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Siena and the Palio. The most famous horse race in the world.
Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Overview
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A route that will take you through the most beautiful streets and monuments of Siena, with particular attention to the Palio, the most famous horse race in the world.
We will start from Piazza del Campo, near the monumental fountain of Fonte Gaia. From here we will explore the beautiful courtyard of Palazzo Pubblico, while our expert guide will capture your attention with a detailed and compelling description of the dynamics of the famous horse race that takes place twice a year in that same square.
From here we will continue to the territories of the Contrade (the city districts competing in the Palio) of the Torre and Valdimontone. From the latter we will admire the most beautiful view of the city from above. The tour includes an exclusive entrance to a Contrada palace and its private museum, which contains the trophies won over the years.
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