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Piazza del Campo

Museo Civico, 53100 Siena, Italy
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Ranked #3 of 46 attractions in Siena
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: People-watching, Walking
Description: Siena's main square is the site of the famous Palio horse races that take place in July and August.
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Southern California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

This piazza is a simply beautiful place to relax, enjoy a good Italian meal, glass of wine or gelato. It's particularly beautiful during late afternoon and evening when the sun is going down. Of all the towns I visited in Italy, Siena was one of my favorites. The medieval architecture is breathtaking and although it was very crowded in July,... More

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

The ability to access the Piazza del Campo from many alleys, steps and views just increases the magical nature of this great arena. Not to be missed.

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Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

If you're already considering Siena, do not miss spending a slow evening relaxing at one of the bars around the Piazza, watching the sun set over the city hall and this beautifully shaped paved plaza. It's such a relaxing and rejuvenating experience, surround by medieval buildings which become lit up as the evening grows darker, that we came here every... More

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Orlando, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

This is a wonderful LARGE piazza with quaint restaurants ringing it. Great place to sit and watch the residents and tourists.

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Mackay, Queensland, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

This piazza is the central hub of Siena. There are so many great bars and restaurants all around the square. And Gelato bars too! A great location to sit and people watch and enjoy Siena.

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Manchester by the Sea, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

Arguably one of the finest piazzas in all of Italy. What a great place to sit down and have a cafe! Reportedly, though, you can do better dining at restaurants that are not directly on the piazza.

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Cleveland OH & Wallace NC
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

It is a must see, the churches are spectacular, as is the wall. We were there on an especially busy day, but I wouldn't have missed it!

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Rishon Lezion, Israel
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

A very big and beautiful square with red brickes, Many restaurants aroud. We just enjoyed sitting there and looking around, better with Pizza and Gelato in our hands.

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Madrid, Spain
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

So different from any other piazza, So authentic, So magnificent and at the same time so cozy. So, so beautifull

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Bangkok, Thailand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

Believe me this Piazza del Campo is definitely one of the most beautiful Piazza in the world. It's surrounded by so many nice shops and restaurants. We had lunch here and just sit back, relax, and watch the world go by. Wonderful! See my photos and please vote for me if you find this review helpful. Thank you very much.

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