The Museo dell’Opera del Duomo is one of Siena’s most fascinating museums, located
right next to the Cathedral. It houses the original masterpieces created for the Duomo,
including sculptures, stained glass, and paintings by artists such as Duccio di
Buoninsegna, Pisano, and Donatello. The museum also features an incredible panoramic
terrace known as the ‘Facciatone,’ offering one of the best views of Siena’s rooftops and
countryside.
- Admire Duccio’s ‘Maestà’ 👑, one 🥇 of Italy’s greatest Gothic masterpieces 🎨🖼️
- View sculptures 🗿 by Giovanni Pisano 🧑🎨 originally designed 📐 for the Cathedral façade ⛪👀
- See stained glass windows 🌈 and religious artifacts 💎 from the 13th–15th centuries 📜✝️
- Climb 🪜 to the panoramic terrace 🔭 (Facciatone) for a breathtaking view 🤩 of Siena 🏘️✨
- Explore exhibitions 💡 showcasing Siena’s rich artistic 🎨 and spiritual history 🙏🧠
- By Foot 👣: Located directly beside ➡️ Siena Cathedral ⛪ in the historic center ❤️✅
- By Bus 🚌: Get off 🛑 at Piazza Indipendenza 📍 or Piazza Gramsci 🗺️ and walk 🚶♂️ to the Duomo area 👍
- By Car 🚗: Park 🅿️ at one 💰 of Siena’s main parking lots 🗺️ and walk 🚶♀️ to Piazza del Duomo ⛪✅
- Purchase the combined Opa Si Pass 🎟️ for access 🚪 to the entire cathedral complex ⛪🤝✅
- Allow at least 1–1.5 hours ⏱️ to explore the museum 🏛️ and terrace 🔭⏳
- Bring a camera 📸 – the Facciatone terrace 🔭 offers the best photo spot ⭐ in Siena 🖼️✨
- Visit early ⏰ or late 🌙 in the day 🌅 to avoid long lines 🏃♀️ for the terrace climb 🪜🤫
- 10:00 AM – Start your visit 🧭 at the Siena Cathedral ⛪💨
- 10:30 AM – Enter the Museo dell’Opera del Duomo 🏛️ and explore its exhibits 🎨📜👀
- 11:15 AM – Climb the Facciatone terrace 🪜 for panoramic views 🔭📸✨
- 12:00 PM – Visit the nearby Piccolomini Library 📚 and Baptistery 🕌🙏
- 1:00 PM – Lunch 🍽️ at a café ☕ overlooking Piazza del Duomo ⛪😋👋
