Siena Cathedral Museum (Museo dell’Opera Metropolitana)

Overview

The Siena Cathedral Museum, also known as the Museo dell’Opera Metropolitana, houses a collection of artwork and artifacts from the Siena Cathedral. It offers a deep dive into the rich religious and artistic history of Siena.

The museum preserves important works of art and historical artifacts related to the Siena Cathedral, showcasing the city's artistic and religious heritage.

Art Religious

Location

Address

Piazza del Duomo 8, Siena, Tuscany

Neighborhood: Duomo

Coordinates

43.318600, 11.331900

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

saturday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

sunday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

€12

Children

€7

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May, October

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2-3 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

cold

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

EUR

Typical Costs

entry €12

parking €5

food €10

souvenirs €15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Siena Cathedral Museum App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Florence Airport

Distance: 70 km

Travel Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

taxi

€120 1 hour 15 min

public_transport

€15 2 hours

From City Center

Distance: 1 km

walking

free 15 min

bus

€1.50 10 min

taxi

€10 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Ciao

thank_you Grazie

where_is Dov'è

how_much Quanto costa

beautiful Bello

ticket Biglietto

Guide Languages: Italian, English, Spanish

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

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Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, specific galleries

prohibited areas exhibitions with restrictions

flash photography not allowed in some areas

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Siena Cathedral

Distance: 50m

Walking: 1 min

Type: Cathedral

Baptistery of San Giovanni

Distance: 100m

Walking: 2 min

Type: Baptistery

Santa Maria della Scala

Distance: 200m

Walking: 3 min

Type: Museum

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+39 0577 286300

info@operaduomo.siena.it

www.operaduomo.siena.it

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