Destination:
Port/City:
Florence/Pisa(Livorno),Italy
Activity Type:
Sightseeing and/or City Tours
Approximate Duration:
3 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
Prices starting from:
*59.00 USD (Adult)
*39.00 USD (Child)
*0.00 USD (Infant)
Restrictions: N/A |
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The cities of Tuscany produced many of the marvels of the Renaissance. Pisa, one of the greatest trading and sea powers in the Mediterranean during the 11th century, harbors much of this magnificence. You'll pass just outside of the port town of Livorno for a 30-minute drive to the once-powerful city of Pisa. Upon arrival, a short walk will take you to the Field of Miracles, where you will see one of the world's most amazing sights the Campanile, or Leaning Tower. This famous Bell Tower leans more than 16 feet out of perpendicular! Efforts to stabilize the building are made constantly together with a continued monitoring process of the structure.
Your guide will explain the significance of each of the magnificent buildings in the Piazza. The facade of the Cathedral is in Tuscan-Romanesque style, but the striped black and white arches inside may have been inspired by Moslem work. The architecture of the circular Baptistery is equally fascinating, Romanesque below and Gothic above. (Entrance to the Baptistery and Cathedral is not included.) You'll have time at your leisure to explore and with many photo opportunities within the Field of Miracles.
Note: Guests must be able to walk approximately 0.5 mile over paved flat surfaces with 5 steps into the Cathedral and extended periods of standing and waiting. The walking distance between the Field of Miracles in Pisa and the parking area is approximately 15 minutes each way. An escort will accompany the coach to/from Pisa to answer questions and a local guide will be met once in Pisa for the guided portion of the tour. Please note that you will not visit the interior of the Leaning Tower on this tour. Entrance to the Tower is approximately 15.00 Euros per person. Tickets have a specific entrance time and guests should be aware that this time may not be within your stay in Pisa. The Cathedral is closed on Sundays, during special events and mass services. Photography is not permitted inside the Cathedral. If you wish to independently visit the Baptistery, the Cathedral or Campo Santo, an admission fee is required, so plan to carry local currency (Euros) with you. |
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