Parks and squares in Siena

Parks, Squares & Fountains

Explore Siena's unique urban landscape through its historic squares and green spaces. This collection highlights the city's essential water heritage, from the hidden 14th-century Fonte del Casato to the ceremonial baptismal fountains belonging to various Contrade (districts). Key sites include the 18th-century gardens of La Lizza near the Medicean Fortress and Piazza San Domenico, which offers panoramic views of the Duomo. These locations provide insight into Siena's medieval infrastructure and local neighborhood traditions.

Parks, Squares & Fountains — Map

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A

Fontana di San Prospero

A decorative fountain located near the Fortezza Medicea, marking the entrance to the San Prospero residential district.

B

La Lizza

Siena's primary public garden, established in the 18th century. It features wide paths, a large fountain, and monuments, situated between the city center and the Medici Fortress.

C

Piazza San Domenico

A spacious square in front of the Basilica of San Domenico, known for its unobstructed views of the Siena Cathedral and the Mangia Tower.

D

Parco della coroncina

A local green space situated in the southern Coroncina neighborhood.

E

Parco Via Aretina

A community park located along the eastern Via Aretina approach to the city.

F

Parco ai ragazzi di Belgrado

Public park in the northern Acquacalda district featuring basic recreational facilities.

G

Parco Bernardino Ochino

A neighborhood green area located in the northern San Miniato district.

H

giardino S. Benedetto 37-43

Park

I

Parco BBT

Park

J

Parco CUS

Green space located near the University Sports Center (CUS) in the northern outskirts.

K

Parco acquacalda

A large suburban park in the Acquacalda area with walking paths and playgrounds.

L

verde pubblico

Park

M

Piazza Europa

A modern urban square in the San Miniato residential district.

N

Piazza Giovanni Amendola

A circular square located near the Antiporto di Camollia, serving as a gateway to the northern part of the city.

O

Fontanina della Contrada della Selva

The baptismal fountain for the Selva district, featuring bronze artwork by Pier Luigi Olla.

P

Fonte del Casato

A secluded 14th-century Gothic fountain reached via a long staircase between Via del Casato di Sotto and Via della Lombarda.

Q

Fonte di San Maurizio

A medieval fountain situated along the historic Via Francigena, once used by pilgrims entering the city through Porta Romana.

R

Fontanina della Contrada dell'Istrice

The ceremonial baptismal fountain for the Istrice district, located near the San Bernardino oratory.

S

Fontanina della Contrada della Giraffa

A bronze baptismal fountain located in the Giraffa district, used for neighborhood ceremonies.

T

Fontanina della Contrada della Lupa

The Lupa district's baptismal fountain, featuring the iconic she-wolf sculpture.

U

Fontanina della Contrada del Drago

The baptismal fountain for the Drago district, located in Piazza Matteotti.

V

Fontanina della Contrada del Leocorno

A ceremonial fountain for the Leocorno district, topped with a sculpture of a unicorn.

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