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Florence and Pisa Shore Excursion from La Spezia

From€45.9
9 hours
La Spezia, Italy

About this activity

Experience the best of Florence and Pisa in a single day with guided tours and free time for exploration.

Highlights

  • Marvel at Florence's Duomo and Uffizi Gallery
  • Snap a photo with Pisa's Leaning Tower
  • Explore Florence's Ponte Vecchio bridge
  • Discover Pisa's Piazza dei Miracoli
  • Enjoy free time for shopping and dining

Full description

Discover the artistic treasures of Florence and the architectural marvels of Pisa on this comprehensive shore excursion from La Spezia. Begin your journey with a comfortable round-trip ride to Florence, where you'll be guided through the city's historic center, showcasing landmarks like the Duomo and the Uffizi Gallery. Afterward, head to Pisa to witness the iconic Leaning Tower and explore the Piazza dei Miracoli. Enjoy ample free time in both cities to shop, dine, and immerse yourself in the local culture. This excursion offers a perfect blend of guided insights and personal exploration, ensuring a memorable day in two of Italy's most renowned cities.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transportation from La Spezia to Florence and Pisa
  • Guided tours of Florence and Pisa's iconic landmarks
  • Free time for shopping and dining in both cities
  • Meals and beverages during the tour

Itinerary

1

Pass by: Be sure to be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure time, at the meeting point you will find the staff wearing a GREEN T-Shirt. No refund will be give in case of late coming

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

See the most important landmarks of the city center like the fabulous marble Dome with its bell tower, the Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge) and the Signoria Square, the tour will terminate a the characteristic Central Market where you will have the opportunity to taste many local dishes and by excellent local products.

Duration: 3h 30mAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

Pass by: By choosing the dedicated tour option, your journey through the history of art with the entrance to the Accademia Museum in Florence. Here you can admire Michelangelo's original statue of David , a masterpiece that embodies the artistic perfection of the Renaissance. In addition to the David, the museum houses unfinished sculptures that reveal the artist's creative process, and a collection of paintings and ancient musical instruments that further enrich the experience. The Accademia offers you a unique immersion in the art and culture of a timeless Florence, making your experience even more special.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4

Pass by: Admire Florence Cathedral and its complex which includes the Baptistery and Giotto's Campanile. These three buildings are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5

Pass by: Walk through Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge) a medieval stone closed-spandrel segmental arch bridge noted for the shops built along it.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
6

Pass by: Visit Central Market, one of the results from the time of risanamento, during the late nineteenth century. Inside, is possible to find primary ingredients of Tuscan cuisine, fruits and vegetable stands as well as nuts and spices. Outside, you can find leather goods.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
7

Pass by: Walk through this square in front of the Palazzo Vecchio, also shared with the Loggia della Signoria. It is the main point of the origin and history of the Florentine Republic and gateway to Uffizi Gallery.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
8

Fall in love with Pisa and the amazing Piazza Dei Miracoli: the most popular attraction in Pisa where you will have free time to visit the Leaning Tower, the Cathedral and the Baptistery or realaxing In the green meadow under the shadow of one of this monument. You can also choose the option that includes Leaning Tower Entrance

Duration: 1h 30mAdmission: NO
9

Pass by: Admire the largest baptistery in Italy, it is 54 m high, with a diameter of 34, built from 1152 to 1363

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
10

Enter the oldest of the three structures in the plaza followed by the Pisa Baptistry and the Leaning Tower.

Duration: 20 minAdmission: NO
11

If selected you have the chance to climb this iconical tower, known for its nearly four-degree lean, the result of an unstable foundation.

Duration: 40 minAdmission: NO
12

Pass by: Look at Monumental Cemetery, where the legend claims that bodies buried in that ground will rot in just 24 hour.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
13

Pass by: Back at the same place where you left

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for weather conditions
  • Be prepared for a full day of walking and sightseeing
  • Confirm your booking and departure details in advance

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for city exploration
  • Bring a camera to capture iconic landmarks
  • Carry a water bottle to stay hydrated during the tour

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Departure times are subject to change due to arrival to Cruise ships
  • Please, specify Ship Name and Boarding time
  • The oder of visit may change, please contact our local staff to confirm.
  • Be sure to be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure time, at the meeting point you will find the staff wearing a GREEN T-Shirt. No refund will be give in case of late coming
  • If your ship makes an itinerary change or schedule change and you arrive in a different port or in a different schedule, please do not assume your tour has been cancelled. your tour will be schedule for the new port or for the new timing. Please call our representative to confirm the new details.
  • Meeting point just outside the cruise terminal
  • Return in time to the ship guaranteed.
  • Pisa tower: entry is not allowed for children under the age of 8 (completed or to be completed in the current year)
  • Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the entrance time at the Accademia Gallery ticket office
  • If you have selected Accademia Option, you receive an exclusive ENTRY CODE by your escort the day of the excursion.
  • Present the ENTRY CODE at the Accademia Gallery Box Office in order to collect your ticket
  • In the event of changes to the itinerary due to events not directly dependent on our company, entrance tickets to the Accademia Museum cannot be refunded.

Traveler reviews

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Great shore excursion!

Great tour! If you want to see both Pisa and Florence in one day off of a cruise ship this is the way to do it. We wish we had more time in Florence but knew we would be a bit rushed given that we wanted to do both cities. The value for money is great. Would definitely recommend this tour if you’re in La Spezia coming off a cruise ship! Also our whole tour was from our ship so definitely helped ease our minds when it came to timing.

Julia_GMay 24, 2026VIATOR

Fun Day Tour

Our guide Alessandro was very good and kept the day moving. This tour is a lot of walking, which we enjoyed, but it did seem challenging for others. The Accademia Gallery is amazing and a must see.

MarlaswMay 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

We enjoyed our experience...

We enjoyed our experience very much mainly because the tour guide Frederico was excellent. He was very helpful from the start great knowledge of the area with good humour and approachable throughout.

Susan_CMay 9, 2026VIATOR

To large a group on bus....

To large a group on bus. All we did was try to work our way through overcrowded tourist. Our tour guide was very good.

Warren_GMay 4, 2026VIATOR

Great experience and much cheaper than with the cruise company.

Excellent excursion. Comfortable coach ride to Florence and Pisa. Tour guide Marina was excellent. Made sure everyone was looked after.

R1496IFchristopherbApr 30, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Departure times are subject to change due to arrival to Cruise ships Please, specify Ship Name and Boarding time The oder of visit may change, please contact our local staff to confirm. Be sure to be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure time, at the meeting point you will find the staff wearing a GREEN T-Shirt. No refund will be give in case of late coming If your ship makes an itinerary change or schedule change and you arrive in a different port or in a different schedule, please do not assume your tour has been cancelled. your tour will be schedule for the new port or for the new timing. Please call our representative to confirm the new details. Meeting point just outside the cruise terminal Return in time to the ship guaranteed. Pisa tower: entry is not allowed for children under the age of 8 (completed or to be completed in the current year) Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the entrance time at the Accademia Gallery ticket office If you have selected Accademia Option, you receive an exclusive ENTRY CODE by your escort the day of the excursion. Present the ENTRY CODE at the Accademia Gallery Box Office in order to collect your ticket In the event of changes to the itinerary due to events not directly dependent on our company, entrance tickets to the Accademia Museum cannot be refunded.
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