Pisa and Lucca Day Trip from Florence

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Duration:9 hours (approx.)
Location: Florence, Tuscany

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Discover the elegant cities of Pisa and Lucca, on a Tuscany day trip from Florence! With an expert tour leader, explore the Pisa square of Piazza dei Miracoli to see Pisa Baptistry and the legendary Leaning Tower of Pisa, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit Pisa Duomo to learn about its history, and then spend the afternoon in nearby Lucca, one of Tuscany’s lesser-known gems. Enjoy a walking tour, seeing Piazza dell 'Anfiteatro, Lucca Cathedral and more, and finish with a slice of 'buccellato,' Lucca’s signature cake.

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1. Florence
Discover two of Italy’s most symbolic towns - Pisa and Lucca! Meet your tour guide at Piazzale Montelungo Bus Terminal. Piazzale Montelungo is located 5-10 minutes walking distance from Santa Maria Novella train station. Find your seat on the comfortable coach bus, sit and relax, and prepare to depart for Pisa! The drive will take about two hours, and your guide will share some useful and interesting information about the city and its landmarks before your arrival. If you have any questions, your expert guide will be there to assist you!
2. Pisa
When you arrive, your guide will lead you directly to the ancient gate surrounding the Square of Miracles. When you enter, you will be greeted by a breathtaking panorama - white, marble buildings dominating a square of perfect, green lawns. The intricate architecture is unbelievable, and you will not be able to resist immediately taking photos!
3. Piazza dei Miracoli
Your group will meet an expert, local guide, who will introduce you to the fascinating history of this square and its monuments. Embark on a captivating walking tour through history, as you learn all about the monuments in a fun and vivid way. Your guide will lead you to all of the buildings in the square - you can admire the exteriors of the large Baptistery and the Monumental Graveyard. Then, follow your guide into the incredible Cathedral to learn more.
4. Duomo di Pisa
Next, follow your guide into the Pisa Cathedral with your included skip-the-line ticket. You will discover the fascinating history of this Cathedral with its unique Romanesque architecture. The interiors of the Cathedral are equally beautiful with ancient frescoes and masterpieces by Nicola Pisano. As the natural light shines into the cathedral, it has a heavenly, unforgettable atmosphere.
5. Leaning Tower of Pisa
There is no better place to end your walking tour of Pisa than in front of the world-famous Leaning Tower! Your guide will explain why it is leaning and what makes this tower so special. Then you will have some time to explore Pisa independently. Alternatively, you can enhance your experience by skipping-the-line to climb the Leaning Tower. Quickly enter and make your way to the top! Then, admire the stunning and diverse views of Pisa from above the rooftops of these ancient buildings. Enjoy the breeze from the top of the Leaning Tower and take some fun photos before heading back down!
6. Lucca
After exploring the symbolic town of Pisa, you will head to nearby Lucca. In about thirty minutes, you will arrive in this historical gem of Western Tuscany. Lucca is most famous for its Renaissance walls, which encompass the entire city. Your guide will lead you through the picturesque, medieval streets until you reach the center. A professional walking tour guide will meet your group to lead you throughout the city. You will visit the most famous and fascinating sites of the city. Also known as the “city of 100 churches,” Lucca has a surplus of incredible things to see! Your guide will take you on a journey through the history of the city as you visit the most beautiful sites you can imagine! You will also spend a portion of your tour walking along the city walls, so you can admire views of Lucca from above the rooftops of the building with lovely panoramic views. Your city tour will last for two hours as you discover the historical wonders and picturesque sights.
7. Piazza Anfiteatro
A must-see in Lucca is Piazza dell’Anfiteatro. Not only is this a stunning and lively square, but it is also one of the most historic parts of the city, filled with stories and legends. This square was first constructed in the 1st century AD and then continued to flourish throughout the centuries. Your guide will explain how it transformed from an amphitheatre, to a vibrant market, to the restaurant-lined square it is today! Any curious questions you may have, your guide will be happy to answer.
8. Lucca's Duomo (Cattedrale di San Martino)
After visiting various sites and monuments in Lucca, your guide will finish the tour in front of the city’s iconic Duomo - Cathedral of San Martino. This ancient church has fascinating origins from the Roman era. Your guide will dive into the history with you as you admire the stunning architecture outside the church. Enhance your tour by adding entry to the Cathedral (not included in the tour package).
9. Florence
Enjoy some time to independently explore Lucca after the walking tour finishes. Grab any last minute souvenirs before heading back to Florence. The drive will take about 1 hour, and you will return in the early evening.

ADDITIONAL INFO

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Kindly note that the Pisa and Lucca Semi independent option does not include the local guides in Pisa and in Lucca
• Please note that the Cathedral of Pisa is now free and, on extremely crowded days, it will not be possible to visit its interior due to a long queue. In such cases, we will offer a tour of Piazza Cavalieri instead
• From November to March (Low Season): The tour is always confirmed in English and Spanish. The minimum required to confirm the tour in Italian, French and Portuguese is 4 pax
• From April to October (High Season): The tour is always confirmed in English and Spanish. Italian, French and Portuguese are confirmed as follows: PORTUGUESE: Tuesday - min 2 pax FRENCH: Thursday - min 2 pax ITALIAN: Saturday - min 2 pax

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Posted By : christingle2
Packed a lot in during both visits through the day, Roberto was very organised and informative which made for a smooth visit. It was very hot so the Lucca visit didn't seem to have everyone's attention which wasn't the best mix when the individual tour guide for Lucca (Anna) delivered a stream of reasonably interesting facts in a very matter of fact way - could have been more engaging tbh but we felt sorry for her as the group were clearly tired. Nice coach with indispensable aircon! Pisa was nice but really just confined to the square with Tower and Baptistry - top tip you only have 30 mins to grab something to eat before departing to Lucca if you chose to go up the tower so bring a packed lunch as we did
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Posted On : 2024-06-20 11:19:56

Posted By : Timothy H
Aldo and Roberto provided a safe and informative ride to and from our destinations. Roberto kept us organized and on time. Anna provided a good tour of Pisa. Without it, I’m not sure what we would have done beyond photos of the tower. Her tour was informative and she kept us engaged. Lucca was a beautiful town with more to offer when it comes to walking through town with shops, cafes, etc…. This tour was a little dry. Still enjoyed the trip overall.
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Posted On : 2024-06-20 11:08:29

Posted By : Carl_E
Trip to Pisa was great, just enough time to see everything. Very beautiful to see the leaning tower and the cathedral, which was very beautiful. Luca could be better as far as tour itself. Luca is a cute town, but people really just wanted to shop and enjoy not the listen to the boring tour.
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Posted On : 2024-06-03 08:50:37

Posted By : Charles_G
Great tour of the Miracle Square and climbed the iconic Leaning Tower! Lucca was very interesting. Roberto brought each place to life and we would definitely recommend this tour.
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Posted On : 2024-05-19 21:29:06

Posted By : James_A
Trip was good, just enough time in Pisa and Lucca. Pass of to diff tour guides was odd and uncomfortable and a bit confusing due to English /Spanish combination. Suggest English only if picking similar tour
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Posted On : 2024-05-19 15:46:08

Posted By : jogB8060JW
Paolo and Roberto were wonderful! Roberto did a great job taking care of us and making sure everyone knew the expectations and information. This was very important when there are a lot of people to keep the tour on time. Roberto was very knowledgeable and went above and beyond giving us the tour in Lucca. He should get a raise! Highly recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-05-18 14:32:39

Posted By : charlesgH5902PT
Such a great tour of Pisa and Lucca! We booked the guided tour and the Tower. Just excellent! Roberto was very helpful and informative and then totally saved the day when a guide did not show. Highly recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-05-18 12:57:06

Posted By : Sherpa21730437876
Wonderful walk with spectacular views and the history of these cities that are thousands of years old! The guide Roberto is great, also the guides of Pisa and Luca
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Posted On : 2024-05-18 11:38:19

Posted By : Bridget_M
Roberta is the best tour guide ever! We are a party of ten people, including children and elderly parents with mobility issues. It rained BUCKETS all day long, and we were cold, hungry and soaked by the time we got to Lucca. We didn’t want to take part in the second half of the walking tour, but get lunch and sit inside somewhere instead. Roberta advocated on our behalf for a lunch spot to stay open a little later so we could eat, and helped us after the tour ended with transportation. She was a lifesaver.
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Posted On : 2024-05-05 04:07:55

Posted By : JackeoBrambila
Very good guide Gabriel and driver Constantino excellent. Recommended... the landscapes and very beautiful cities in our experience we liked Pisa more... but Lucca is also magnificent.
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Posted On : 2024-05-04 10:40:50