaging and adaptable. She dealt thoughtfully with our mobility restrictions (e.g. adapting routes and pace to meet our needs). She offered a wealth of information related to the history of the city, the architecture and the art. We very much enjoyed the time we spent with her and would certainly engage her again. (This review amalgamates our experience of both San Gimignano & Siena with Simonida)
Michael S.United Kingdom
Lovely guide, well informed and very well thought out tour. Nice touches like going for coffee and local biscuits. Responded to our questions so we always felt that she was keen to pass on to us her love for Siena We loved her enthusiasm and thank her for the restaurant recommendation! All in all, very well worthwhile
Louis R.United States
We really enjoyed our tour. Our guide was super friendly and very informative. She gave us in-depth information about the places we visited with very much enthusiasm. We could not have asked for a better tour. We would gladly have another tour with Simonida in the future.
Rick T.United States
Simondia was very personable. We were 1/2 hour late due to the difficult parking situation in Siena, she was still waiting for us and gracious! She is well informed and full of information about Siena and it's familia history, fascinating! Skip the museum and tour the church! The walking tour of Siena's streets was the highlight and well worth the time.
Your Siena tour itinerary
San Domenico church Salimbeni square Loggia della Mercanzia Piazza del Campo - characteristic square where the most famous horse race takes place Accademia Chigiana - an ancient medieval and Renaissance residence now home to a music academy Steets of Contrada Piazza Duomo with a visit to the cathedral at your request
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Transport details
Type: Walking / Category: Other
This is a walking tour
What's included
Private Guide
Equipment: earphones for the whole group up 5 people
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Tickets for Cathedral.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: Cathedral od Siena
Meeting location
Siena, Tuscany, 53100, Italy
In front of the church San Domenico in Siena
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Layover
History
City Highlights
Tour reference number
249497
Languages
Serbocroatian
Italian
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
4.9
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This private tour in Siena is perfect for travellers who want to explore the medieval alleys and rich history of Siena with a knowledgeable local guide. It's suitable for families, including kids, as well as seniors and those with mobility concerns, thanks to its minimal activity level and wheelchair accessibility. If you're interested in the history and architecture of Siena, this tour will provide you with deep insights into the city's past.
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2 hours
30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
Your party size
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Tour date
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2 hours
30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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Tour date
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