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Hear fascinating tales of the Tower, from Galileo’s experiments to its famous tilt, so you begin your solo climb with rich context and insight.
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Step inside the Cathedral as your guide brings its mosaics to life and reveals the symbolism behind the centuries-old pulpit that most visitors miss.
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Upgrade for a full guided tour of all 5 Pisa Complex monuments—hear the Baptistery’s acoustics, see frescoes at the Camposanto, and explore museum masterpieces, all brought to life by your guide in your preferred language.
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Guided tour to the exteriors of the Leaning Tower with timed-entry to climb independently
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Guided visit to the Cathedral
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An expert English, Spanish, Italian or German-speaking guide (as per option selected)
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Access to St. John's Baptistery, Camposanto, Opera del Duomo and Sinopie Musuems (as per option selected)
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Getting started
Meet your guide beneath the arch of Porta Santa Maria. After a quick check-in and ticket validation, your licensed guide will introduce the day’s highlights before leading you into the monumental complex.
What to expect
Step into the UNESCO-listed Piazza dei Miracoli, home to Pisa’s most celebrated architectural treasures. Your guide shares the stories and significance behind each monument, offering context that brings centuries of history to life.
Features
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Pisa Cathedral: Explore the Romanesque cathedral as your guide highlights its marble work, golden mosaics, and central role in Pisa’s religious and civic life.
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Leaning Tower of Pisa: Learn the story behind the leaning bell tower, its engineering challenges, and significance from your expert, then climb independently for panoramic city views.
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Upgrades: Enjoy a guided visit to St. John’s Baptistery to experience its famed acoustics and learn about its circular design and architectural style. Continue through the Camposanto’s cloisters, discovering frescoes and ancient sarcophagi with historical insights provided during the tour. Conclude your tour at the Opera del Duomo and Sinopie Museums, exploring original artworks and sketches.
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What's not allowed
- In order to preserve the tower, metal objects, bags, or containers are not allowed in.
Accessibility
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The climb involves 273 steep steps with no elevators, so it is not accessible for wheelchair users and guests with cardiovascular issues.
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For safety reasons, children under 8 cannot access the tower, and those aged 8-18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Additional information
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You’ll have 30 minutes total in the Tower, including your climb, time at the top, and descent.
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Your guide will share all insights before the Tower climb (not during), then join you inside the Cathedral for a fully guided experience.
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As the Cathedral is a place of worship, remember to wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Meeting Point
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Meet your guide at Porta Nuova/Santa Maria in Piazza Daniele Manin.
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Address: P.za Daniele Manin, 56126 Pisa PI, Italy.
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Your guide will wait for you under the Porta Nuova/Santa Maria arch in Piazza Daniele Manin. At the meeting point look for the DiscoveryPisa flag.
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