Siena Cathedral & Piccolomini Library: Entry Ticket

One of Italy's most important buildings

★ 4.5 · 1,042 ratingsFlexible visit

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A large, ornate Gothic cathedral with a striped bell tower under a blue sky. Tourists and vendors are visible in front.

Large Gothic cathedral with ornate facade, tall striped bell tower, and people walking in front, set against a bright blue sky.

Ornate cathedral interior with tall, striped columns, intricate ceiling arches, and detailed frescoes above an elaborate altar.

Intricately decorated domed ceiling with ornate gold accents and stained glass windows, viewed from directly below.

Facade of a Gothic cathedral with ornate details, three large doors, and a rose window. Crowds stand at the entrance.

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DurationFlexible visit

LocationSiena

AccessibilityWheelchair accessible

Venue hours

Opening times

Venue hours and ticket availability are checked separately.

Only Cathedral

Today · Fri, Jul 31: 09:30 – 19:00
Sat, Aug 1: 10:00 – 19:00
Sun, Aug 2: 13:30 – 18:30
Mon, Aug 3: 10:00 – 19:00
Tue, Aug 4: 10:00 – 19:00
Wed, Aug 5: 10:30 – 17:30
Thu, Aug 6: 10:30 – 17:30

Local time · Europe/Rome

The experience

One of Italy's most important buildings

Enter one of Italy's most important Roman-Gothic style buildings - the magical Cathedral of Siena - and marvel at the frescoes by Donatello, Michelangelo, and Pinturicchio. See the Piccolomini Library and don't forget to check out the floor. It's made of 56 panels of inlaid marble mosaics and is one sight you won't forget.

What’s included

Entry to Siena Cathedral
Entry to the Piccolomini Library (when available)
Digital audio guide
Booking and handling costs

Not included

Entry to the Museo dell'Opera, Panorama, Crypt, and Baptistery
Guided tour

Where to go

Cathedral of Siena Complex

8,Piazza del Duomo

View meeting point mapLocal timezone: Europe/Rome

Before you book

Important visitor information

Must know

You will be able to access the cathedral at the first available timeslot

Dress code strictly enforced; see Additional Info

An ID card is required for the free ticket

The cathedral floor will be fully uncovered from 27 June to 31 July and from 19 August to 15 November 2026

Before purchase

Discounted tickets available for kids aged 0-7, residents of Siena, disabled visitors + one carer, members of the clergy, and students enrolled at the University of Siena

Good to know

Dress code (for all genders):

Shoulders and knees must be covered

No clothing with holes, rips, or tears

No sunglasses or hats worn inside

How to use

Swap your smartphone voucher for a paper ticket at the following meeting point:

*Visitor Center "Dear Guests"**

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