Livorno Shore Excursion: Pisa and Florence Private Day Trip

See the Leaning Tower and Florence's masterpieces in one day without leaving your group or arranging transport.

A private shore excursion from Livorno port combines Pisa's Cathedral Square, home to the Leaning Tower, with a full day in Florence, covering Brunelleschi's Dome, Ponte Vecchio, Piazzale Michelangelo and Santa Croce Basilica. You travel by air-conditioned Mercedes with a private English-speaking driver. The tour runs 9 hours and returns you to the ship on time. Upgrade to add a 3-hour private guide in Florence plus timed entry to either the Uffizi Galleries or the Accademia (home to Michelangelo's David), available by advance booking only.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Leaning Tower of Pisa30m
2. Pisa Cathedralpass by
3. Ponte Vecchio15m
4. Piazzale Michelangelo20m
5. Florence Santa Croce Basilicapass by
6. Florence Duomopass by
7. Giotto's Bell Towerpass by
8. Palazzo Vecchiopass by
9. Brunelleschi’s Domepass by
10. Michelangelo's Statue of David45m
11. Uffizi Galleries2h

Visit Pisa and Florence highlights

• See Leaning Tower of Pisa
• Explore Pisa Cathedral Square
• Visit Florence Cathedral complex
• View Giotto's Bell Tower
• Walk across Ponte Vecchio
• Visit Palazzo Vecchio
• See Michelangelo's Statue of David
• Tour Uffizi Galleries
• Visit Basilica di Santa Croce
• Enjoy panoramic view at Piazzale Michelangelo

The experience

The day starts with port pickup and a drive to Pisa, where you stand in the Cathedral Square to see the Leaning Tower: the freestanding bell tower that began tilting during construction in the 12th century and has been gradually corrected over recent decades. The tower sits behind Pisa Cathedral in a plaza the architect Le Corbusier compared to the Acropolis, ringed by white marble buildings that form an architectural whole across more than three centuries. You have time to walk the square and photograph the tower before heading south to Florence.

Florence fills the afternoon. Your driver takes you to the major sites: Brunelleschi's Dome, the octagonal masterpiece built between 1418 and 1434 without scaffolding using a double-shell technique; Giotto's Bell Tower, the 84-meter Gothic structure with polychrome marble; Palazzo Vecchio, the town hall overlooking the Piazza della Signoria; and Ponte Vecchio, the three-arched bridge that has hosted shops since medieval times and was the only Florence bridge spared by German forces in 1944. You'll also reach Piazzale Michelangelo, the hilltop terrace built in 1869 with a bronze David and views across the Arno to the Duomo, Bargello and distant hills. Santa Croce Basilica, the burial place of Michelangelo, Galileo and Machiavelli, rounds out the walk.

If you upgrade at booking, a private guide joins you for 3 hours in Florence and arranges timed entry to either the Uffizi Galleries (home to masterworks by Giotto, Botticelli, Leonardo, Raphael and Caravaggio), or the Accademia, where Michelangelo's David stands. Both museums close Mondays and the first Sunday of each month, so confirm availability when you book. The Uffizi entry fee is €29 per person. Without the upgrade, you see the exteriors and squares. With it, you step inside the art. Either way, the driver tracks your time and has you back at the Livorno port before your ship departs.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned Mercedes sedan or minivan with English-speaking driver.
• port pickup and drop-off.
• access to Pisa Cathedral Square and the Leaning Tower.
• walking tour of Florence's major squares and exteriors including Brunelleschi's Dome, Giotto's Bell Tower, Palazzo Vecchio, Ponte Vecchio, Piazzale Michelangelo and Santa Croce Basilica.
• optional upgrade to add a 3-hour private guide in Florence plus timed entry to the Uffizi Galleries or Accademia (book in advance.
• Uffizi entry €29 per person).
• Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee.

Options for this experience

3 options

Tour with an English-speaking driver7 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 10:00Private day trip to Pisa and Florence with an English-speaking driver (no entrance fees; local licensed guides). Private service lasting 9 hours from pickup to drop-off at your ship at Livorno Port, e.g. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Mercedes-Benz sedan or van. Pickup is included.

Driver and guide plus Accademia tourGuide in English or Italian · 7 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 10:00Private day trip to Pisa and Florence with a driver and a local guide for 3 hours in Florence, including timed entry to the Accademia gallery and other highlights. Private service lasting 9 hours from pickup to drop-off at the port, e.g. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Pickup is included.

Driver and guide plus Uffizi tourGuide in English or Italian · 7 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 10:00Private day trip to Pisa and Florence with a driver and a guide in Florence for 3 hours, including timed entry tickets to the Uffizi gallery and other highlights. Private service lasting 9 hours from pickup to drop-off at the port, e.g. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Mercedes-Benz sedan or van. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day7 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 10:00

Book up toStart time

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Italian

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

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Prestige Rent

Is this one for you?Choose the driver-only option if you want to see the main squares and exteriors at your own pace and budget. Upgrade to add the private guide and museum entry if you want to step inside the Uffizi or Accademia and have someone explain what you're looking at. The 9-hour window is fixed to get you back to the ship, so the guide option makes the most of limited time inside Florence's art collections.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

What is the Leaning Tower of Pisa and why does it tilt?

The Leaning Tower is the freestanding bell tower of Pisa Cathedral, built over two centuries starting in the 12th century. It began tilting during construction because the foundation was inadequate and the ground on one side was too soft to support the weight. The tilt worsened for centuries until stabilization work between 1993 and 2001 reduced it from 5.5 degrees to about 4 degrees, and it has continued to straighten slightly since.

Can I enter the Uffizi or Accademia museums on this tour?

Yes, but only if you upgrade at booking to add a 3-hour private guide plus timed entry tickets. The Uffizi Galleries or Accademia (your choice) can be reserved in advance. Both are closed Mondays and the first Sunday of each month. The Uffizi entry costs €29 per person. Without the upgrade, you see Florence's squares and exteriors only.

How long does this shore excursion take and will I make it back to my ship?

The tour runs 9 hours total, with port pickup and drop-off included. The driver coordinates your return time to meet your ship's departure, so you don't miss it.

What's included in the private transport?

You get a private air-conditioned Mercedes sedan or minivan with an English-speaking driver for the full day. Port pickup and drop-off are included. The driver handles all driving so you focus on the sights.

What dress code applies when visiting Florence's churches and museums?

A dress code is required: no shorts or sleeveless tops. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. Failure to comply may result in denied entry to places of worship and selected museums.

Is this tour accessible for wheelchairs or families with infants?

Yes. All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. Only foldable wheelchairs are allowed. Specialized infant seats and prams or strollers are available. Request wheelchair access or baby seats at the time of booking.