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Piazza Salimbeni

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Piazza Salimbeni is one of Siena’s most refined and architecturally significant squares. Surrounded by beautiful Gothic and Renaissance palaces, it serves as the headquarters of the Monte dei Paschi di Siena, the world’s oldest bank. The square is both a historical landmark and a peaceful spot to admire Siena’s blend of medieval and neoclassical architecture.

What to See & Do

  • Admire the harmonious architecture 🏰 of the three main palaces 👑: Palazzo Salimbeni 🏦, Palazzo Spannocchi, and Palazzo Tantucci ✨🇮🇹
  • See the statue 🗿 of Sallustio Bandini 🧑‍💼, an 18th-century Sienese economist 💡, standing in the center 📍 of the square ✅👀
  • Take photographs 📸 of the square’s elegant façades 🏰 and peaceful ambiance 😌🖼️
  • Relax ☕ at a nearby café 🥐 and enjoy the views 👀 of Siena’s financial district 💰✨
  • Visit the exterior 🏛️ of Monte dei Paschi di Siena 🏦, the world’s oldest operating bank 🌍 (founded in 1472 📜) 👍

How to Get There

  • By Foot 👣: Just a 5-minute walk 🚶‍♂️ from Piazza del Campo ❤️ through Via Banchi di Sopra 🛣️⏱️💨
  • By Bus 🚌: Get off 🚍 at Piazza Gramsci 📍 and walk 🚶‍♀️ to the square ✅👍
  • By Car 🚗: Limited parking 🅿️⚠️ nearby; best to explore the historic center 🏰 on foot 🚶‍♂️✅

Travel Tips

  • The square 🏘️ is especially photogenic 📸 at sunset 🌅 when warm light 🧡 enhances the stone façades ✨😌
  • Combine your visit 🤝 with nearby attractions 🏰 like Palazzo Salimbeni 🏦 and Via Banchi di Sopra 🛍️🗺️
  • Visit early ⏰ in the day 🌅 if you want to enjoy the square’s calm atmosphere 🤫 before crowds 🏃‍♀️ arrive ✅💚
  • Perfect for short stops ⏱️⭐ during a walking tour 🚶‍♀️ of Siena’s city center 🗺️👍

Suggested Itinerary

  • 9:30 AM – Start your day 🚶‍♀️ with a walk 👣 from Piazza del Campo ❤️ to Piazza Salimbeni 🧭💨
  • 9:45 AM – Explore 🧭 and photograph 📸 the square’s historic architecture 🏰✨👀
  • 10:15 AM – Visit nearby Palazzo Spannocchi 🏛️ and enjoy a coffee break ☕ at a local café 🥐😋
  • 11:00 AM – Walk 🚶‍♂️ through Via Banchi di Sopra 🛍️ for some boutique shopping 🛒👗
  • 12:30 PM – Continue 🚶‍♀️ toward other Siena landmarks 🗺️ nearby 👋📍

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Daily: 24 hours (public square).

Entry Fee:

Free access.

Best Time to Visit:

Early morning or evening for pleasant lighting and fewer people.

Location

📌 Piazza Salimbeni, Siena, Tuscany, Ital

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