Florence and Pisa tour from Livorno port: 8-hour two-city trip

Eight hours, two Renaissance cities, timed to your ship's schedule

A full-day shore excursion from Livorno cruise port to Florence and Pisa with an English-speaking guide, modern air-conditioned transport, and guaranteed return to your ship. The tour covers Ponte Vecchio, Florence Cathedral, Piazza della Signoria, the Central Market, Piazza dei Miracoli and the Leaning Tower of Pisa, with free time to explore at each stop. Choose between a group tour with significant walking, a semi-private minivan option with direct access to attractions, or self-guided transport only.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Ponte Vecchio20m
2. Piazza della Signoria20m
3. Piazza dei Miracoli45m
4. Leaning Tower of Pisa30m

Florence and Pisa full-day tour

• Meet outside Livorno cruise terminal
• Drive 1.5 hours to Florence
• Visit Ponte Vecchio bridge
• Admire Florence Cathedral complex
• Explore Piazza della Signoria
• Relax at Central Market Square
• Drive 1.5 hours to Pisa
• Visit Piazza dei Miracoli
• See Leaning Tower of Pisa
• Return to Livorno cruise port

The experience

The journey starts at the Livorno cruise terminal, where a professional driver meets you and drives about 1.5 hours through the Tuscan countryside to Florence. Once there, an English-speaking guide leads you through the city's core landmarks: Ponte Vecchio, the oldest bridge in Florence; the Florence Cathedral and its complex, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Historic Centre; Piazza della Signoria, the political heart of the city since the 14th century, where you see a replica of Michelangelo's David and the Fountain of Neptune; and the Central Market Square, where you have free time to wander, sample local food, or pick up souvenirs at your own pace.

After Florence, the group travels about 1.5 hours to Pisa and arrives at Piazza dei Miracoli, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here you explore the Leaning Tower, the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, and the Baptistery of St. John, with time to photograph the tower and relax on the lawns. The itinerary may shift based on traffic, crowds or other conditions, but the operator aims to cover all sites. A comfortable return drive to the Livorno cruise terminal is timed to get you back to your ship on schedule.

Modern air-conditioned transport and a professional, safe driver are included throughout. The tour involves significant walking, particularly in the group option, and is not wheelchair or scooter accessible. Infants can sit on an adult's lap or travel in a pram or stroller. The exact pickup time from your ship will be confirmed by email the day before. The start time shown online is an estimate. The operator has 20 years of experience coordinating shore excursions aligned with cruise schedules.

What’s included

• Modern air-conditioned transportation from the cruise terminal.
• a professional, safe driver throughout the day.
• an English-speaking guide in Florence (included in the group and semi-private options).
• free time to explore and eat at the Central Market Square in Florence and at Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa.
• guaranteed timely return to your ship.
• 24/7 customer support.

Options for this experience

3 options

Guide in English07:30, 08:00, 08:30 and 09:00

Guide in English07:30, 08:00, 08:30 and 09:00

Guide in English5 departure times: the first at 07:30, the last at 09:30

Options with the same name differ in details you'll see when you pick a date.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 07:30, the last at 09:30

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (3 to 15 years) · Infant (under 3): free

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Tickets and Tours

Is this one for you?Choose the group tour if you want a guide to explain Florence's landmarks and don't mind walking; pick the semi-private option if you prefer minivan access to each site and a smaller group; select self-guided if you'd rather set your own pace and explore both cities independently. All three options guarantee your return to the ship on time, so the choice depends on whether you want guided insight, reduced walking, or complete freedom to wander.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 15 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

What's the difference between the group tour, semi-private tour, and self-guided option?

The standard group tour involves significant walking through Florence and Pisa with an English-speaking guide leading the group. The semi-private tour provides direct minivan access to the attractions, reducing walking. The self-guided option includes transportation only, so you explore both cities on your own schedule without a guide.

How much free time do I have to explore Florence and Pisa on my own?

You have free time at the Central Market Square in Florence to wander, eat, and shop at your own pace. At Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa, you can explore the Leaning Tower, Cathedral, and Baptistery or relax on the lawns as long as you like, within the overall 8-hour tour window.

Will I definitely make it back to my ship on time?

Yes, timely return to the ship is guaranteed. The operator has two decades of experience coordinating shore excursions with cruise schedules and builds in buffer time for the return drive to Livorno.

What is Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa?

Piazza dei Miracoli, or Square of Miracles, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Pisa renowned for its medieval architecture. It contains the Leaning Tower, the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, and the Baptistery of St. John, all standing on a large green lawn.

Is this tour suitable if I have limited mobility or use a wheelchair?

The tour involves significant walking and is not wheelchair or scooter accessible. It is suitable for all physical fitness levels, but mobility limitations would make it challenging. The semi-private option reduces walking by providing minivan access to attractions, though some walking at each site is still required.