🗼 Tuscany, Italy
Things to do in Pisa
The Leaning Tower and a perfect medieval square
Pisa is best known for its tilting bell tower, but the whole Piazza dei Miracoli — tower, striped cathedral and baptistery on bright green lawns — is a stunning set piece. It’s a half-day sight, easy as a day trip from Florence, and home to the classic “holding up the tower” photo.
Time needed
Half a day
Best time
Year-round; spring and autumn are most pleasant
Region
Tuscany, Italy
Don’t miss
Climb the Leaning Tower
You can climb the 251 tilting steps to the top — tickets are timed and strictly limited, so book ahead. Even without climbing, the square is free to wander and the photo ops are the real draw.
Check availability on GetYourGuideTop things to do in Pisa
- The Leaning Tower — climb it, or pose for the classic photo on the lawn.Find tours
- The striped Duomo (cathedral) with its carved pulpit.Find tours
- The acoustically perfect Baptistery beside it.
- A quiet wander along the Arno, away from the square’s crowds.
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How to get to Pisa
From Florence it’s about an hour on frequent regional trains to Pisa Centrale, then a 20-minute walk or short bus to the square. It pairs well with Lucca or Cinque Terre.
Best time to visit
Year-round; spring and autumn are most pleasant. Early morning or late afternoon gives the best light and fewer crowds on the lawns.
Pisa tips
- Book the tower climb online in advance — slots sell out and you can’t buy on a whim.
- You leave bags in a free cloakroom to climb — no backpacks up the tower.
- Pair it with Lucca (30 minutes away) for a fuller, far less touristy day.
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