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Siena - 18 stops - par 53

Siena looks different from a rooftop, but the ball stays grounded on the real streets. This full round of 18 holes covers 10 km and uses eight portals to bridge the gaps between the city's edges. Real attractions, like the Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta, are the foundations for every hole. Skip knows these alleys by heart and can find the best bank shots from a bird's eye view, provided there are no stray crumbs to distract a local guide.

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HOW IT WORKS

01

Pick a city

The course is drawn on the real street grid, so the map you play is the map you walk.

02

Putt to the pin

Drag to aim, release to swing. Buildings bounce and water costs you a stroke.

03

Sightsee between strokes

Every hole ends at an attraction. Sink the putt, read the story, walk to the next tee.

THE SIENA ROUND - STOP BY STOP

HOLE 1 - PAR 3

Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta

The Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta reaches a height of 77 meters. This Catholic cathedral is a medieval church in Siena, Italy, and is now dedicated to the Assumption of Mary. The inception of the building was in 1196, and it was designed in the Gothic architecture style. As you look at the structure, you can see that it remains an unfinished building. It is a significant example of the Gothic style and a central part of the city's history and religious life.

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HOLE 2 - PAR 3

Orto Botanico

Look closely at the varied plant life before you see the full scale of the Orto Botanico. This botanical garden was established in 1856 and is operated by the University of Siena. As you walk through the grounds, you are visiting a site that is officially Italian national heritage. It is a place where nature and academia meet in the heart of the city. I find the greenery here a welcome break from the stone streets, though I usually have to stay out of the way of the students.

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HOLE 3 - PAR 3

Palazzo Vestri

Let me show you Palazzo Vestri. This building is a palace that stands as a part of the city's architectural character. It is a place where you can see the specific design and scale used for such residences in this area. I find that the facade makes for a great spot to pause and look around.

HOLE 4 - PAR 3

Porta Pispini

Let me show you Porta Pispini, a city gate built into the medieval walls of Siena in Tuscany. You can find it on the east side of town, specifically where Via Pìspini meets Via Aretina in the terzo of San Martino. This portal is recognized as Italian national heritage. It took its name from a nearby fountain, the Fonte de' Pispina, which was built between 1534 and 1538. I've always found the way the gate anchors the contrada del Nicchio to be quite charming.

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HOLE 5 - PAR 3

Porta Romana

Let me show you Porta Romana, a city gate started in 1327. It is one of the portals in the medieval Walls of Siena and is recognized as an Italian national heritage. You can find it located on Via Cassia in the Tuscany region of Italy. If you head through the gate, it leads south out of town to Via Enea Silvio Piccolomini and exits near the Basilica of San Clemente. I've noticed the breeze is always a bit fresher once you pass through these old stones.

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HOLE 6 - PAR 3

Porta Tufi

Started in 1325, Porta Tufi is a city gate that opens to a road leading south of the city. You can find it on Strada di Tufi, which is now Via Pier Andrea Mattioli, in the Tuscany region of Italy. It remains one of the portals still standing in the medieval Walls of Siena and is located on a peninsula of walls near Sant'Agostino. I've seen plenty of tourists miss the way it anchors the edge of the old center.

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HOLE 7 - PAR 3

Pinacoteca Nazionale di Siena

Let me show you the Pinacoteca Nazionale. This national museum in Siena is housed within the Brigidi and Buonsignori palaces. Once you step inside, you can pick out a collection of late medieval and Renaissance paintings from Italian artists. The buildings themselves are highlights; the Brigidi palace was built in the 14th century and the Palazzo Bichi-Buonsignori in the 15th century. I find it interesting that a 2022 restoration revealed the Bichi-Buonsignori façade is mostly original. It is a quiet spot compared to the main square, drawing 8,127 annual visitors.

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HOLE 8 - PAR 3

Porta San Marco

Look at the stone archway of Porta San Marco, which sits at the start of Via San Marco. This gate is one of the remaining entrances in the medieval walls of Siena. It provides a glimpse into the city's old fortifications and had its inception in 1325. I always find it interesting how these heavy walls still define the shape of the city today, creating a clear boundary between the old center and the world outside. It is a sturdy piece of history that you can still walk through today.

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HOLE 9 - PAR 3

Chiesa di Sant'Agostino

Chiesa di Sant'Agostino is a Roman Catholic church building located in Siena, within the Tuscany region of Italy. This site is recognized as an Italian national heritage site. Visitors can observe the Gothic architecture style used throughout the structure. Construction on this church building was started in 1258, making it a long-standing part of the local landscape. It remains a place of worship and a point of interest for those visiting the region of Tuscany.

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HOLE 10 - PAR 3

Palazzo Tolomei

Palazzo Tolomei is a palace in the region of Tuscany, Italy. This Gothic style urban palace is found on Via Banchi di Sopra, situated within the contrada of Civetta. It is recognized as Italian national heritage and is located in the Terzo di Camollia of Siena. I always think the street layout here makes for a great bank shot. If you take a moment to look at the facade, you can see the characteristics of the Gothic style that define this urban residence in the heart of the city.

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HOLE 11 - PAR 3

Porta Ovile

You might mistake this for a simple wall or a random break in the fortifications, but it is actually Porta Ovile. It is a city gate that allows you to see the historic boundaries of the area. Because of its historical value, the site is classified as an Italian national heritage. I always find the stonework here interesting to look at while I am waiting for a snack, and it is a great spot to stop and orient yourself before moving further into the city streets.

HOLE 12 - PAR 3

Il Campo

This isn't just any open space; it is Il Campo, the main public space of the historic center of Siena in Tuscany, Italy. The square is shaped like a scallop shell and is surrounded by the Palazzo Pubblico, the Torre del Mangia, and various palazzi signorili. If you walk to the northwest edge of the piazza, you can find the Fonte Gaia. The name of the square comes from the Italian word campanile and campanilismo. I've noticed the slope of the pavement makes for a very interesting roll for a golf ball.

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HOLE 13 - PAR 3

Basilica di San Francesco

Located in Siena, Tuscany, the Basilica di San Francesco is a basilica church that stands as a prominent landmark in the city. It is a minor basilica designed in the Romanesque architecture style. This site is designated as an Italian national heritage, reflecting its importance to the country. The inception of the building was in 1475. Visitors to the area can observe the specific architectural details that characterize this period of construction and its place within the wider urban layout of Siena.

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HOLE 14 - PAR 3

Stanze della Memoria

Let me show you Stanze della Memoria, which is a private history museum. This site was founded in 2007 and is recognized as Italian national heritage, making it a point of pride for the local area. You can pick out the unique atmosphere of the exhibits as you explore the space, though it stays quite intimate compared to the larger city attractions. It currently welcomes 768 annual visitors who come to learn about the history preserved here. I think the small crowd makes it a great spot to avoid the usual tourist rush while you take in the sights.

HOLE 15 - PAR 3

Porta Camollia

Let me show you Porta Camollia, a city gate found on via Camollia. It is one of the northern portals built into the medieval walls of Siena. When you move through the gate and head inside the city, you will find yourself in the Contrada of Istrice. I've noticed the street layout here makes it a great spot to get your bearings before heading deeper into the center. It is a sturdy piece of the city's perimeter that still defines how people enter the heart of the old town today.

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HOLE 16 - PAR 3

Fortezza Medicea

You might expect another ornate villa, but this is the Fortezza Medicea, a fortress. It was built in the city between 1561 and 1563 using the Renaissance architecture style. Duke Cosimo ordered the construction of the site, which began in 1561. Today, the fortress is recognized as an Italian national heritage site. I have noticed the walls make for a great spot to watch the city from above, though I usually prefer the higher ledges for a better view of the street activity below.

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HOLE 17 - PAR 3

Palazzo Salimbeni

Let me show you the Terzo di Camollia of Siena, where you will find Palazzo Salimbeni. This palace sits on the Piazza Salimbeni and is designed in the Sienese school style. Giuseppe Partini is the architect of this Gothic style urban palace, which is also an Italian national heritage. It currently houses the main offices of the Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena. I always find the architecture here quite striking compared to the more common city blocks, and it is a great spot to pause and admire the facade.

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HOLE 18 - PAR 2

Chiesa di Santo Spirito

You will first notice the Renaissance architecture style of Chiesa di Santo Spirito. This Roman Catholic church building is an Italian national heritage site located in piazza Santo Spirito in Siena. The construction of the church was started in 1498. If you are navigating the narrow streets of the city, you can find the building located where Via dei Pispini meets Vicolo del Sasso. It is a place of significance for those interested in the transition of architectural styles in Italy.

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STOP 19

Basilica di San Clemente in Santa Maria dei Servi

The Basilica di San Clemente in Santa Maria dei Servi is a minor basilica featuring the Gothic art style. It is a Roman Catholic church located in the Terzo of San Martino in the city of Siena, Tuscany, Italy. This site is recognized as part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. While the basilica is Gothic, you can also notice that the Church of Santa Maria dei Servi is in the Romanesque style. These two architectural styles provide a clear look at the different periods of design used for this religious site in the heart of the city.

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OTHER COURSES

18 HOLES - PAR 53

Verona

18 stops

This is a full round of 18 holes through Verona. The map is the real city and the ball rolls along its actual streets, using attractions like the Arena di Verona as the basis for the holes. A total of 10 portals help bridge the 10.1 km walk across the city. Skip is a local guide who knows these pavements well, including exactly which ledges offer the best view of the street. This round follows the real geography of the town to reach each cup.

18 HOLES - PAR 54

Venice

18 stops

Venezia is the city for this round, where the map is the actual city and the game is played on its real streets. The holes are built from real attractions, starting with the Basilica di San Marco. This is a full round of 18 holes with a par of 54. The ball covers a walk of 10.2 km and uses 102 portals to move across the water. Skip is a local guide who knows these alleys and canals by heart, even if a few breadcrumbs occasionally go missing.

18 HOLES - PAR 56

Turin

18 stops

Torino is the setting for this full round of 18 holes. The map follows the real city layout, using its actual streets for the ball to roll. Landmarks like the Mole Antonelliana form the physical basis for the holes. This 11.6 km walk uses 42 portals to bridge the gaps between districts. Skip knows these corners well, from the grand piazzas to the hidden alleys where the crumbs are best. The total par for the round is 56.

18 HOLES - PAR 53

Rome

18 stops

The cup for the final hole is the open expanse of Piazza San Pietro. This full round of 18 holes takes place on the actual streets of Roma, where the map is the real city and the landmarks are the rails and targets. A total walk of 10.8 km connects the course, with 90 portals moving the ball across the city. Skip is a local guide who knows every cobblestone, even the ones where a pigeon might find a stray crumb.

18 HOLES - PAR 56

Pisa

18 stops

This is a full round through Pisa. The map is the real city and the ball rolls along its actual streets, banking off building facades until it reaches a landmark like the Torre di Pisa. These real attractions are what the holes are built from. A local guide who knows every nook and cranny, Skip handles the navigation for this 11.1 km walk. The 18 holes have a par of 56, and the ball uses 4 portals to bridge the gaps between districts.

FAQ

Is it free to play?

Yes. Every course runs in the browser with no account and no install.

Do I need to be in the city?

No. The full round plays from anywhere. Walking the real route is a nice way to see the city, but it is not required.

Are the maps real?

Yes. The geometry comes from OpenStreetMap data, rendered chunky on purpose. Streets, water and parks sit where they really are.