Basilica of San Francesco, Siena

Name: Basilica of San Francesco
Address: Piazza S. Francesco, 6, Siena, 53100, Italy
Telephone: +39 0577 49406

#33 among attractions in Siena

Gothic architecture, Church, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites

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Facts and practical information

San Francesco is a basilica church in Siena, Tuscany, Italy. ()

Local name: Basilica di San Francesco Architectural style: Romanesque architectureCoordinates: 43°19'21"N, 11°20'5"E

Address

Piazza S. Francesco, 6Siena 53100 Italy

Contact

+39 0577 49406

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Basilica of San Francesco – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palazzo Tolomei, Palazzo Spannocchi, Oratory of the Compagnia di San Bernardino, Palazzo Sansedoni.

~1360 ftSW
Gothic architecture, Vernacular architecture, Palace
Palazzo Tolomei, Siena
7 min walk • Palazzo Tolomei is an architectural gem nestled in the historic heart of Siena, Italy. This grand palace, which dates back to the 13th century, is one of the oldest private palaces in the city and a splendid example of medieval civil architecture.
~1200 ftSW
Vernacular architecture, Palace
Palazzo Spannocchi, Siena
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Siena, Italy, stands the majestic Palazzo Spannocchi, a quintessential example of the city's rich architectural heritage. This grand palace, with its imposing façade and intricate design, is a testament to the splendor of Italian Renaissance...
~260 ftS
Museum, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Oratory of the Compagnia di San Bernardino, Siena
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Siena, Italy, the Oratory of the Compagnia di San Bernardino serves as a historical jewel and a testament to the city's rich artistic heritage. This site, functioning as a museum, offers visitors a glimpse into the religious and cultural life of...
~1500 ftSW
Gothic architecture, Vernacular architecture, Palace
Palazzo Sansedoni, Siena
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Siena, Italy, Palazzo Sansedoni stands as a testament to the city's rich history and architectural grandeur. This imposing Gothic palace, located in the picturesque Piazza del Campo, is a magnificent example of the medieval architecture that...
~1140 ftW
Gothic architecture, Vernacular architecture, Palace
Palazzo Salimbeni, Siena
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Siena, Italy, Palazzo Salimbeni stands as a testament to the city's rich history and architectural grandeur. This imposing palace, with its Gothic features and robust facade, serves not only as a historical monument but also as the headquarters...
~1430 ftS
Vernacular architecture, Palace, Historical place
Palazzo Piccolomini, Siena
7 min walk • Nestled within the historic city of Siena, Italy, the Palazzo Piccolomini stands as a testament to the grandeur of Italian Renaissance architecture. This elegant palace, a gem in the heart of the Tuscan region, was built in the 15th century for the prominent...
~1170 ftSW
Church, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites
San Cristoforo, Siena
6 min walk • Nestled within the enchanting city of Siena, Italy, the church of San Cristoforo stands as a testament to the city's deep-rooted history and religious heritage. This sacred site, located in the heart of the city's bustling historic center, is a place of worship and a...
~1750 ftSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Teatro dei Rozzi, Siena
9 min walk • The Teatro dei Rozzi is a live-performance theater located on Piazza Indipendenza #15, in the city of Siena, region of Tuscany, Italy; while this structure was inaugurated in 1817, the sponsoring organization dated to 1531.
~800 ftSW
Church, Baroque architecture
Santa Maria in Provenzano, Siena
4 min walk • Santa Maria in Provenzano, or the Insigne Collegiata di Santa Maria in Provenzano, is a late-Renaissance-Baroque style, Roman Catholic, collegiate church in Piazza Provenzano Salvani, in the Terza Camollia, just southwest of the basilica of San Francesco, in the city of Siena, region of Tuscany, Italy.
~1180 ftSW
Palace, Renaissance architecture
Palazzo Bandini-Piccolomini, Siena
6 min walk • The Palazzo Bandini-Piccolomini is a Renaissance style urban palace located on via Sallustio Bandini #32, corner Via San Vigilio in the city of Siena, region of Tuscany. It is across the street from the rear facade of the Castellare degli Ugurghieri.
~1240 ftS
Church
San Giovannino della Staffa, Siena
6 min walk • San Giovannino della Staffa, also known as San Giovannino in Pantaneto is a Renaissance style, Roman Catholic church located on Piazetta Virgilio Grassi, in the Contrada del Leocorno, in the city of Siena, region of Tuscany, Italy.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Basilica of San Francesco open?

Basilica of San Francesco is open:

Monday 8 am - 12:30 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 12:30 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 12:30 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Thursday 8 am - 12:30 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Friday 8 am - 12:30 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Saturday 8 am - 12:30 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Sunday 8 am - 12:30 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Basilica of San Francesco?

Nearby attractions include Oratory of the Compagnia di San Bernardino, Siena (2 min walk), Fonte d'Ovile, Siena (3 min walk), San Pietro a Ovile, Siena (4 min walk), Santa Maria in Provenzano, Siena (4 min walk).

How to get to Basilica of San Francesco by public transport?

The nearest stations to Basilica of San Francesco:

Bus

Via Tozzi • Lines: s1 (9 min walk)
Curtatone • Lines: s1 (11 min walk)

Train

Siena (23 min walk)