Siena is a city famous for its green hills, vast expanses of vineyards and ancient villages. Because of this, one of the unmissable experiences for those staying in town is a castle tour. One of the oldest is the castle of Belcaro, situated on a hill at Costafabbri. Despite its many modifications, you can still admire the imposing walls.
The steam train puffs through the Siena countryside and takes visitors to places where events, shows and festivals are being held. We’re talking about the now famous Nature Train, a delightful vintage train pulled along by a steam locomotive. Hotel Italia in Siena is happy to welcome its passengers.
Refreshing and purifying, detox waters are the ideal solution for those who want to rediscover the pleasure of feeling fit simply by drinking. They quench the thirst and maintain the welfare of the body, as they contain fruit and vegetables. The rich buffet breakfast at Siena’s Hotel Italia includes a wide selection of detox waters.
Each year, professional bikers, cyclists and enthusiasts gather for the exciting Strade Bianche competition roads in the Crete Senesi area. For amateurs, there are numerous recreational routes that run along the 52 km of white roads in the Val d’Orcia. Here are some tips for diving into the heart of the Tuscan countryside.
Places with historic appeal always have their stories, and the Hotel Garden is certainly no exception. Set in the heart of the Sienese region and surrounded by eighteenth-century grounds, the Hotel Garden still offers its guests the traditional welcome once extended to pilgrims who travelled the Via Francigena.
The exhibition of work by Ambrogio Lorenzetti has now been extended until April 2018. It brings to Siena some of the most famous works by this great fourteenth century artist, commissioned by citizens and churches of Siena. The exhibition can be seen in the beautiful setting of the Santa Maria della Scala and covers the entire artistic career of the painter.
