Free Tour of Siena: A Different Way to Explore the City
Exploring Siena isn’t just about strolling through its medieval streets or admiring its historic squares—it’s about immersing yourself in a city where time seems to have stood still and every corner holds centuries of history. With this free tour, we invite you to discover Siena from an intimate and dynamic perspective, where every stop is put into context and every explanation adds value to your visit.
Accompanied by a local guide, you’ll learn how Siena became one of the most important cities in medieval Italy, rivaling Florence and developing a unique identity shaped by its traditions and urban layout. During the tour, you’ll discover its historical legacy, its organization into contradas, and the elements that define its character today. All of this is explained in an engaging way, combining history, interesting facts, and details that often go unnoticed.
This tour is designed for both first-time visitors to Siena and those who want to delve deeper into its history and understand what makes this Italian city unique.
What makes this free tour special?
“The 7 Secrets” are our special way of adding a touch of mystery and excitement to our free tours. Throughout the tour, you’ll discover seven unique stories—including anecdotes, fun facts, and little-known tales—that don’t usually appear in traditional guidebooks.
If you want to know more about why the 7 Secrets, click here to find out.
In addition, this free tour takes you to the main sights of the historic center, such as Piazza del Campo, Siena’s Duomo, and the Palazzo Pubblico, with clear and engaging explanations that will help you understand Siena and its history.
You’ll discover a city shaped by its medieval past, its artistic splendor, and its strong cultural identity, reflected in traditions like the Palio. All of this is accompanied by useful recommendations and insights into local life, making it an ideal way to get a comprehensive first impression and make the most of your visit.
Everything You Need to Know
How Does a Freetour Work?
A freetour is a guided tour with no set price; at the end of the tour, each participant decides how much to contribute based on their satisfaction.
This allows you to enjoy a high-quality experience with no upfront commitment, accessible to all types of travelers.
On our Free Tours: The 7 Secrets, you’ll discover the city alongside professional guides who’ll share stories, anecdotes, and interesting facts.
It’s an ideal way to learn about the history, culture, and essence of each destination in an intimate and entertaining way.
Booking is free, but at the end of the tour, each participant decides how much to contribute based on their satisfaction.
The typical contribution usually ranges from 10 to 20 euros.
Why “The 7 Secrets”?
We’re called “The 7 Secrets” because our mission is to help you discover what isn’t always visible at first glance. In each city, we select stories, places, and interesting facts that offer a different perspective on the destination.
Beyond the secrets themselves, we design our tours to be filled with anecdotes, historical context, and details that enrich each stop. All of this is explained in a dynamic way, so the experience is both educational and entertaining.
We like to think that every traveler doesn’t just take a guided tour, but leaves with a new way of understanding the city, with memories that go beyond what’s visible.
Tours with Professional Guides
All our tours and freetours are led by professional guides, following European quality standards.
We combine historical accuracy, energy, and entertainment on every tour.
Benefits of a freetour
- No fixed price: you decide how much to pay at the end based on your experience
- Affordable for all budgets
- Passionate guides who make the tour dynamic and entertaining
- Ideal for getting a first taste of Siena
- Social atmosphere: meet other travelers during the tour
- Comprehensive tours covering the city’s main points of interest
Who Are We?
We’re a team of guides passionate about history and culture, with years of experience creating dynamic and entertaining tours.
Our mission is to turn every tour into a memorable experience, where every traveler can discover the city in an intimate and authentic way.
We believe that a good tour should not only inform, but also surprise and provide context.
That’s why, on every tour, we combine history, interesting facts, and details that help you better understand each city’s identity.
If you’d like to learn more about our team and our story, we invite you to discover who we are.