Best of Pisa: Small group tour with admission tickets
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Pisa, Italy
2 to 3 hours (approx.)
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Overview
*Choose the option that is best for you: add a climb of the leaning tower of Pisa with pre-reserved tickets, if you like.
*Head into the Cathedral and the Baptistery with your pre-reserved tickets.
*Benefit from the more personalized experience of a small group tour.
*Be inspired by an expert local guide in the language you choose.
*Take our walking tour at a relaxed pace to enjoy the spirit of Pisa.
*Discover the most famous architectural masterpieces of Pisa's religious center in one tour.
What's Included
- Pre-reserved tickets for the Baptistery
- Pre-reserved tickets for the leaning tower of Pisa (if chosen)
- Skip-the-line tickets for the cathedral
- Small group walking tour for a more personalized experience
- 2-hour guided tour with the option for an independent Tower Climb.
- Expert local guide with insider's knowledge
- Transport to the meeting spot
- Kids younger than 9 not allowed to climb the leaning tower. They can enjoy other parts of the tour.
Meeting Location
Meeting point
Piazza Arcivescovado
56126 Pisa PI, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
End point
Piazza del Duomo
56126 Pisa PI, Italy
We end the tour after the tower climb. You can choose to stay in the square for to explore further or have a rest in one of the restaurants nearby.
What To Expect
Pisa (Pass By)
Book our small group walking tour to discover Pisa, its famous monuments, and hidden treasures led by an expert local guide.Choose to have pre-reserved, skip-the-line tickets to climb the famous leaning tower of Pisa and make the most of your precious vacation time!
Piazza dei Miracoli
Discover one of the most important town centers, in regards to European medieval art, and one of the finest architectural complexes in the world.Listen as your guide tells you about this square in Pisa, dominated by four great religious edifices: the Cathedral, the Baptistry, the famous leaning tower, and the Camposanto Monument.Enjoy the highlights of Italian medieval architecture in the Square of Miracles on this comprehensive walking tour.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Duomo di Pisa
Enjoy a tour of the cathedral with pre-reserved tickets to enter hassle-free. See the magnificent marble mosaics inside, as well as the pointed arches that show a strong Byzantine influence.Learn about the astonishing decorations created by important Tuscan artists. Explore the medieval masterpieces inside the cathedral, the heart of Pisa.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Battistero di San Giovanni
Enter the Baptistery, built in unique and enigmatic style to complement the Cathedral, with pre-reserved tickets. Learn about the history of the largest baptistery ever built in Italy.Enjoy an exceptional and unexpected acoustic display led by the duty officer every 30 minutes, and you'll see how this building is much more than baptistery-- it's a monumental musical instrument!Your guide organizes the timing of the tour so you will never miss this aural experience inside the Baptistery.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Listen as your your guide explains why the famous Leaning Tower started to lean in the first place. At approximately 60m (180 feet) high, it serves as the bell tower of the cathedral. The tower was built to accommodate a total of seven main bells.Climb the 251 steps of the the famous leaning of Pisa (if the option is chosen) on your own with pre-reserved timed entry tickets.Either way, say goodbye to your guide with enough knowledge to truly enjoy the rest of your stay in Pisa.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Children under the age of 9 are not allowed to climb the leaning tower for safety reasons, but they can enjoy other parts of the tour.
- There are 251 steps to climb the tower. There is no lift.
- Children under the age of 9 are not allowed to climb the leaning tower for safety reasons, but they can enjoy other parts of the tour.
- Please note, the off season is often used as an opportunity for restorations, often unannounced.
- We kindly request that you arrive at the designated meeting point 5 to 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
- Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has started.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- Bags and backpacks must be stored in the cloakroom before climbing the tower (free of charge).
- Individuals wearing sleeveless shirts and shorts or skirts above the knees are not allowed inside the Cathedral.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please be aware the Cathedral of Pisa is an “operating” church, and it can be closed to visitors for any liturgical reason, even without warning (for the funeral of a Cardinal, for example).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best of Pisa: Small group tour with admission tickets?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-51192P87
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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Q:
What is the cancellation policy for the Best of Pisa: Small group tour with admission tickets?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Pre-reserved tickets for the Baptistery.
- Pre-reserved tickets for the leaning tower of Pisa (if chosen).
- Skip-the-line tickets for the cathedral.
- Small group walking tour for a more personalized experience.
- 2-hour guided tour with the option for an independent Tower Climb.
- Expert local guide with insider's knowledge.
The following is NOT included:
- Transport to the meeting spot.
- Kids younger than 9 not allowed to climb the leaning tower. They can enjoy other parts of the tour.
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Best of Pisa: Small group tour with admission tickets is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Children under the age of 9 are not allowed to climb the leaning tower for safety reasons, but they can enjoy other parts of the tour.
- There are 251 steps to climb the tower. There is no lift.
- Children under the age of 9 are not allowed to climb the leaning tower for safety reasons, but they can enjoy other parts of the tour.
- Please note, the off season is often used as an opportunity for restorations, often unannounced.
- We kindly request that you arrive at the designated meeting point 5 to 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
- Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has started.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- Bags and backpacks must be stored in the cloakroom before climbing the tower (free of charge).
- Individuals wearing sleeveless shirts and shorts or skirts above the knees are not allowed inside the Cathedral.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Best of Pisa: Small group tour with admission tickets will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Pre-reserved tickets for the Baptistery
- Pre-reserved tickets for the leaning tower of Pisa (if chosen)
- Skip-the-line tickets for the cathedral
- Small group walking tour for a more personalized experience
- 2-hour guided tour with the option for an independent Tower Climb.
- Expert local guide with insider's knowledge
- Transport to the meeting spot
- Kids younger than 9 not allowed to climb the leaning tower. They can enjoy other parts of the tour.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Children under the age of 9 are not allowed to climb the leaning tower for safety reasons, but they can enjoy other parts of the tour.
- There are 251 steps to climb the tower. There is no lift.
- Children under the age of 9 are not allowed to climb the leaning tower for safety reasons, but they can enjoy other parts of the tour.
- Please note, the off season is often used as an opportunity for restorations, often unannounced.
- We kindly request that you arrive at the designated meeting point 5 to 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
- Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has started.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- Bags and backpacks must be stored in the cloakroom before climbing the tower (free of charge).
- Individuals wearing sleeveless shirts and shorts or skirts above the knees are not allowed inside the Cathedral.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please be aware the Cathedral of Pisa is an “operating” church, and it can be closed to visitors for any liturgical reason, even without warning (for the funeral of a Cardinal, for example).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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