Piazza del Campo & Torre del Mangia Medieval Square, Siena, Tuscany, Italy

About this place

Live Stream | Piazza del Campo, Siena, Tuscany, Italy. Revered as one of Europe’s greatest medieval public spaces, Piazza del Campo in Siena is famous for its distinctive shell-shaped brick paving sloping toward the Palazzo Pubblico and the soaring Torre del Mangia. Twice each summer, this historic arena transforms into the electrifying venue for the world-famous Palio di Siena horse race. Elegant cafes and historic trattorias on the piazza, including Il Campo and Bar Fonte Gaia, serve authentic Sienese treats like chewy Ricciarelli almond biscuits, dense spiced Panforte, pici cacio e pepe pasta, and rich Chianti Classico wine.

✦ Must-Visit Highlights:

▸ Iconic Shell-Shaped Medieval Piazza: Marvel at the red-brick Campo slope, Gaia Fountain, and towering Torre del Mangia.

▸ Historic Stage of the Palio Horse Race: Stand on the legendary soil where Siena’s historic contrade compete with fiery passion.

▸ Heritage Sienese Pastries & Chianti Wine: Delight in centuries-old Panforte fruitcake, delicate Ricciarelli, and rustic pici pasta.