Pisa Cathedral Guided Tour + Leaning Tower
Description
Art and architecture come together on this guided tour of the Pisa Cathedral and the Piazza dei Miracoli, one of the main visitor attractions in Tuscany.
Guided Tour of the Cathedral + Leaning Tower
The tour begins in Piazza Manin, in front of the Porta Santa Maria Arch, which serves as the entrance to the Piazza dei Miracoli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring many famous monuments in Pisa. The tour includes visits to St. John's Baptistery, the largest in Italy, with its Romanesque architecture and Gothic dome. Participants will also learn about the architecture as they walk along the cemetery walls before entering the cathedral for a guided tour that begins with its construction in the 11th century. The tour covers the church's history and artistic features, including mosaics, paintings, a detailed tiled ceiling, marble sculptures, and a grand pulpit.
Climb the Leaning Tower of Pisa
During the booking process, you can opt to climb the Leaning Tower of Pisa, which is a 30-minute unguided visit. Tickets provided will allow access to the top of the bell tower for views while avoiding long lines at the entrance.
Children Under 8
For safety reasons, children under 8 may not climb the leaning tower. The tower is also not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Temporary Closures of the Cathedral
It may occasionally not be possible to visit the cathedral due to the celebration of a special mass.
What's included
- English–speaking guide
- Entry to the Pisa Cathedral
- Entry to the Leaning Tower (optional)
What's not included
- Entry to the Baptistry or Cemetery (will be seen from outside)
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Most areas are accessible. Accessible toilets. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Important information
Our tour begins in Piazza Manin, in front of the Porta Santa Maria Arch, which forms the entrance to the Piazza dei Miracoli. The guide will be waiting for you, carrying a flag with the 'Discovery Pisa' logo on it. Please be on time.
For those who choose the option to climb the leaning tower, we will give you the tickets at the beginning of the tour, so you can climb the tower afterwards. Once you've finished the guided visit to the cathedral and Piazza dei Miracoli, you may climb the tower. This visit will be unguided and will last an estimated 30 minutes.
Additional Info
- Dress code: it is important to note that in order to access the monument, everyone's shoulders, back, and from the knee down must be covered
- For safety reasons, children under 8 may not climb the leaning tower
- The climb up to the tower is not wheelchair accessible
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