Is Siena Expensive?

Is Siena expensive to visit?

Siena is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $175. Compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs, comparable to places like Girona and Bilbao.

Siena, Italy

How expensive is Siena?

On average, visitors spend about $175 per day when visiting Siena (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $351 per day. Prices vary dramatically by travel style and length of trip, but if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and use public transportation when possible, you can expect to stay close to this budget. See more travel costs for Siena here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Siena?

A weekend trip to Siena costs about $526 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $1,052.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Siena?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Siena costs around $1,227 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $2,454.

Is it expensive to backpack in Siena?

While Siena attracts a few backpackers, traveling on a budget can be challenging because there are only a few hostels around town. The average cost of a hostel in Siena is $16 per night. The cheapest beds cost about $16 and the most expensive rooms cost around $16. (See hostel prices in Siena here.)

Are hotels expensive in Siena?

Hotel prices in Siena are somewhat more affordable compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $107 per night for a room on average. There are around 10 five star hotels in the city and they average $141 per night. Three star hotels average $96 a night and two star hotels average $90 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Siena?

Activities and things to do in Siena can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $4 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $28.

• Truffle Hunting Experience Siena Tartufi: $136
• Discover Brunello Wines with DiWine Experience: $293
• Highlights & Hidden Gems of Siena Private Tour - Duomo Included : $186
• First Time Siena Medieval Tuscany Private Half Day Tour: $269
• Discover Chianti Classico Wines DiWine Experience : $293
• Secret Siena Walking Tour : $220
• Wine Tuk Tour Siena: $147
• E-Bike Tour: Explore the Chianti, its Enogastronomy and Castles: $262

Is food expensive in Siena?

Food in Siena can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $90 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $79. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Siena: $177
• The Most Delicious Private Food Tour of Siena: 6 or 10 Tastings: $150
• Cesarine: Market Tour & Cooking Class at Local's Home in Siena: $225
• 4 Hour Private Cooking Class Unique Tuscan Experience in Siena: $126
• Small-group Street food tour in Siena: $93
• VIP Private Montalcino Wine Tasting in Paradiso with Dinner : $158

Is transportation expensive in Siena?

Local transportation in Siena can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $21 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $28. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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