Leaning Tower of Pisa Tours
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Perhaps one of the world's most beloved architectural mistakes, the Leaning Tower of Pisa's imitable tilt has made the UNESCO World Heritage site an icon of Tuscany and all of Italy. Travelers flock to take the must-have photo in which they pose as if holding up the famous leaning tower, which was originally intended as a bell tower for Pisa Cathedral. If you're up to the challenge of ascending the leaning tower's 294-step spiral staircase, you'll be rewarded with stunning views over Pisa. And you won't have to worry about toppling over—thanks to expert engineering using cables and counterweights, the tower is completely stable.
The Basics
Due to the Leaning Tower of Pisa's global renown and unstable subsoil, tickets to the 12th-century tower are strictly limited and visits are timed. With that, booking in advance is a must and skip-the-line tickets are highly recommended—jumping a long queue could save you hours of precious sightseeing time.
All Pisa tours cover the Leaning Tower, generally depart from Florence or Rome, and often include other Pisa sights such as the Piazza dei Miracoli and the Piazza dei Cavalieri, which boast the sublime Pisa Baptistry and Duomo, a marvel of Romanesque architecture. Travelers short on time can combine a visit to Pisa with whistle-stop tours of Lucca, Siena, San Gimignano, and Florence, all of which travel through the serene Tuscan countryside.
The Basics
Due to the Leaning Tower of Pisa's global renown and unstable subsoil, tickets to the 12th-century tower are strictly limited and visits are timed. With that, booking in advance is a must and skip-the-line tickets are highly recommended—jumping a long queue could save you hours of precious sightseeing time.
All Pisa tours cover the Leaning Tower, generally depart from Florence or Rome, and often include other Pisa sights such as the Piazza dei Miracoli and the Piazza dei Cavalieri, which boast the sublime Pisa Baptistry and Duomo, a marvel of Romanesque architecture. Travelers short on time can combine a visit to Pisa with whistle-stop tours of Lucca, Siena, San Gimignano, and Florence, all of which travel through the serene Tuscan countryside.
Things to Know Before You Go
How to Get to the Leaning Tower of Pisa
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is located on Piazza dei Miracoli, locally known as Piazza del Duomo (Cathedral Square). From Pisa Central, take either the LAM verde, 2, 4, or 13 metro line to station Pacinotti 1, from where the tower is about a 10-minute walk. From Florence, the RV Express train departs for Pisa every 30 minutes and takes one hour; from Rome, take a direct train to Firenze and make your connection to Pisa from there. If arriving in Livorno by cruise ship, catch a bus or metro into the city center and you'll find that direct, 15-minute trains to Pisa Central Station depart regularly.
When to Get There
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is open daily. Hours are from 9am to 6pm in November, February, and March; from 10am to 5pm in December and January; from 9am to 8pm from April to September; and from 10am to 7pm in October. If visiting in June, expect large crowds and festive euphoria in equal measure—La Luminara di San Ranieri celebrations take place on June 16, illuminating the city with thousands of candles and fireworks.
- Book skip-the-line tickets in advance to avoid disappointment and dodge the long lines.
- Opt for a private tour of Pisa, Tuscany, or the Cinque Terre to travel with a tour guide who will customize your itinerary.
- Children under the age of 6 are not permitted to ascend the tower.
How to Get to the Leaning Tower of Pisa
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is located on Piazza dei Miracoli, locally known as Piazza del Duomo (Cathedral Square). From Pisa Central, take either the LAM verde, 2, 4, or 13 metro line to station Pacinotti 1, from where the tower is about a 10-minute walk. From Florence, the RV Express train departs for Pisa every 30 minutes and takes one hour; from Rome, take a direct train to Firenze and make your connection to Pisa from there. If arriving in Livorno by cruise ship, catch a bus or metro into the city center and you'll find that direct, 15-minute trains to Pisa Central Station depart regularly.
When to Get There
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is open daily. Hours are from 9am to 6pm in November, February, and March; from 10am to 5pm in December and January; from 9am to 8pm from April to September; and from 10am to 7pm in October. If visiting in June, expect large crowds and festive euphoria in equal measure—La Luminara di San Ranieri celebrations take place on June 16, illuminating the city with thousands of candles and fireworks.
Address: Piazza del Duomo, Pisa, Tuscany 56126, Italy
Hours: Daily April–Sept 9am–8pm; Oct 10am–7pm; Dec–Jan 10am–5pm; Nov, Feb–March 9am–6pm
Admission: Tower climb €30
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Leaning Tower of Pisa Afternoon Tickets
Visit the legendary Leaning Tower of Pisa with this afternoon skip-the-line admission ticket. Sail past long queues, hand in your ticket, and then ascend up the famous tower for this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Bring your camera to capture the commanding views of Pisa.
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Leaning Tower of Pisa Afternoon Tickets
Visit the legendary Leaning Tower of Pisa with this afternoon skip-the-line admission ticket. Sail past long queues, hand in your ticket, and then ascend up the famous tower for this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Bring your camera to capture the commanding views of Pisa.
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Pisa all inclusive: Baptistery, Cathedral and Leaning Tower guided tour
Get a comprehensive tour of Miracle Square on this walking excursion in Pisa. With a guide leading the way, you'll follow a carefully curated itinerary that ensures you hit all the landmarks such as the Cathedral and the Baptistery. This tour includes valuable skip-the-line entry to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, saving you tons of vacation time.
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Skip-the-line Leaning Tower of Pisa Guided Small-Group Tour
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Private Pisa Discovery Walking Tour with Leaning Tower Access
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Square of Miracles guided tour with Leaning Tower ticket (option)
The UNESCO–listed Piazza dei Miracoli, or Square of Miracles, boasts some of Pisa’s most impressive architecture—with hidden secrets dating back to the medieval era. On this tour, explore the square with your guide and hear the histories of top attractions including the historic Baptistery. Visit 12th-century Pisa Cathedral, and upgrade your tour to climb the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.
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2.5-Hour Skip-the-Line Pisa and Leaning Tower Family Tour
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Explore Pisa City with Skip-The-Line Leaning Tower Climbing
Explore Pisa without the hassle of planning on a walking tour of the city’s highlights, from the Square of Miracles to Pisa Cathedral. In addition to navigating, your guide offers little-known facts and anecdotes about Pisa’s ancient history. Enjoy priority access to the Leaning Tower of Pisa with a skip-the-line admission ticket, allowing you to breeze past notoriously long entrance queues.
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Best of Pisa Guided Walking Tour with Leaning Tower Entry Ticket
Explore Pisa and get a unique look at the Leaning Tower on this exciting tour. After getting a photo trying to 'hold up' the Leaning Tower, discover the rest of Piazza dei Miracoli and the incredible cathedral that sits on the square. Then head back the Leaning Tower and climb it all the way to the top.
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Best of Pisa guided tour with Leaning Tower tickets (option)
Experience the Tuscan city of Pisa on this excursion. Visit the cathedral, the baptistery, and the legendary leaning tower, where you can purchase a ticket to climb its 294 steps. Learn about the iconic structure’s history from an informative guide and explore Old Town, Dante Square, Garibaldi Square, and other important landmarks.
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Skip-the-Line Private Tour of Leaning Tower & Pisa Top Attractions w Local Guide
With this tour, enjoy skip-the-line access to the Leaning Tower, saving time and making it easier to navigate the oft-crowded Piazza dei Miracoli. Then, take a deep dive into the history and architecture of the tower along with the adjacent cathedral and baptistery by visiting with a private guide.
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Pisa guided tour and Wine tasting with Leaning Tower ticket (option)
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Florence & Pisa: small-group / skip-the-line / minimal walking to sites!
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Pisa Segway Tour
Explore Pisa on this comprehensive 3-hour Segway tour. Led by a local guide, glide through the Piazza dei Miracoli to see the Duomo, Baptistery and the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa. Check out where Galileo once studied at the Sapienza Palace and hear the history behind the Scuola Normale as you pass through Knights’ Square. Numbers are limited to eight people to ensure an intimate experience.
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Private Full-Day Shore Excursion to Florence and Pisa from Livorno
When your cruise ship docks in Livorno, visit two of Tuscany’s most famous cities with this combo shore excursion to Florence and Pisa. Travel in the comfort of a private vehicle, heading first to Florence for a guided walking tour of the remarkably preserved medieval center and a visit to the famous Accademia Gallery to ogle Michelangelo's ‘David’ and other Renaissance masterpieces. In Pisa, see the Leaning Tower and enjoy several hours of free time to explore the other magnificent monuments of Piazza dei Miracoli.
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Skip-the-Line Private Tour of Leaning Tower & Pisa highlights with Local Guide
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Skip-the-Line Tour of Pisa Leaning Tower & City Highlights with Private Guide
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Pisa and Leaning Tower Guided Tour
Climb to the top of Italy’s world-famous Leaning Tower with Skip The Line Tickets and take photographs of the stunning views of the surrounding areas.
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I’ll tell you about the history of Pisa along the way, to prepare you for the wonderful palaces that dominate the riverbank and the central Piazza Garibaldi with its stunning view. Borgo Stretto is next, then Piazza delle Vettovaglie where I’ll show you the old medieval tower houses and the gorgeous Piazza dei Cavalieri.
We’ll finish the tour with a boom at the Field of Miracles, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can admire the spectacular Leaning Tower of Pisa there, and I’m sure you’ll be impressed by the beauty of the Cathedral and the Baptistery.
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Learn the fascinating history of the Ancient Maritime Republic of Pisa with your own private tour guide, and appreciate all that this intriguing Tuscan city has to offer.
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An english speaking driver will tell you what you will see in this tour. All the vehicles are very good and new, well cleaned and you have just to enjoy your transfer. When you arrive, you can feel and taste the atmosphere of the Italian city,and if you like, we can pass trough a country street, to have a little bit of Tuscany country taste!
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