All Medieval art & Early Renaissance art museums to visit in Siena

Discover the artistic treasures of the past at 4 museums in Siena dedicated to medieval and early Renaissance art. These museums showcase masterpieces from a pivotal era in art history.

Are you captivated by medieval and Renaissance art? Here are the best museums to visit in Siena:

  1. Palazzo Pubblico1

    Palazzo Pubblico

     Siena
    The Palazzo Pubblico is a significant civil monument in Siena, with its construction dating back to the late 13th century and completion in the mid-14th century. The building is a prime example of Sienese Gothic architecture. It is situated at the lower end of the Piazza del Campo, Siena's central square, which is also the venue for the biannual Palio horse race.
  2. Piccolomini Library2

    Piccolomini Library

     Siena
    The Piccolomini Library, located within the Siena Cathedral, is a significant historical site dedicated to the life of Pope Pius II. The library was established by his nephew, Cardinal Francesco Piccolomini, who was also the Bishop of Siena. The library houses precious book collections of the humanist Pope, Enea Silvio Piccolomini, who passed away in 1464. The library's entrance is from within the cathedral itself.
  3. Museo dell'Opera del Duomo (Siena)3

    Museo dell'Opera del Duomo (Siena)

     Siena
    The Museo dell'Opera Metropolitana del Duomo is a museum located in Siena, Italy. It is dedicated to preserving the works of various artists who have contributed to the city's rich cultural and artistic heritage over the centuries. These works were created for the dome, baptistery, and oratory of San Bernardino, some of the city's most significant architectural landmarks.
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    Torture Museum

     Siena
    Ever wondered what torturing used to look like? Come to this museum and explore all the historical techniques of torture, including knee splitter, interrogation chair, ​and guillotine.