Siena Cathedral & Piccolomini Library Tickets with Audio Guide
Siena
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Siena
Discover Siena Cathedral and the Piccolomini Library with an audio guide, and learn about Pinturicchio’s frescoes, Bernini's dome, and more.
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The Siena Cathedral, located in Siena, Tuscany, is a magnificent Duomo that showcases some of the most important aspects of the European artistic and architectural gamut. It has grown in popularity over the years, drawing more than a million visitors each year. Head into one of the finest cathedrals in the whole of Christendom! Uncover treasure chests containing art by Michelangelo, Donatello, Nicola Pisano, and Bernini.
Nestled within the grand Siena Cathedral, the Piccolomini Library is a treasure trove of Renaissance art. Let the stunning frescoes guide your journey through history. Allow your audio guide to be your compass as you learn all about the life of Pope Pius II, depicted by Pinturicchio's frescoes.
Next, visit the Baptistry of San Giovanni, where the splendid Baptismal Font will catch your eye. Wind further down to explore the eerie Crypt, where a grandiose cycle of frescoes dating back to the 13th century will make your acquaintance. At Museo dell'Opera, discover the works of Italian artists, including Duccio di Buoninsegna's Maestà. Wind up your experience by climbing to the terrace atop the unfinished façade of the new cathedral, where you can witness unaltered views of the city and the Tuscan countryside!