Terzo di Camollia is the northern third of Siena's walled city, threaded by the main shopping street Via Banchi di Sopra and anchored near the Basilica di San Domenico. It's central, lively and practical, making it a strong base for shoppers and for travellers arriving by bus or heading toward the train.
The area runs north from the Campo along the busy retail spine, with shops, cafés and everyday services close at hand. It feels more workaday and local than the sights-heavy core, and stays active in the evenings along the main streets while side lanes quieten down.
Getting around
Piazza del Campo is a short, mostly flat walk south along Via Banchi di Sopra. The nearby bus terminal and connections toward the train station make onward travel easy, including transfers toward Florence Peretola (FLR) by bus or rail.
Hotels in Terzo di Camollia
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- Vibe
- Central and commercial, with Siena's main shopping street running through it.
- Convenience
- Handy for buses, the San Domenico area and reaching the station for onward trips.
- Watch out for
- The main street can be crowded with shoppers by day and quieter shops close in the evening.
Places to stay around Terzo di Camollia
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Frequently asked
Is Camollia good if I'm arriving by bus?
Yes. It's close to the bus terminal and well connected, so it's one of the easier parts of the walled city to reach and leave with luggage.
Can I walk to the Campo from here?
Easily; it's a short walk down Via Banchi di Sopra, one of the flatter routes into the centre.
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Sources
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