From Rome to Tuscany: Discover Florence and Pisa in One Day

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   Piazza dei Miracoli

   Square with green areas and the emblematic leaning tower and majestic cathedral of Pisa, with marble bands. Spend some free time here to take funny pictures.

   1 hour•Admission free•See on map

2. 2

   Pisa Cathedral

   The Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, in the center of Piazza dei Miracoli is a medieval Catholic cathedral dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin, the episcopal seat of the Italian city of Pisa

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free•See on map

3. 3

   Leaning Tower of Pisa

   Did you know that it started by leaning in one direction and then continued to lean in the opposite direction? From here we will go back to the bus and start the journey to Florence

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free•See on map

4. 4

   Piazza Santa Croce

   The first stop in Florence will be Piazza Santa Croce. The centerpiece of this square is the Basilica di Santa Croce, one of the most important Franciscan churches in Italy. It is known for its distinctive Gothic architecture and is the final resting place for some of Italy's most illustrious figures, including Michelangelo, Galileo Galilei, Niccolò Machiavelli, and Dante Alighieri.

   10 minutes•Admission free•See on map

5. 5

   Piazza del Duomo

   Discover the wonderful Piazza del Duomo, the main square in the heart of Florence. It is renowned for its stunning architecture and is surrounded by some of the city's most iconic landmarks like the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore or the Giotto's Campanile. Here you will have free time to walk around the city and discover it on your own.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free•See on map

6. 6

   Commonly known as Il Duomo, this iconic cathedral

   Commonly known as Il Duomo, this iconic cathedral is renowned for its distinctive dome designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, which is considered an architectural masterpiece of the Renaissance. It is famous for its red-tiled dome, the marble façade, and Giotto's bell tower.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free

7. 7

   This spectacular temple from the 15th century is a Dominican church with frescoes by Gothic and early Renaissance masters.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free

8. 8

   Ponte Vecchio

   Walk over the Vecchio Bridge and discover the history behind the shops that line both sides. They are built on the bridge and have historically been used by merchants, especially jewelers and goldsmiths. The tents are suspended over the river and are supported by columns.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free•See on map

9. 9

   Piazza della Signoria

   Piazza della Signoria is the central square of Florence, in Tuscany, Italy. It is the seat of civil power with the "Old Palace" and is the heart of the city's social life.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free•See on map

Meeting point

Outside Tiburtina Station, under the sign with the name of the station and close to the shop

The map shows Rome. The exact meeting point is the address above.Open larger map

Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• It is mandatory that children under 11 years old seat on a baby car seat. Amigo Tours can not provide it. Please bring your own baby car seat.
• This tour has a very tight itinerary and the distances in the cities are great. From Rome to Pisa there is a 4h ride and the same back from Florence. We do not recommend it for people with mobility problems. The pace of the visit is demanding.
• Please note, this tour travels between the cities by bus, and you will be on this bus for several hours. Specifically the journey from Rome to Pisa lasts approximately 4 hours, and the same for the return to Rome from Florence
• You will enjoy Pisa and Florence at your own pace, but you can always count on your tour leader for any doubt or requirement.
• If you have chosen the audioguide option in Florence we will send you the instructions to download it when your booking is confirmed. Please note an Android (version 5.0 and later) or iOS smartphone is required. The audio tour is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Mini 1st generation
• To download the audio guide on the bus, you will need an internet conection.
• It is recommended to bring headphones for a better experience.
• It is mandatory that children under 11 years old sit in a baby car seat. Amigo Tours can not provide it. Please bring your own baby car seat.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• • Please note: run in both English and Spanish • Please be 15 minutes earlier at the meeting point for the check-in. The guide will be waiting at the meeting point with a sign of Amigo Tours • Please wear comfortable athletic or walking shoes, layered clothes, and sun protection. Check the weather conditions before going on the tour. • Note that this tour is not fully adapted for people with mobility problems to enjoy them freely due to the numerous staircases and pavements. • In Florence, you are granted access to the audio guide if you have selected the upgrade. You will receive the instructions to download it once your booking is confirmed. We recommend you to download Amigo Tours app. • For more information please contact Amigo Tours at +34 91 129 34 83 or [email protected]

Cancellation and refunds

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe
• Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book