Florence & Pisa Day Trip from Rome with Leaning Tower Stop
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Overview
See two of Tuscany's most famous cities in one long day. This shared trip leaves Rome by comfortable coach, stops first in Pisa for the Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli, then continues to Florence for a panoramic introduction to the Duomo, Mercato Nuovo and Ponte Vecchio. The standard option adds a Florence audio guide for your free time. A tour leader accompanies the group, but guided tours inside the cities are not included, so it suits independent travellers.
Highlights
- Day trip from Rome to Pisa and Florence with return coach transfer
- Photo stop at the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli
- Panoramic introduction to Florence with Piazza del Duomo, Mercato Nuovo and Ponte Vecchio
- Florence audio guide included with the standard option, for your free time
- Live commentary on the bus in English and Spanish, with a tour leader in each city
- Free time in both cities to walk, shop and have lunch at your own pace
Full Description
Pisa and the Leaning Tower
Pisa's Piazza dei Miracoli, the Square of Miracles, is a broad lawn holding the Cathedral, the Baptistery and the famous Leaning Tower, all in white marble and all part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. The tower is the cathedral's bell tower, begun in the twelfth century, and it started to lean while still under construction because the ground was soft.
You have about an hour and a half here, enough to walk to the square, take the classic photo and look at the cathedral from outside. Climbing the tower and entering the monuments are not included, so book those separately if you want to, and note that a Leaning Tower day trip from Rome is a long trip for a short stop.
Florence: the panoramic introduction
Florence was the centre of the Italian Renaissance, and its historic centre is compact enough to see the main sights in a few hours. Your tour leader introduces the city with a panoramic walk that passes Piazza del Duomo, with its cathedral and Brunelleschi's dome, Mercato Nuovo, known for the bronze boar, and Ponte Vecchio, the medieval bridge lined with jewellery shops.
After the introduction you have around two and a half hours in Florence. If you are asking whether Florence is worth a day trip from Rome, the answer is yes as a first look, because the city is walkable and full of masterpieces, though a longer stay lets you enter the museums.
The Florence audio guide and free time
The standard option includes an audio guide for Florence that you follow on your smartphone, so you can discover hidden corners, artistic treasures and stories at your own pace. Download the audio guide before the trip, and remember that it covers Florence only and not Pisa.
Free time is best spent on the main piazzas and along the river, with a stop for lunch or a coffee. Museum tickets such as the Uffizi or the Accademia are not included, and popular sites often need advance booking, so decide early what you want to enter.
The journey: Rome to Tuscany by coach
The coach leaves Rome in the early morning and travels through Lazio and Tuscany, with about four and a half hours to Pisa. The tour leader gives live commentary in English and Spanish on the history of Tuscany, the birthplace of the Italian language.
The day is long, with roughly four hours of driving back to Rome in the evening, so it works best for travellers who do not mind time on the bus. Bring a charged phone, headphones and snacks, and expect an evening arrival back at the Tiburtina area.
Itinerary
- Meet in RomeMeet your tour leader at the meeting point near Tiburtina station shown on your voucher and board the coach.
- Coach to PisaA drive of around four and a half hours with commentary in English and Spanish and a comfort stop.
- Pisa and the Leaning TowerAbout an hour and a half at Piazza dei Miracoli for photos, the cathedral exterior and free time.
- Coach to FlorenceA drive of about an hour and a half through Tuscany.
- Florence panoramic walk and free timeAbout two and a half hours, with a panoramic introduction and your audio guide for free time.
- Return to RomeDrive back to Rome, arriving in the evening at the Tiburtina area.
What's included
- Return coach transfer from Rome
- Tour leader in Pisa and Florence
- Live commentary on the bus in English and Spanish
Not included
- Florence audio guide
- Guided tour of Pisa and Florence
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Shuttle train ticket in Pisa (only if needed due to traffic)
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Travellers who want a proven choice — rated 4.7/5 by past travellers
Think twice if
- You prefer short outings — this takes about 14 hours
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
Not suitable for
- Travellers with mobility problems or back problems, because of the walking and long bus time
- Guests who want a guided tour with interior visits in Pisa or Florence
- Anyone who dislikes long journeys, since about ten hours are spent on the bus
Meeting point
The group meets in Rome near Tiburtina station, and your voucher gives the exact meeting point and time after you book. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so please arrive about 15 minutes early. The tour finishes at the same area in the evening.
Important information
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, because Pisa and Florence involve a lot of walking on pavements
- Bring a charged smartphone and headphones for the Florence audio guide
- Download the audio guide before you travel, since it needs an internet connection and does not cover Pisa
- The audio guide needs a recent Android or iOS phone
- Guided tours in Pisa and Florence, food, drinks and hotel pickup are not included
- Bring photo ID and your voucher on your phone
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Florence and Pisa day trip from Rome cost?
The price depends on the option you choose, with or without the Florence audio guide. The booking panel shows the current price for each option, for adults and children.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. The tour begins at a meeting point in Rome shown on your voucher, and hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.
How long is the tour?
It is a full-day trip of about 14 hours, including around ten hours on the bus, time in Pisa and time in Florence.
What is the difference between the options?
The standard option includes an audio guide for Florence, and the other option is without the audio guide. The route and the time in each city are the same.
Is there a guided tour in Pisa and Florence?
No. A tour leader accompanies the group and gives a panoramic introduction, but guided tours inside the cities are not included.
Can I climb the Leaning Tower?
Tower tickets are not included. You can book them separately, and it is best to arrange them in advance.
Is the day trip suitable for children?
Yes for older children who can manage a long day on a bus, and child rates are shown in the booking panel.
What should I wear and bring?
Comfortable shoes, a charged phone, headphones and snacks. Bring photo ID and your voucher on your phone.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Yes when spaces are open. The booking panel shows the dates you can choose, and busy days may sell out.
Is Pisa worth visiting on a day trip?
Yes for the Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli, which are close together and easy to see in about an hour and a half.
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