Florence and Pisa Shore Excursion from La Spezia
From€54
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
Unknown location
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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Excellent trip
Our guide, Martina, was fantastic and super organised and the trip was seamless from beginning to end. Grazia Martina!!
Escape48689928926Jul 5, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Florence and Pisa Day Trip
Our Florence and Pisa tour was fantastic. Our guide, Lorenzo, kept everything running effortlessly, maintaining great control of the large group while still keeping the atmosphere relaxed and fun. Highly recommended if you have a short time in Florence and Pisa.
Belinda_LJul 3, 2026VIATOR
Wonderful full day
Our guide nic name Keiko, was wonderful! He was very knowledgeable of area. Bus was very comfortable. Everyone enjoyed. It was very nice to be on your where our language was spoken clearly so we could get the most experience. My only negative would say we did not get nearly enough time in Pisa. It is a beautiful place and we only had one hour. Not nearly enough time to see anything but outside of leaning tower.
Kolleen_HJul 3, 2026VIATOR
Excellent tour, super knowledgeable staff. So efficient and friendly. A great way to explore Florence and Pisa.
Excesetvoce, efficient, clear, clear, so knowledgeable. Overall an excellent experience. I would highly recommend. Kieko was an excellent tour guide.
JacquelineIbrahimJul 2, 2026TRIPADVISOR
La Spezia to Florence and Pisa Excursion for cruisers and landlubbers!
Keep in mind it was extremely hot, 42 degrees Celsius and my husband has neuropathy in his feet, there was a Lot of walking as we left bus area and followed a walking tour with Marina our host. We finally decided to separate from the walking tour and explored Florence on our own. We enjoyed lunch and took a taxi back to bus. That worked for us. Marina was very knowledgeable and shared lots of info about the surrounding areas as we drove the 2.5 hours to Florence from La Spezia. She explained in detail about the points of interest on a map provided. She was patient with all of us and easy to understand in English. A final note: we were staying in La Spezia; not on the cruise. We were able to join this tour designed for people on the cruise line and simply met them outside the cruise terminal. It all worked!
785janiJul 2, 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.