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Siena is a bastion of Italian culture filled with incredible Gothic architecture. Throughout the rustic streets churches with ornate spires just upwards, and otherwise plain buildings flourish with intricate window detailing or extravagant doors. This pretty shell hides a fascinating history, too, with plenty of age-old Italian traditions still persevering in the present day. Local artisans can be found tucked away down cobblestone lanes, open-air cafes sprawl out into vintage piazzas, and museums loom up on almost every corner. But Siena is also a fine example of modern Italian style, with plenty of upmarket boutiques dotting the streets and a never-ending supply of top-notch nouveau Italian restaurants bursting with contemporary flavours and Italian scents. Explore the city with our range of apartments in Siena, which bring together a traditional lifestyle and contemporary sophistication.
Keeping in line with its traditional roots, Siena accommodation is a mishmash of rustic old guesthouses and stylish hotels. The combination of old and new in the city is reflected in the accommodation, where there's something for everyone -- whether you're looking for a backstreet B&B tucked away between cosy cafes, huge luxury hotels, or a self-contained apartment.
From Renaissance churches and Gothic cathedrals to age-old museums and sprawling piazzas, Siena has a hearty dose of Italian culture around every twist and turn. You can soak it all up with our selection of Siena apartments, which are dotted around all the major landmarks in the city.
Italian food is hearty and homely, and in Siena it's no different. Throughout the streets you'll stumble across plenty of intimate, authentic restaurants serving up local flavours, as well as more modern delights that fuse together traditional Italian cuisine and international dishes.
Siena itself has a number of traditional dishes that are made from fresh ingredients in the surrounding countryside. Wild boar and hare are popular, as is pappardelle pasta and grilled meat. As you can see by these examples, Siena stays true to its Italian roots whilst offering something a little different. The local sausages are a firm favourite with locals, too, and you'll find a variety of different cheeses. Often, dinners begin with a ribollita soup and there's no shortage of liver on any menu.
For those with a sweeter tooth, Siena will not disappoint. It has spent centuries nurturing its delightful desserts, which include cantucci biscuits, Ricciarelli, Panforte, and Cavalluci. All of these can be accompanied by the local sweet wine, Vin Santo. Whilst we're on the subject of wine, Siena is home to a whole host of local varieties that stem from the vineyards in the surrounding provinces. Don't forget to try Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, Montepulciano, and Vernaccia di San Gimignano for some true Italian flavours.
Staying in one of our Siena apartments gives you the perfect opportunity to explore the foodie scene in the city, whether you venture out to one of the nearby restaurants or head to the local market, pick up some fresh ingredients, and cook up a storm in the kitchen.
The nearest airport to Siena is Florence Airport, though it's easy to get to the city centre from the airport. Firstly, you'll need to take the shuttle bus or a taxi to the central Firenze Santa Maria Novella train station. The shuttle bus is the cheaper option and it leaves every thirty minutes throughout the day. From there, you can get the train into the heart of Siena, which takes just under two hours.
Alternatively, you can hire a car which is a popular option for those looking to explore the area surrounding Siena, too. You can pick up your ride at the airport and drive the scenic route into Siena. Once you're there, you have easy access to the surrounding regions, which offer beautiful day trips.
If you choose not to hire a car, it's still easy to get around. Siena has local buses that connect up all the main attractions, and the surrounding cities and towns are reachable by train or bus.