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National Picture Gallery (Pinacoteca Nazionale)

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The National Picture Gallery of Siena, known as the Pinacoteca Nazionale, is one of Italy’s most important museums dedicated to medieval and early Renaissance art. Located inside two historic palaces, the gallery showcases masterpieces by Sienese artists such as Duccio di Buoninsegna, Simone Martini, and the Lorenzetti brothers. It offers visitors a journey through Siena’s artistic evolution and its influence on Italian art between the 13th and 16th centuries.

What to See & Do

  • View Duccio’s famous ‘Madonna Enthroned’ 👑 and Simone Martini’s refined Gothic panels 🎨✨
  • Admire the frescoes 🖼️ and altarpieces 🙏 that once decorated Siena’s churches ⛪ and monasteries 🏰📜
  • Explore works 🧑‍🎨 by Pietro 🇮🇹 and Ambrogio Lorenzetti 👑 depicting Siena’s civic 🏘️ and religious life ✝️💡
  • Visit the top floor ⬆️ for Renaissance art 🎨 that blends local 🤝 and Florentine influences 🖼️👀
  • Enjoy panoramic views 🔭 of Siena 🏘️ from the gallery’s upper windows ✨🏞️

How to Get There

  • By Foot 👣: A short 5-minute walk 🚶‍♂️ from Piazza del Campo ❤️ or Siena Cathedral ⛪⏱️💨
  • By Bus 🚌: Take a local bus 🚍 to Via San Pietro stop 📍👍
  • By Car 🚗: Park 🅿️ in one 💰 of Siena’s public lots 🗺️ and walk 🚶‍♀️ to the historic center ✅

Travel Tips

  • Allow at least 1–1.5 hours ⏱️ to fully explore the collection 🖼️⏳👀
  • Guided tours 🧑‍🏫 and multilingual information panels 🗣️ are available 💡✅
  • Photography 📸 may be limited 🚫 – check signage ⚠️ for restrictions 🙏
  • Combine your visit 🤝 with nearby attractions ⛪ such as the Cathedral 🕌 and Santa Maria della Scala 🏛️🗺️

Suggested Itinerary

  • 10:00 AM – Arrive 🧭 at Pinacoteca Nazionale 🏛️ and begin exploring the medieval galleries 🎨📜💨
  • 11:30 AM – Visit the Renaissance section 👑 on the upper floors 🖼️👀
  • 12:30 PM – Enjoy a coffee ☕ or snack 🍎 at a café 🥐 nearby 😋😌
  • 1:30 PM – Walk 🚶‍♂️ to Siena Cathedral ⛪ and nearby attractions 🗺️👋

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Tuesday to Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Closed on Mondays and public holidays.

Entry Fee:

€6 (adults), discounts available for students and seniors.

Best Time to Visit:

Morning or early afternoon to explore at your own pace.

Location

📌 National Picture Gallery (Pinacoteca Nazionale), Via San Pietro, 29, Siena, Tuscany, Italy.

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