From Rome to Tuscany: Discover Florence and Pisa in One Day
Description
• Cross the Ponte Vecchio, the only bridge in Florence that was not destroyed in World War II and know why. • Behold the octagonal dome of the Cathedral of Santa Maria di Fiori, made of 4 million bricks and discover how Brunelleschi managed to raise this work that seemed impossible for the time. • Walk around Piazza della Signoria where the thermal facilities were located in Roman times and where an identical copy indicates the original location of Michelangelo's David. • Learn curious facts about the Tower of Pisa, did you know that it started by leaning in one direction and then continued to lean in the opposite direction?
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Square with green areas and the emblematic leaning tower and majestic cathedral of Pisa, with marble bands. Spend some free time here to take funny pictures.
The Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, in the center of Piazza dei Miracoli is a medieval Catholic cathedral dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin, the episcopal seat of the Italian city of Pisa
Did you know that it started by leaning in one direction and then continued to lean in the opposite direction? From here we will go back to the bus and start the journey to Florence
The first stop in Florence will be Piazza Santa Croce. The centerpiece of this square is the Basilica di Santa Croce, one of the most important Franciscan churches in Italy. It is known for its distinctive Gothic architecture and is the final resting place for some of Italy's most illustrious figures, including Michelangelo, Galileo Galilei, Niccolò Machiavelli, and Dante Alighieri.
Discover the wonderful Piazza del Duomo, the main square in the heart of Florence. It is renowned for its stunning architecture and is surrounded by some of the city's most iconic landmarks like the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore or the Giotto's Campanile. Here you will have free time to walk around the city and discover it on your own.
Commonly known as Il Duomo, this iconic cathedral is renowned for its distinctive dome designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, which is considered an architectural masterpiece of the Renaissance. It is famous for its red-tiled dome, the marble façade, and Giotto's bell tower.
This spectacular temple from the 15th century is a Dominican church with frescoes by Gothic and early Renaissance masters.
Walk over the Vecchio Bridge and discover the history behind the shops that line both sides. They are built on the bridge and have historically been used by merchants, especially jewelers and goldsmiths. The tents are suspended over the river and are supported by columns.
Piazza della Signoria is the central square of Florence, in Tuscany, Italy. It is the seat of civil power with the "Old Palace" and is the heart of the city's social life.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- It is mandatory that children under 11 years old seat on a baby car seat. Amigo Tours can not provide it. Please bring your own baby car seat.
- This tour has a very tight itinerary and the distances in the cities are great. From Rome to Pisa there is a 4h ride and the same back from Florence. We do not recommend it for people with mobility problems. The pace of the visit is demanding.
- Please note, this tour travels between the cities by bus, and you will be on this bus for several hours. Specifically the journey from Rome to Pisa lasts approximately 4 hours, and the same for the return to Rome from Florence
- You will enjoy Pisa and Florence at your own pace, but you can always count on your tour leader for any doubt or requirement.
- If you have chosen the audioguide option in Florence we will send you the instructions to download it when your booking is confirmed. Please note an Android (version 5.0 and later) or iOS smartphone is required. The audio tour is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Mini 1st generation
- To download the audio guide on the bus, you will need an internet conection.
- It is recommended to bring headphones for a better experience.
- It is mandatory that children under 11 years old sit in a baby car seat. Amigo Tours can not provide it. Please bring your own baby car seat.
Reviews(1,214)
It was a very good experience.Sara was our tour guide and very helpful in explaining every detail about all spots in Pisa and Florence and we could easily navigate through the city
Sara, our guide was very kind, sweet and informative. She gave clear, precise instructions and was very knowledgeable about the history of Pisa and Florence. We had an amazing experience today.
Very good .Guide was very friendly and informative ,kept the group in good spirits despite the sweltering weather
Great experience for the value
A LOT of walking! But a great tour. Roberto was very informative and knowledgeable. Loved it! Would recommend
Tour lasted 14.5 hours long. Highlight was seeing the leaning tower of Pisa. The rest of the trip was average to below average. In Florence, we were informed that tour busses aren’t allowed into the heart of the city so we were dropped off over a mile away. That is a long way to walk in 38C/100+F heat. Mind you, that’s just one way, and we walked over a mile back. I mention this because nowhere in the tour description does it mention this and it significantly detracts from the experience and should be given serious consideration before booking this tour.
Dora was amazing, please give her a raise.
This was a great tour, Dora was amazing, we were able to enjoy our day at Pisa and Florence. Dora gave us great recommendations to eat and it was one of our favorite food. Our group was pretty big and Dora was able to keep us together. Would do this again.
Everything was excellent, the guide was an exceptional person
Great trip, fuss free and Roberto was fun and full of information
