Facciatone

Facciatone

The Facciatone is the unfinished façade of a cathedral, whose construction was halted in 1348. Climb the 131-step spiral staircase to the panoramic terrace at the top for fantastic views of Siena. Access is through the Museo dell’Opera, and admission is included with the €7 Cathedral Museum entrance fee. Get there early to avoid a queue.
NH Siena

NH Siena

Siena Area, Tuscany

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0.7 Km to Facciatone

  • Spacious, modern rooms
  • Located in the centre of Siena
  • Great for sightseeing
  • 1.6km from Siena Train station
  • Certified Sustainable Hotel
Hotel Le Fontanelle

Hotel Le Fontanelle

Siena Area, Tuscany

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9.5 Km to Facciatone

  • Spectacular countryside views
  • Perfect for special occasions
  • Indoor pool and wellness facilities
  • Classic Tuscan style
  • Surrounded by gardens
Museo dell'Opera del Duomo

Museo dell'Opera del Duomo

Siena Area, Tuscany

At the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo you can see original architectural remnants and precious works of art that were formerly in, or part of, the Duomo cathedral. There is also an extensive collection of...

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Cripta Del Duomo

Cripta Del Duomo

Siena Area, Tuscany

The crypt of the Cathedral is worth a visit in its own right. It's wonderfully decorated with frescoes of the Siena school dating back to the 13th century, which retain much of their original colour. Look out...

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Siena Cathedral

Siena Cathedral

Siena Area, Tuscany

Siena Cathedral, or Duomo, is impressive in scale and detail. There are intricate designs wherever you look from the beautiful mosaics on the floor, to the towering black-and-white striped marble columns. Look...

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