Porta di Fortebranda, Siena

Name: Porta di Fortebranda
Address: Via Santa Caterina, Siena, 53100, Italy

#67 among attractions in Siena

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The Porta di Fontebranda or Fontebranda Gate is one of the last remaining gates in the medieval walls of Siena. It is located on via di Fontebranda, in Siena, region of Tuscany, Italy. ()

Local name: Porta di Fontebranda Coordinates: 43°19'7"N, 11°19'35"E

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Via Santa CaterinaSiena 53100 Italy

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Porta di Fortebranda – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Siena Cathedral, Palazzo del Magnifico, Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, Santa Maria della Scala.

~750 ftE
Romanesque-Gothic cathedral with mosaics
Siena Cathedral, Siena
4 min walk • Siena Cathedral, or Duomo di Siena, stands as a masterpiece of Italian Romanesque-Gothic architecture in the heart of medieval Siena, Italy. Constructed between the 12th and 14th centuries, the cathedral is renowned for its intricately designed façade, adorned with...
~850 ftE
Palace
Palazzo del Magnifico, Siena
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Siena, Italy, the Palazzo del Magnifico stands as a testament to the grandeur of the Italian Renaissance. This historical palace, once the residence of Pandolfo Petrucci, the ruler of Siena, is a major tourist attraction that beckons visitors...
~950 ftE
Gothic architecture, Museum, Art museum
Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, Siena
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the medieval city of Siena, Italy, the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo is an essential destination for art lovers and history enthusiasts alike. This museum, dedicated to religious art and artifacts, offers a profound glimpse into the rich cultural...
~660 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Church
Santa Maria della Scala, Siena
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Siena, Italy, Santa Maria della Scala stands as a testament to the city's rich history and cultural heritage. This former hospital, now a museum, is one of the oldest of its kind in Europe, tracing its origins back to the 11th century.
~450 ftN
St Catherine's relics in 1200s cathedral
Basilica Cateriniana di San Domenico, Siena
3 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Siena, Italy, the Basilica Cateriniana di San Domenico stands as a majestic testimony to the city's rich religious history and architectural heritage. This monumental church, dedicated to St. Catherine of Siena, is an essential site for both...
~770 ftSE
Square, Winery
Piazza del Duomo, Siena
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Siena, Italy, Piazza del Duomo is a square that captures the essence of medieval grandeur and architectural prowess. It is the site of the renowned Siena Cathedral (Duomo di Siena), a masterpiece of Italian Romanesque-Gothic architecture.
~430 ftNE
Gothic architecture, Fountain
Fontebranda, Siena
3 min walk • Fontebranda, nestled in the heart of Siena, Italy, stands as an enduring testament to medieval engineering and communal infrastructure. This historical fountain, more than just a source of water, has been an integral part of Sienese life since its inception in the 13th...
~1150 ftSE
Palace
Palazzo Chigi alla Postierla, Siena
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Siena, Italy, Palazzo Chigi alla Postierla is an architectural gem that speaks volumes about the city's rich history. This grand palace, which dates back to the medieval period, stands as a testament to the opulence and power of the Italian...
~1190 ftSE
Palace, Gothic architecture
Palazzo Marsili, Siena
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Siena, Italy, Palazzo Marsili stands as a testament to the city's rich history and architectural heritage. This historic building, which dates back to the 14th century, is a fine example of medieval architecture, infused with Renaissance...
~790 ftE
Cathedral building with frescoes and font
Battistero di San Giovanni, Siena
4 min walk • The Battistero di San Giovanni is a religious building in Siena, Italy. It is in the square with the same name, near the final spans of the choir of the city's cathedral.
~1040 ftE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Teatro dei Rozzi, Siena
6 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Porta di Fortebranda?

Nearby attractions include Fontebranda, Siena (3 min walk), Basilica Cateriniana di San Domenico, Siena (3 min walk), Oratory of the Compagnia di Santa Caterina della Notte, Siena (3 min walk), Piazzetta della Selva, Siena (3 min walk).

How to get to Porta di Fortebranda by public transport?

The nearest stations to Porta di Fortebranda:

Bus

Curtatone • Lines: s1 (4 min walk)
Via Tozzi • Lines: s1 (7 min walk)

Train

Siena (24 min walk)