From Rome: Florence and Pisa Full-Day Small-Group Tour

Lazio, Florence



Enjoy a day trip to visit the cities of Pisa with the Baptistery, the cathedral and the leaning tower. Florence cradle of the Renaissance where we can visit the city and admire Michelangelo's David.

Full-day tour from Rome to Pisa and Florence with guided visits and skip-the-line Accademia Gallery entrance

This tour suits travelers interested in Renaissance art, architecture, and historic cities in Tuscany. It departs from Rome and includes Pisa and Florence highlights with an expert guide and a tour assistant.

Description

Depart from Rome for a full-day trip to northern Tuscany, passing the Tiber Valley and Chianti vineyards before arriving in Pisa. Explore Piazza dei Miracoli with the Leaning Tower (external visit), Baptistery, and Cathedral, all built of white marble.

At noon, travel to Florence, stopping for lunch en route. At 2:30 pm, meet your professional guide for a 2-hour walking tour through Florence’s historic center. Experience medieval streets and artisan workshops while seeing masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, and Michelangelo. Visit the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s David, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore with Brunelleschi’s dome, the Baptistery, and Giotto’s Bell Tower.

The tour concludes with panoramic views of Florence from Piazzale Michelangelo, overlooking the Ponte Vecchio, Arno River, and the Duomo.

Highlights

  • Visit Pisa: Baptistery, Cathedral, Leaning Tower (external)
  • 2-hour guided tour of Florence city center
  • Accademia Gallery entrance with skip-the-line access
  • See Michelangelo’s David
  • Tour assistant for the entire day

Includes

  • Air-conditioned minivan transfer with hotel pickup and drop-off (inside Rome’s Aurelian Walls)
  • 2-hour official guided walking tour in Florence
  • Accademia Gallery entrance fee with skip-the-line
  • Pisa visit: Baptistery, Cathedral, and Leaning Tower exterior
  • English-speaking tour assistant throughout the trip

Excludes

  • Leaning Tower entrance fee (external visit only)
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Important Information

  • The tour operates rain or shine
  • Contact the operator 24 hours before the tour to confirm pickup time

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes and a camera. Booking in advance is recommended to secure your preferred date and time.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Pisa visit includes an external view of the Leaning Tower, plus stops at the Baptistery and Cathedral in Piazza dei Miracoli.
The tour provides transportation by coach from Rome to Pisa and Florence, passing through the Tiber Valley and Chianti vineyards.
Yes, skip-the-line entrance to the Accademia Gallery in Florence is included in the tour.
An expert guide and a tour assistant accompany you throughout the day in Florence and Pisa.
The tour lasts the full day, departing from Rome in the morning and returning the same evening.
No, the tour includes only an external view of the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
The itinerary focuses on guided visits but typically allows some free time to explore Florence independently.
The tour departs from central Rome; check the booking confirmation for the exact departure point.
Yes, the tour highlights Renaissance art and architecture, especially during the Florence visit including the Accademia Gallery.
Meals are not included; plan to arrange your own lunch during the break in Florence.

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