Tower of Pisa

What can I say. It is still one of the amazing wonders of the world and we got to climb up the interior and overlook the plaza and surrounding area. Breathtaking. It was scorching hot and of course tourist everywhere were posing for the classic shot. There is more to the area then just the tower including an amazing Basically, museum and other historical buildings.

For whatever reason, this was not nearly as busy as I expected it to be. Yes, it was touristy, but not bad at all. The grounds and surrounding area was beautifully maintained. The tower itself is amazing to see, AND there’s a gelato shop in front of it — I think about it all the time since coming home from my trip. This was a very cool stop along the way from Milan to Rome — highly recommend.

A quick stop to Pisa from Rome or anywhere else is worth it. My mom and I visited for about 4 hours before heading to Florence. We entered all the buildings except the tower and it was fun. So much people doing funny poses with the leaning tower is fun to see. Will visit again but this time buy tickets to climb the steps up the tower.

Didn’t go inside, but honestly, just seeing the Leaning Tower in person was enough! It’s one of those landmarks you’ve seen in a million photos, but standing there in front of it feels totally different. It really does lean way more than you’d expect, kind of surreal. The whole area around it is beautiful too, with the cathedral and green lawns. It’s lively, full of tourists trying to get their “holding up the tower” photo (of course I got mine too lol). Even without going up, it’s 100% worth the visit. Just sitting on the grass and soaking it all in was such a nice experience. Most people come to Pisa to just check this out, and they’re 100% right to do so. Next time I’d love to go inside, but even from the outside, it was memorable and fun.

Fantastic views of the city! We booked in advance and queued up at our time slot - nice and easy. It was not too busy either on a Friday morning. Certainly worth the trip and the ticket gets you into the other museums in the area so well worth it.

A Timeless Wonder – The Leaning Tower of Pisa Visiting the Leaning Tower of Pisa was truly an unforgettable experience. This architectural marvel is far more than just a leaning structure—it's a symbol of history, resilience, and stunning design. Standing in front of it, you're immediately struck by its elegant white marble, intricate Romanesque details, and the surreal beauty of its tilt, which somehow makes it even more captivating. Climbing to the top is a must—the panoramic view of the Piazza dei Miracoli and the city of Pisa is absolutely breathtaking. You can feel the centuries of history beneath your feet as you ascend the spiral staircase. The entire area around the tower is also remarkably charming, filled with lush green lawns, majestic cathedrals, and a vibrant atmosphere. Whether you're a lover of architecture, history, or simply beauty, the Leaning Tower of Pisa will leave you in awe. It's not just a monument—it's a masterpiece.

Of all of the places where I have hidden out from the rain I can say that sitting inside at the bottom of the Leaning Tower of Pisa is the most interesting! We visited the Tower and made our way to up the stairs to the top. Our wait in line was short. We had timed entry tickets...always a good idea. The rain started as we made it to the top of the Tower. It was thought provoking standing at the spot where Galileo did his experiments demonstrating gravity. After some time we headed back down the spiral stairs. As we got to the bottom a heavy rainstorm began pouring down rain. The line for the Tower had fled as had most of the staff. The storm gave us some time to relax inside the Tower. We waited out the storm for another thirty minutes on the carved, round bench seating inside the entryway. So many people over the years have some through and even sat where we were. Galileo, DaVinci to modern day sports figures.

The Leaning Tower of Pisa is truly a wonder. Seeing it up close was surreal – the tilt is more dramatic than photos can capture, and the architecture is stunning. The whole area has a great atmosphere, with beautiful surroundings and plenty of photo opportunities. It’s one of those landmarks that really lives up to the hype. Definitely worth the visit!

This is the thing to do in Pisa. It is a timed entry to climb up to the top of the tower. I recommend going up if it's your first time! It's something to experience. I highly recommend buying tickets ahead of time. You never know how crowded it will be. The ticket comes with a free pass to get into the cathedral. The ticket to go up the tower itself is €20 per person. The floor is uneven and slippery. According to the official website, "the visit takes about 30 minutes. The climb is on foot and there are 251 steps." At the top you will want to take photos. Most likely people are getting off at Pisa Central Station by train. From there, you can take the public bus here. My group didn't want to walk 22-25 minutes, so we called an Uber.

MAMMA MIA.... the leaning tower of Pisa!! I didn't climb up it...it's leaning and I'm over 60 [LOL!] And, it's just a hollow cylinder basically with a nice view of the surrounding area. Which is nice too see from above I'm sure. [It's not free to climb, I think 10 euros] The history of this place...the architect built it on sand and clay which obviously was too soft a ground, hence the lean. However, it was restored in the 1990's

I finally made it here! been to Livorno in the past and use didn't make it to Pisa. on this trip we made sure to book an excursion that included a stop at the famous leaning tower. ya ya yay...I've heard that it's not impressive and it's Just a tower in the middle of a field. I guess I'm glad that it was downplayed because I was very happy to have come. it was beyond hot it was crowded it was touristy.. but I finally saw the leaning tower of Pisa that I saw on the bugs bunny show when I was a kid. checked that off my tourist bucket list.

It costs about €20 to climb the tower if you pay the ticket onsite, and early reservation with premium is still necessary to reserve your desired time spots during peak season. The time stamped ticket for entrance is every 15 minutes. It generally takes 30 minutes to go up and down, including checking views and taking photos. I was in a rush to take connecting train, and it only took 20 minutes in total from the first step up and last step down. If you are in a situation like me, and I think it's still doable, although I would still recommend planning at least one hour to be chill. The climbing itself is interesting, and your body can literally feel the slope and leaning to the side of the wall inside.

So fun and the architecture was absolutely beautiful. The buildings are so ornate and in great condition. Of course we had to take pictures with the leaning tower of Pisa but the funnest part was watching everyone doing it. Some poses were hilarious. If you want to climb up to the top of the Leaning tower, you should book your tickets online before arrival. There are lockers for rent for your purses, etc. There are shops catering to tourists with souvenir shops, gelato shops, a museum, and a visitor info center. We got some good bargains on souvenirs and hats at the mini market in front of the gate, before you enter.

While in Italy my wife and I visited the Tower of Pisa. We purchased tickets online a few months earlier so we wouldn't have to spend time in lines. Pisa was very fun to visit especially after seeing on the television for most my life. Be prepared to take several pictures. Once inside be prepared to spend a thirty minutes to an hour climbing up the stairs and taking pictures.

A must see sight if visiting Italy Seeing the infamous tower, and learning it's history is fascinating. While also learning history of the area. One recommendation is don't take a bus tour. The buses are crowded and dirty. Arrange a private tour if you can.

If you like taking photos and learning a bit of history then definitely should come and do a half day here to take all the fun photos and explore the area. There's restaurant and shopping so there are a couple things to do as you would with any tourist spot.

During my October 2024 European vacation, I had the unforgettable experience today of visiting Pisa, Italy, flying in from Canes, France, for the first time. Of course, the highlight of the trip was the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa--a structure I've always wanted to see up close. Built in 1173 as a freestanding bell tower for the nearby Pisa Cathedral, it took nearly 200 years to complete, with interruptions due to wars and, famously, its unexpected tilt. Originally designed to be perfectly vertical, poor foundation soil caused the tower to start leaning during construction. Over the centuries, the lean became more pronounced, leading to concerns that it could collapse altogether. Thankfully, extensive restoration efforts, including counterweights and soil extraction, have stabilized it, ensuring it can be enjoyed by future generations without the risk of falling. Standing beneath the tower, I was struck by its beauty, resilience, and historical significance. Not only is it one of the most photographed and visited landmarks in the world, but it continues to serve as a bell tower, as originally intended. The tower is owned by the city of Pisa, and its purpose as a symbol of human ingenuity and persistence shines through in every angle of its magnificent architecture. Without a doubt this is a 5 Yelp review and If you're ever in Pisa, I highly recommend a visit to the Leaning Tower is an absolute must! The experience of seeing it in person was more magical than I ever imagined, and it's easy to understand why this place has captured the hearts of millions of visitors over the years.

Torre di Pisa, also known as THE leaning tower of Pisa! I took the hour long train ride from Florence to finally see what this leaning tower is about. Definitely a very touristy attraction but was not too packed to the point that people were bumping into each other. Everyone was able to still take their pictures just fine. It is pretty interesting how they designed this tower. Creates the illusion that it is leaning more than it actually is. In some other angles, the tower doesn't not look tilted at all. Other than Torre di Pisa, there is not much else to do or see in Pisa. With this being said though, it is still worth visiting just to say that at least you have been to see the leaning tower of Pisa ;)

There's no way I could have visited Italy without a quick half day trip to the Torre di Pisa, or Leaning Tower of Pisa. Got to Pisa via a train from Florence that took about 45 min. Really easy to book online and navigate the train station when you're there. The Torre di Pisa is one of four major structures in the Piazza dei Miracoli, with the other three being Pisa Cathedral, Pisa Baptistery, and Camposanto Monumentale. Build time started in 1173 and finished in 1372. Like everything else in Italy, I got my tickets for the tower ahead of time. To enter the tower, you have to queue up ahead of your time. Take note that they literally don't let you bring any form of bag up. They do have lockers on site nearby though so it's easy to store your stuff. Climbing the tower is a really cool experience. 251 steps. Be warned - the space is very tight, especially with people coming up and down so definitely try to be one of the first to go up so you don't coincide with people coming down that finish ahead of you. You don't quite feel the lean until you're physically climbing the tower when it becomes apparent. At one point I actually felt myself tipping over a little and had to adjust my balance quite dramatically. At the top, the tower will open up to the air as you are in the bell area. You'll have spectacular views of the entire plaza and it's a great photo opportunity.

You take a train over to the tower. The tower and duo are within fort walls. It's kinda cool. You need tickets to get into everything now, so buy online ahead of time. There is a large police presence. There is a tremendous amount of vendors, be careful of pick pockets. Lots of food opens everywhere and food and cocktails abound in the area.

Torre di Pisa or the Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of those sites that you hope to see in person one day. You won't appreciate it as much till you see all the details of the bell tower. We felt so fortunate to have been able to gaze at the craftsmanship of this tower of marble. Even though it was sinking and there was fear in the toppling over, they have corrected these issues and the Leaning Tower of Pisa should be good for another 200 years. Weather is definitely a factor of visiting but sometimes it's out of your control. We were extremely lucky that we arrived early and were able to get a few photos before it started to rain. It was also nice to get there before a ton of people are in your photo. We personally feel it's best to arrive early. Restrooms are hard to find around the area so it's best to buy something from a shop nearby and use their restroom. Overall, it was a great experience visiting but after visiting, we both felt that the tower looks a lot shorter in real life lol.

Torre Di Pisa earned its spot as a one of the 7 wonders of the Medieval World. Although it is not the only leaning tower in Pisa, it is the most popular one. It is definitely a reminder that humans can only sometimes defy a nature. Leaning is due to settling of the foundation and it leaned in multiple directions over the past 8 centuries. The name of the town itself Pisa means 'marshy land', unfortunately the soil was never taken in account while any of the towers were being built. Height: around 56 meters (8 stories,207 columns) Tilt:5.5 degrees View: 295 stairs to the top, there are 7 large bells that haven't rang for the past century. The area was overcrowded when we visited in May of 2024, to the point that it looked really funny as everyone were doing the same poses, but I am still giving it 5* It is one of those places that you mention and everyone has heard of them, so why not make a half a day stop and visit it.

We visited Pisa as a stopover on our Trenitalia trip back to Rome from Cinque Terre's Manarola, and I absolutely had to climb the Leaning Tower!We only had about 4 hours in Pisa before we had to head back to our train, so we made our way directly toward the Piazza dei Miracoli. The Tower was the domineering sight that overtook the eye when you entered the plaza. There was a small line at the Leaning Tower (as it's a pretty tight, windy tower and can only hold a certain amount of people at once). It didn't take too long of a wait before I was able to climb the tower. The marble steps up to the top are worn down in the middle from the millions of footsteps a year that have made the climb. You will feel that the tower is leaning while you ascend it, so be prepared for that. It's not too bad (you won't fall over), but it's a cool feeling if you notice it.If you aren't able to climb the Campanile (leaning tower) - physically unable to, fear of heights, not enough time, etc - I still recommend this stop in Pisa. The Tower is beautiful from the outside too, if you aren't able to go inside/up, and the other buildings of the Piazza are worth the trip by themselves!One tip: you cannot see the Leaning Tower by driving by or standing outside on the street. You have to go through a small marketplace of vendors to get to the archway entry. Once inside the entryway, that is where you will see the buildings you are looking for.

After my first trip to Italy everyone asked me if I saw the Leaning Tower of Pisa. I didn't. I had little interest. I'd seen photos. It's a tower that leans a little. On my recent trip to Florence I decided to take a train to Pisa just to see the tower so I could answer "yes" if people asked me this time. There were hundreds of people there with their hands in the air while family members, phone camera in hand, yelled "more to the left...no, the other left...a little higher..." in order to get that cliche photo of one of two poses - pushing the building or holding it up from tipping. I stood there and thought it didn't look as dramatically slanted as I had expected. But I was there and saw it. And now I'll post a normal photo of the leaning tower, one of thousands for this page. There isn't much else to see in Pisa aside from this. So you might as well go have a look.

Both the husband and I had been to Pisa before and didn't have a huge interest this trip until a serendipitous occurrence of our friends from New York being there at the same time made it the perfect place to meet up. It has significantly grown in the tourist trap department since I was last there years ago. Just swamped with people, tour buses, and tons of kiosk shops bothering you to buy things. If you drive, parking is a real challenge to find, and you have to hike to the tower. We luckily got the last tiny spot in an overcramped parking lot with space just big enough to fit our tiny Fiat. It was expensive as expected, and we walked 10 minutes getting hassled to buy things the whole time. You also have to pay for toilets everywhere here. The Duomo is very pretty, and taking a picture of the leaning tower (which is no longer sinking, they've managed to preserve it in its current state) is the thing to do. After that, there's not much to do here, but go look at kiosks. We stopped in at one of the restaurants for some nibbles and a bottle of wine, but other than that, this is one of my least favorite places to visit in Italy.

What a new site to seat... the tower does actually lean! I was not able to go inside the tower, but from the outside it was so cool to see. This is a definitely a high tourist area and one of the main sites of the city of Pisa. I definitely recommend this site as well as the other beautiful buildings right next to the tower.

Pisa is a must if visiting Tuscany. The city is easier to navigate than some other places we've been. Although the Leaning Tower of Pisa is touristy, it wasn't crowded, there was a lot of space to sprawl and take in the architecture of the tower and the surrounding buildings. We brought a mini picnic and enjoyed the view, people watching as folks took creative and typical photos of the tower - we took several ourselves as well! You gotta do it! When in "roam"... I enjoyed reading up on the history of this structure... it's about 185 feet high, width of the wall at the base is approximately 8 feet wide, and it boasts about 300 steps. It's remarkable that this tower began construction in the 12th century! The soft, shifting soil/ foundation caused the tower to lean, and progressively tilted further in the 14th century. Modern restoration brought the tilt from 5.5 degrees to 3.97. The columns, the relief stones decorated with flowers, animals, and figures. It's a sight to be seen! There's a charge to climb the tower, the views are spectacular - and there's also a $1 charge to use the WC. I'm leaning towards the climb!!

The leaning tower of Pisa was on our way from Florance to Santa Margherita via train so we had the chance to stop in Pisa and check it out. There are several luggage storage areas so choose one and leave your luggage. It's about a little over a mile to walk from the train station and there is a sidewalk to follow. Not a lot to see on the way but when you get to the area of the tower, it's quite beautiful. We didn't purchase tickets to climb the tower ahead of time and when we arrived, they were sold out for the times that could have worked for us. The tower grounds were quite busy so expect many other people to be in your pics. The white marble of the tower and church was so beautiful. While I didn't think much about the town of Pisa, I was glad we made this stop to see such an iconic structure.

The Leaning Tower of Pisa is the campanile, or freestanding bell tower, of the Pisa Cathedral. It began to lean during construction in the 12th century as the soft ground upon which it was built could not properly support the tower. That same soft soil has allowed the tower to survive multiple earthquakes over hundreds of years. It took almost two centuries to build from 1173 to 1372. By 1990, the tilt had reached 5.5 degrees and work was done subsequently to reduce it to under 4 degrees. Today, it is the main attraction in Pisa, although the cathedral and baptistery are also beautiful. Buy a timed ticket to climb the almost 300 steps to the top. It is a very interesting feeling as you lean forward, back and side to side as you ascend and descend. We were lucky to be able to visit as the area was hit by destructive tornados in the morning during our stop in this region. Our driver, Gianluca, was amazing especially with the uncertainty of the weather that cleared around lunchtime on our port day to Livorno/Florence/Pisa.

Honestly thought it would be larger than it was! It was leaning, but not to the extent I thought it would. Still, very fine architectural work!

This is what brought us and thousand a of others to Pisa. The Tower or the campanile, or freestanding bell tower, of Pisa Cathedral. It is known for its nearly four-degree lean, the result of an unstable foundation. The tower is one of three structures in the Pisa's Cathedral Square which includes the cathedral and Pisa Baptistry. The tower is 8 stories from the ground on the low side & 185 ft 11 in on the high side. The width of the walls at the base is 8 ft 0 in. Its estimated weight is 14,500 tons The tower has 296 or 294 steps; the seventh floor has two fewer steps on the north-facing staircase. Construction of the tower occurred in three stages over 199 years. in 1172. The tower began to lean during construction in the 12th century, due to soft ground which could not properly support the structure's weight. It worsened through the completion of construction in the 14th century. By 1990, the tilt had reached 5.5 degrees. The structure was stabilized by remedial work between 1993 and 2001, which reduced the tilt to 3.97 degrees.

The tower is a beauty, the crowds are not. You'll be awestruck by the tower's lean and the neighboring Cathedral and baptistry. You can buy tickets to reach the top but you need to do that in advance. You can't touch the tower without those ticket, but you can get within a few feet of it. You'll also need to avoid the many many vendors just outside the tower complex. There will be hordes of visitors if you go on a weekend. Skip the nearby restaurants, too.

Round number reviews should be special and I'm pleased to see that I was able to land my 17000th review on the world famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, which we visited on April 4th on the way from Florence to Turin. It was a quick stop to visit this very well known site. And yes, it is still leaning! We parked entirely too far away because I was scared that we might accidentally drive the rental car into the restricted zone. That was a mistake and I'll know better. The signage here is pretty clear. Turning a corner and seeing it for the first time, the Tower is not nearly as big as I expected. But it looks just as beautiful and impressive as I expected. This is awesome. There are plenty of spots where you can get your selfie and I recommend bringing a friend to take your classic "Holding Up The Tower" photo. A great visit and I wish I had more energy as I would like to have climbed the tower. Next time! [Round number review 17000 overall - 205 in Italy - 516 of 2022.]

The leaning tower of Pisa. Is it worth it? Not really. Did I still make the trek? You better believe it. What things you do in life for the gram! The city of Pisa, is quite difficult to get to. Unlike many of the major cities the trains here do not run super fast and does not have many go throughout the day. So really had to make some plans to make it here. Once you get here, this is truly the only thing to see in town. Lucky enough I had planned to arrive as soon as we could and get out within the same day without having the pay for a night here. We did have to haul all of our luggage with us.

Felt so blessed to be able to see this in person! It was our first time & it really didn't appear like it was leaning. Not until we walked to the other side. Be sure you do that despite the crowds of people. We took an excursion to get here. First on a bus from our cruise ship & then a separate ride via a putt putt train & a walk...Hey we got here safely! Yasss!!! Yayyy! Wonderful experience. Maybe next time we can climb to the top! Woohoo that would be a phenomenal experience right???

What's not there to like? Get your once in a life time photo and take some funny ones too You are already here so why not climb and experience the tower. One inside you can tell which side you're one as you are likely to lean forward, back, right, or left It is hard to believe that it's only 250 steps to the top but it does take your breath away... figuratively and literally so pace yourself. Once in top don't make the same mistake I did thinking that your done, there's actually a small stairway that goes all the way to the top to see the bells. Take you photos outside, inside, on top there are no bad photos

Beautiful site Green grass Site to see Lots of shopping And eateries. Have good walking shoes, Reserve ahead

If you're in Italy this is one of those historical sites you absolutely must visit and scratch off your bucket list. But it is one of those one and done type of places. Situated in the small (but very historical) town of Pisa not far outside of Florence is where you'll find the tower. It dominates the lush green square it's situated in alongside a gorgeous church. The town is relatively small so you shouldn't have a hard time finding the tower but if you do just follow the steady flow of tourists. You'll know you've arrived when you notice a plethora of street vendors selling $10 "leather" purses and a crowd of tourists. Be prepared to be surrounded by a ton of tourists all making silly poses (like you) with the tower. It makes for great people watching. An hour is all you really need to see the tower and take every pose imaginable. The tower itself is quite exquisite with its carvings and attention to detail. After an hour though you may find yourself getting quickly bored. At this point, you can either opt-in to pay a small fee to climb the stairs in the tower to the very top to get a scenic view of....well, not much to be honest, or you can also pay a small entrance fee to enter and visit the historic church that occupies the same grounds as the tower. Either way, scratch this off your bucket list, buy a few touristic gifts from the vendors, and call it a day.

Finally! A check off my Bucket List!! I've always been wanting to see the Tower of Pisa, but every time​ I've been convinced by everyone that it's too far out of the way of anything, that there's nothing else to see in Pisa except the Tower, and that it would be a wasted a trip. Thankfully, now I have a Hubby who said, "If that's what you want to do, that's what we'll do". No questions asked. And off we went! In reality, the naysayers are partially correct. The Tower is off the beaten path​ unless you're staying very near Pisa, which most tourists aren't. Also, Pisa is far from being a tourist-centric town with numerous sights. There weren't even any nearby shopping streets to stroll. However, it's quaint, and a lot more quiet than your typical Rome, Florence or Venice, which can be a nice change. You can opt to get tickets to go to the very top for a view of Pisa, or go inside the cathedral. The Tower is actually the bell tower for the cathedral. All we did was see the Tower, took our obligatory photos, walked around to view the Tower from different angles and had an enjoyable dinner in Pisa. Pisa itself isn't recognized for its food, but we had an enjoyable dinner outdoors​ and called it a day. IMO, the Tower is also a nice sight in the evening as well. No regrets, and super happy I saw it live and in person! Ignore the haters. Do what you want. Be you! Construction on the Tower began in 1173, but was built on soft and unstable ground, hence the leaning. P. S. For San Franciscans, the Millenium Tower may very well be our next leaning Tower of Pisa!

Needless to say, it is the most popular attraction in Pisa and apart from that, you don't have much to see. Many people take the early morning train from Florence, Visit Pisa and come back by afternoon. It really is the most peculiar and impressive structure - how it is still standing is beyond me. The leaning tower of Pisa is the bell tower of the Duomo (just like Giotto's bell tower in Florence). The tower is the campanile or the bell tower. The tower was first erected in August 1173, with construction continuing throughout the next two centuries amidst conflicts in the areas. Various architects have attempted to correct the lean of the 17-story white marble tower over the years to no avail. The lean is actually due to the tower being built on an unstable bed of sand. The ground on which Pisa is built is a flood plain and can't withstand the excessive weight. In fact, the leaning tower isn't the only thing that leans in Pisa, there are plenty of buildings all over the city that lean in every direction -- palaces, churches, even simple houses. Yes, I am the culprit and I also made funny 'pretend you're pushing against the tower pose'. it was fun. Come on, I am not coming to Pisa every day, I had to do it :P You can climb to the top (€18) if you want the best views. The top of the leaning tower of Pisa can be reached by mounting the 294 steps which rise in the form of a spiral on the inner side of the tower walls. and one interesting story folks: A legend tied to the Tower of Pisa concerns the astronomer Galileo who, to demonstrate his law regarding falling weights, climbed to the top and is supposed to have dropped objects of different materials to verify the truth of his theories.

This is icon landmark for the Italy. All the outward look at the building is free. The rest need entrance fees to get in. Including the toilet. Nothing truly free. The leaning tower Pisa was severely tilled at one time. The engineer corrected the tower leaning angle to prevent trembling down. This is good example for geotechnical engineers learning ground. This teach bad subsoil is not suitable for building. This also a goo proof for the structure engineer were the tower was structurally sound even in angle. The Pisa ground has the cathedral of St. Mary, Pisa Baptistry and the bell tower. It is big compound. The best time to visit is early o late evening where less people show up.

If you're in Italy this is one of those old historical sites you should visit. It was cool visiting. But honestly after being here for an hour there isn't much else to do other than take more pictures or if you want to do the walk up to the top. Some people in our group decided to walk to the top. I didn't feel like it. There are other churches and cool buildings to see if you want to go. But just had to come and see it at least once since this famous building is in so many books, movies and shows.

I so would have loved to get a fun pic of doing a silly pic with the leaning tower of Pisa, but the time we arrived, it was dark outside and raining. :( We made the best of the visit and took whatever pics I could with the poor light and weather working against me. There isn't much to do here but take some pics, there's no square or shops or anything around it at all. It's isolated on it's own for the most part. Still, we were glad to see it, even if it was dark and wet outside.

There were like a bajillion highlights of our first trip to Italy, but our fun time climbing the Leaning Tower of Pisa truly sticks out (pun, unfortunately intended). At the port of Livorno, there are many excursion options. In the best interest of our kids, we decided to skip Florence and visit Lucca and Pisa. Okay, it may have been in my best interest as well as I have always wanted to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa and take one of those cheesy photos of the kids holding it up. I was even more excited about it when I learned that you could climb the tower. You can purchase tickets (18 euros each) to climb the tower through the official website at www.opapisa.it, but be aware that children that have not turned 8 by the end of the year will not be permitted to enter. Tickets can be ordered a maximum 20 days (GMT) in advance of the date of the visit. I would recommend setting your alarm because tickets sell out fast! There are 251 steps to the top and typically, the visit takes 30 minutes. The climb is not recommended for those with cardiovascular and muscle disorders and the site cautions that the floor is uneven and slippery. Bags are not allowed in the tower so make sure you give yourself time to drop them off at the cloakroom. If the weather looks a little iffy, keep your umbrella with you. We wish we had because during our descent, it started to storm and then hail! Luckily, the kids were amazed by the hail and it made the experience more memorable.

Quite the experience! The tower and surrounding buildings look so clean and fresh. The whole grounds is kept very clean. You can't touch the tower, there's armed forces protecting it pretty seriously. If you want to walk up the tower stairs, it costs €18. There are lots of restaurants nearby, and tons of souvenirs sellers as well.

If you're happen to be visiting the town of Florence, you're less than an hour train ride away from visiting Pisa; so you might as well make a trip to visit the Tower of Pisa! It's a freestanding bell tower, known worldwide for its unintended tilt. Construction began on August 14th, 1173; but due constant battles & wars within the city, it took nearly 200 years to complete. The 7th floor was completed in 1319, and the bell-chamber was finally added in 1372. There are 7 bells, one for each note of the musical major scale. The largest bell was installed in 1655. Legend have said that Galileo dropped two cannonballs of different masses from the tower to demonstrate that their speed of descent was independent of their mass. When you get off the train station in Pisa, it's about a mile to walk over to the Square of Miracles, or you can take a bus over there. When you arrive, you'll see tons of people trying to take that creative photo of themselves with the Tower of Pisa in the background. As of 2019, the price of a ticket to go up to the top of the Tower of Pisa is currently at €18. You can purchase that in-person, or pay a little more online. You do need to pick a reservation time on when you want to go up. When I went in early March, they weren't crowded, so it was easy to purchase a ticket; but the summer months may be a different story. It it worth it to purchase a ticket to go up? For me, it was. Once you enter, you can stay up there as long as you want, and the view is beautiful. I would recommend it, but I understand that €18 per person can be kind of pricey if you have a big family going together.

You are pretty much obligated to stop at the tour of Pisa when you come to Italy. I highly recommend buying your tickets online or you'll end up waiting in a really long line. The line was too long and there were no tickets available online, so we didn't end up going inside. Oddly the tour is kind of tiny. But it's fun to watch people take the iconic pictures of the tour and to do it yourself!

It was really great to see this up-close and LIVE, but it's also a little underwhelming. It's a lot shorter than I expected, maybe half as tall. But it's very white and looks clean, and not even Vegas could make a nicer one. ;-) It's funny that the ground too soft on one side to properly support the structure's weight caused this to be such a sensation -- but it is beautiful. Nearly everyone, I mean hundreds of people, are taking snapshots with their arm upright, appearing to be holding up the Tower. It is undeniably a great Kodak moment. Other than an equally lovely Duomo di Pisa (next to it, on the same property), the town had nothing to offer me and the gf. Very touristy little strip of restaurants and shops, we left after about 90 mins...heading in our desired direction towards Florence. Parking in a lot across the street is easy-peasy, and was 4 euros.

What can you say about the leaning Tower of Pisa there has not been saId? We took a day trip during our stay in Florence to visit the famous tower. It was and it wasn't what I imagined, I thought the tower was in the middle of the city just like you would have the Colosseum in Rome and so on, but in reality it is not, it is located in a very distinctive touristy area separated from the rest of the city, Flanked by other churches and museums. We of course visited all of them, but those are separate reviews. We purched our tickeys online like we did with every other major attraction. Not only you get the best (actual fee) price, but you save yourself hours. You cannot bring anything into the tower, not even a small purse or camera bag, you can bring your camera, but not the bag. Personal items have to be cheked in. It is free, but they don't allow you to check in items prior to 15 minutes before your ticket time. This si something they have in Italy, every ticket has a time and you cannot go in before that time. Before going up you get a little history lesson, then up go you. The stairs are very narrow and they are the sames to go up ans down. They are slippery too, as the marble is worn and very smooth. Wear shoes with good grip.The view at the top is amazing. There isnt much to the top og the tower itself, a couple of bells and a glass floor for you to look down, the expirience is amazing though, and dont forget to take funny pics!!!!

We came during the spring and it was crowded but not horrible. The tower is worth to see at least once in your life.

We've all seen it in photos but it's quite a sight to see in person. And even crazier to climb the stairs up there. I think it's around 240 steps up. The marble steps have worn away over the years, so they're not flat. They also get narrower as you ascend. It's not for those who are not agile. Plus, keep in mind that the steps lean with the building. I saw a few people with a fear of heights up there. It can be a bit scary. I also got a slight sense of motion sickness because the platform is slanted. My sense of balance and sense of sight didn't match. It's also funny to watch all the tourists taking the exact same photo of themselves "holding" up the building.

I'll admit that I was NOT excited to come here. We had planned to go to Bologna but that didn't work out. I thought it would be cheesy, and packed with tourists. That's definitely true but in fact, I loved it! I took the silly pictures. I walked around and admired the incredible architecture. I was honestly amazed that the tower isn't falling down right now - pictures really don't do the lean justice! It's more dramatic in person for sure. I also appreciated that the police kept the obnoxious hawkers out of the main piazza area - that said, mind your wallet - as you should anywhere.

"I've been to the Leaning Tower of Pisa. It's a tower, and it's leaning. You look at it, but nothing happens, so then you look for someplace to get a sandwich." Danny DeVito This quote pretty much sums up my experience. I took an amazing 6 country birthday trip to Europe and was so excited to check the Leaning Tower of Pisa off my bucket list. But it was just a tower, nothing spectacular. There were a bunch of cute little pastry & souvenir shops along the pathway to the tower. I took some fly pictures, was grateful for the experience, purchased some cute souvenirs, and ate a light breakfast (Danish & cappuccino). I also bought some lotto scratch offs in each country because who doesn't love potentially winning money? It was a beautiful day, in a beautiful country, and I couldn't ask for a better day.

Pisa derives from the Greek word for "marshy land". The Torre di Pisa began construction on this swampy land in 1172 but was not completed for another 300 years. Construction started on a weak 3 meter foundation which also contributed to its' instability. Originally 60 meters high, it is now 56.67 meters with an almost 10 degree tilt. The Gothic/Romanesque design is part of a complex which includes the Cathedral of Pisa, the Baptistery and the Monumental Cemetery. All the structures reside in the Piazza dei Miracoli. It is interesting to note that 53 shiploads of earth from the Hill of Calvary in Jerusalem were delivered to this site. Galileo was baptized here in 1565 and later in life conducted scientific experiments in the Torre di of Pisa. TIPS: It is 251 steps to the top of the Torre di Pisa. Admission to the tower is 15 Euro or 17 Euro if you reserve a time slot. Children 7 and under are not permitted in the tower. There are seasonal times for opening and closing. Bus #'s 21 & 4 will take you to Pisa. There is a train station nearby which has a stop near the bell tower. Most people stay about an hour. The most popular time to visit is between 10 am and 11 am. There are lots of restaurants to choose from in the area. Vendors selling souvenirs are not terribly pushy. At night the lights are turned on which make it special. A museum of Italian History is in the area.

Yes, we stopped in an took a look at this famous spot. What I learned was... it is leaning far more severely than most pictures capture, I did not want my picture holding it up, and there is a beautiful church in the square that I loved far more.

No visit is to Italy is complete without visiting the Leaning Tower of Pisa and taking a few silly pictures with the tower. I came here for a really short period because I was on vacation via a cruise ship. I didn't have too much time to enjoy the place but in the short period I was here, I was able to take a lot of pictures and it was fun! Get clever and perhaps look up different ideas of how you'll want to take a picture with the leaning tower of Pisa, rather than the typical leaning on or supporting the tower. If you have time, go into the buildings. I did see people on the upper floors of the leaning tower of Pisa, however, I didn't have time to go, so I don't know the details of how much it may cost or what's inside. With the short time I was there, my wife and I had a ton of fun taking pictures of one another and selfies. I would like to come back here in the future and spend more time exploring the buildings in the area.

I have to give high marks for the beauty of the tower and the cathedral. And of course, the gee whiz factor. It is a cool sight to see. However, be warned that you have to walk through a yucky flea market to get there. No way around it. The vendors are EXTREMELY aggressive and made me feel uncomfortable, and frankly, unsafe. There is no Italian security visibly around, just these guys trying to force you into buying a fake Rolex or pasta shaped like the tower. Once you arrive on the property, the crowds are huge and relatively unregulated. Every man for himself. We grabbed our obligatory pic and high tailed it out of there. Too crowded to even hang around. If you are debating wether to skip this one, given all the other famous sights in the greater area, I would say you can leave this one off the list. There isn't really much else in the town. I left there referring to it as the Leaning Tower of Tourism. If you do decide to go, buy tickets well in advance if you want to climb the tower. Not sure that the view will be worth it up top, but you can feel the steps of thousands of years of history as you climb.