The top cities between Grosseto and Pisa are Siena, Lucca, Portoferraio, Livorno, Volterra, Castagneto Carducci, Montepulciano, Montecatini Terme, Monte Argentario, and Capoliveri. Siena is the most popular city on the route. It's 1 hour from Grosseto and 2 hours from Pisa.
Monte Argentario is a municipality and a promontory that falls under the jurisdiction of the Grosseto Province in Tuscany, Italy. It is situated approximately 150 km to the south of Florence and 35 km southwards from Grosseto. The place is known for its scenic beauty, with picturesque views that attract tourists from far and wide.
Siena is an Italian city located in the Tuscany region. It is well-known for its medieval architecture that primarily comprises of brick buildings. The central square, Piazza del Campo, has a fan-like shape and houses the Gothic town hall named Palazzo Pubblico along with Torre del Mangia - a 14th-century tower with a white crown providing breathtaking views. Siena contains 17 historical districts that spread from Piazza del Campo.
Most popular city on this route
35 minutes off the main route, 37% of way to Pisa
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Montepulciano is a charming town located in Tuscany, Italy, situated on top of a medieval hill. The area is surrounded by vineyards and renowned for its red wine known as vino nobile. Visitors can admire the Torre di Pulcinella clock tower adorned with a figure of the commedia dell’arte character Pulcinella.
Portoferraio is the largest city on the island of Elba, situated on a tiny hill by the sea. The town offers pebbly beaches like Ghiaie beach and Capo Bianco, known for their white pebbles resembling those in the Caribbean. Travelers can also explore other beaches such as Sansone, Chiessi, Pomonte, Barbarossa, and Reale with varying pebble colors due to different mineral compositions.
Capoliveri, a comune on the island of Elba in Italy, is part of the Province of Livorno in the Tuscany region. Its name, Caput Liberi, means "sacred to Bacchus," reflecting its history as a land of vineyards and excellent wine. The town offers cultural attractions like the Sanctuary of Madonna delle Grazie, Focardo Fortress, and Chapel of San Michele Apse.
7% as popular as Siena
2 hours off the main route, 48% of way to Pisa
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Castagneto Carducci is a charming comune in the Tuscany region of Italy, known for its connection to the poet Giosuè Carducci. Situated on the Tuscan coast, it is part of a picturesque area that includes nearby towns such as Piombino, San Vincenzo, and Bibbona. This coastal region was favored by the Etruscans, with Populonia being their only town on the coast.
Volterra, a walled town in Italy, is located southwest of Florence and offers a glimpse into its rich history. The Palazzo dei Priori showcases medieval frescoes and a bell tower with stunning panoramic views. Visitors can explore the Volterra Cathedral with its marble entrance and gilded coffered ceiling, as well as the nearby remains of the Etruscan Acropolis.
Montecatini Terme, located in Tuscany, Italy, is renowned for its art nouveau Parco delle Terme spa complex and the MO.C.A. (Montecatini Contemporary Art) gallery featuring works by artists like Joan Miró and Claes Oldenburg.
Livorno is a city located in Tuscany, Italy, that boasts of its seafood delicacies and ancient fortifications from the Renaissance era. The city features a modern harbor with a port for cruise ships as well. Its chief attraction is the Terrazza Mascagni - the central waterside promenade adorned with checkered paving that serves as a gathering spot for locals and tourists alike.
Lucca is a city situated in Tuscany region of Italy on the banks of Serchio river. Its historic center is surrounded by well-preserved Renaissance walls, and its roads are made up of cobblestones. The massive ramparts built during the 16th and 17th centuries are now popular for strolling and cycling, with tree-lined pathways providing a scenic view.
70% as popular as Siena
20 minutes off the main route, 80% of way to Pisa
Best stops along Grosseto to Pisa drive
The top stops along the way from Grosseto to Pisa (with short detours) are Leaning Tower of Pisa, Piazza del Campo, and Historic Centre (Unesco). Other popular stops include Duomo di Siena, Mura di Lucca, and Terrazza Mascagni.
Cala del Gesso is a stunning beach in Tuscany, known for its polished pebbles and the remnants of a 16th-century tower. It's considered one of the most beautiful shores in the region, along with La Cacciarella and Cala Grande. Accessible by long downhill paths, these wild beaches offer breathtaking landscapes at the end of their trails.
One of the best beach and sea in monte Aegentario natural reserve!! Is a long walk down from cliff but is worth it!! Awesome lamdscape from the cliff!! The sea is amazing and clear with rocks and lots of fishes ideal for snorkeling!! 🇮🇹🛥️🌞
Davide Danti — Google review
A little paradise in Monte Argentario.
We went in April, it was like a desert.
A bit difficult to reach; you need to park along the main street and then hike for a kilometer.
Bring with you water and foods,
Massimo — Google review
Beautiful beach, but don’t follow the navigation until the end!! Maybe it’s because I’ve been there after the main season, but couldn’t find the official parking. The navigation showed to go trough this door where it’s painted on the concrerte the beache’s name, but it’s a private road, it leads to a dead end. Leave the car somewhere higher up, then walk down until the beach.
Barbara Túri — Google review
There are a few little places and bays that you can approach only with a little hiking between Cala Piccola and Cala Grande, but worth a little extra time. Don't forget to take some snacks and water with you. ;)
Babett Czigány — Google review
Wonderful view. Clear water. A bit difficult to reach and can only be done on foot. There are no rest areas nearby. A real natural paradise.
CHIARA PANICO — Google review
Rating it a 1 because could not go as the access is blocked (?) most beaches in Argentario are blocked by rich people as private access. How people can block public beaches is a wonder only found in Italy. How Italians like to suffer this in their own country and tourists as well is another mystery to be asked to the municipality and tourism department.
Binita Kakati — Google review
Crowded with no parking. Climb back of 1 mile is brutal
Richard Cardullo — Google review
Very good
Tommaso Vanni — Google review
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58019 Monte Argentario, Province of Grosseto, Italy
Parco Regionale della Maremma is a stunning regional park that encompasses the Uccellina Mountain Range, a sprawling 600-hectare pine forest, marshy plains and 20km of unspoiled coastline. Visitors can access the park via 13 marked walking trails ranging from 2.5km to 13km in length; A2 ('Le Torri') being the most popular trail that leads to the beach over a distance of 5.8km.
Natural beauty! Beautiful beach with only a few visitors! Perfect visiting time is spring and autumn, in the summer time it can be quite hot out there!
Julian — Google review
Beautiful place. It's really hot in June, so bring a lot of water with you, some fresh snacks, and a hat. Very easy to walk, and with nice surprises in many of its paths.
Vlad Tepetzin — Google review
We went there mid of september and it was miraculous. We‘ve never seen nature like it is shown in this nature reserve. Highly recommend to take at least one path that leads to one of the castles placed high up. The panorama is beautiful up there and you can quietly observe the landscape.
Also recommend to go swim on the beach with a blue sky above.
notfromhere — Google review
Great park, amazing wildlife and plants. Lovely treks and paths to discover. Unforgettable experience! Anywhere you look you will discover different animals and spots. You can explore and find perfect spots to snap a great picture, creating a wonderful memory. Loved it!
Diego Bruschi — Google review
Great park. There are several routes on foot/bike/horse which u can choose from. Everyone should find a tour. Seeing the beach is a must.
Marcel Heinemann — Google review
The park is nice. The beach a it's highlight is still quite crowded in the main season. Luckily the parking lot capacity restricts the total amount of cars. If you want to enjoy nature and a wild beach, you'll have to walk quite a while from the parking lot.
Mike (Mïstik_Mike) — Google review
We had a nice hike there on the smaller family paths. They were still interesting enough to spend an afternoon in the forest with the kids.
Only 3 stars because the core of the park can be reached only by bus, which goes mostly every hour but not between 1 and 5 :(
Markus Clermont — Google review
A very nice beach with a lovely drive through Roman Pines past cows and horses. Get the "Big Burger" at the food stand - perfecto and all home grown grass-fed organic.
Ty T — Google review
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Via del Bersagliere, 7/9, 58100 Alberese GR, Italy
Located about 50 minutes south of Sienna, the Abbazia di San Galgano is a stunning 13th-century Gothic church and abbey set amidst picturesque farmland. The monastery features an awe-inspiring roofless church, offering visitors a unique glimpse into its history and architecture. Surrounding alleyways lined with cypress trees lead to this remarkable site. Additionally, the area around Chiusdino has seen recent investment in luxurious estates, making it a popular destination for tourists worldwide.
A must visit when in Tuscany, you park and take a short walk that brings the Abbey into better view with each step. The visit isn't expensive and won't take up hours of the day but is such a unique place. When we were there I got the sense this is a place that is less known to the foreign tourist crowd, we may have been the only native English speakers and I loved it! What better than to escape the crowds of international tourists than to find a unique place like the Abbey of San Galgano?
There is also a wonderful little church up the hill and a short walk past is a shop with wine from the on-site vineyard.
Michael Dorman — Google review
Intimate experience, I suggest going on a weekday, much calmer, just before the abbey closes, so you can visit it, together with the sword in the stone in the chapel nearby. Then wait for the sunset with a good bottle of local wine and local specialities, at the tables of the farmhouse which is located right in front. And remain silent....
Marco Vignozzi — Google review
Absolutely stunning! No words could describe this amazing place! I’ll let the words speak for themselves!
Marie Le — Google review
What a charming spot❤️Definitely recommended, it has a spirit and gives chills. We saw it during golden hour which was just wow. Even though close to Siena, it was empty without crowds. We loved it!
Zuzana Semeradova — Google review
Beautiful historical building surrounded by green fields. 5 euro entrance ticket.
I would also recommend to afterward walk up the little hill to have a refreshing drink at Salendo (very close by)
Giulia C — Google review
Well worth the journey, and best visited from 4pm (summer time) for the best photos. Worth visiting the Battistero in Siena (under the Duomo), where they have a reliquary of the saint and the story behind his life. In Chiusdino nearby they also have the house, a museum based around the saint, and the saint’s Skull.
Rodolfo Aspasini — Google review
An interesting old church that allows for lovely pictures and has a cool history. The entrance fee is a little high for the experience (when going in with multiple people) but not bad, and the ticket gets you into the Chiusdino castle I think?
megan remien — Google review
Very interesting building in very nice surroundings. There is an entrance fee to enter the building but you can also just walk around on the outside if you like. There is very little information about the place but the ticket also allows you to visit the museum close by where u might get more information.
R2 M?h — Google review
A trip to San Galgano Abbey is a trip to medieval times, in the heart of Tuscan countryside. Magic atmosphere without being gloomy, the roofless building is the perfect place for dramatic photos and drone filming!
Bonus: The trattoria right next to it offers excellent Tuscan cuisine!
Roberto Leone (Robbie Leone) — Google review
A nice peaceful place to visit. There is a large free parking lot which is a 10 min walk away. From the Abbey there is a steep amd rocky trail leading up to the church (shorter and more scenic than walking back around via the road) where you can enter for free and see the sword in the rock. From there you can complete the loop on the road back to the parking lot.
Eric Hirsch — Google review
I enjoyed the visit. It’s an archeological site with an interesting history. You can opt to just see the famous sword for free, but I think it’s more complete if you pay the 5€
Marisol Romero — Google review
Amazing place! It's a pity that when you pay for admission you won't receive any information leaflet or audiobook. But it's still worth visiting. The area is also inviting, so it's worth booking a whole afternoon :-)
Lucyna Czajkowska — Google review
One of the most unique and beautiful places in Tuscany!
It is a hidden gem and of course the real story of the sword in the rock starts all from here...
ferruccio lemley — Google review
This place is a kind of astral place where the construction of man reaches the sky. And I appreciate and observe this abbey that has taken on a new meaning, a meaning that each of us Can fill in with their own experiences and reflections. I really recommend going here, because it can surprise you how different the real is from the virtual.
J_Gogo — Google review
worth it! €10 x pp. don’t miss out for the sword in the stone up the hill !
CA — Google review
Very mystical place embedded in the Tuscany’s typical landscape. The sworn in the rock is something every Terence Hanbury admirer should be seeing at least once in life.
Agostino Corfini — Google review
A must visit when in tuscano, the grand scale of this Abbey is beyond belief considering it's around 800 years old. We feel so fortunate to be getting married here. It's located in such a peaceful surrounding, with a superb wine bar near by where you get to enjoy the most local red wine and views that you can stare at all day.
Lloyd Martin — Google review
We were driving through the Tuscany and stumbled upon this church. It’s quite nice to have a look at it but it’s 5 € entrance fee. Quite high for an old church with no roof.
Dominik Schubovski — Google review
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Strada Comunale di S. Galgano, 53012 Chiusdino SI, Italy
Shrine to 12th-century knight & saint Galgano Guidotti, with his sword displayed as a holy relic.
A nice peaceful place to visit. There is a large free parking lot which is a 10 min walk away. From the Abbey there is a steep amd rocky trail leading up to the church (shorter and more scenic than walking back around via the road) where you can enter for free and see the sword in the rock. From there you can complete the loop on the road back to the parking lot.
Eric Hirsch — Google review
This is a curious place to visit a d there seems to be a lot of interest. However, thi gs are not that well set up. Badly organised parking a d the explanations about the sites are really terrible. We went during bad weather during Easter, which might have been a bad combination. With nice weather and fewer crowds, it might be a nicer visit.
Anthony Foreman — Google review
Very cool chapel built on the site where Saying Galgono renounced his warrior status. According to the church, his sword is still embedded in the stone. Worth the hike up from the Abbey for sure.
Christopher Cropsey — Google review
Suggestive, the sword is behind a glass that it's not well cleaned. Parking is free and next to the Eremo
Matteo Galli — Google review
Amazing place in the Tuscan countryside. The ticket to San Galgano abbey (see picture) is very cheap: only 3.50€ to enter the
church and have some nice shots there. The surroundings are very quiet and you can get the chance to relax laying on the fields. On the top of the hill there is the little church (eremo di Montesiei) that contains a real and antique sword in the stone, like the famous one 😉 Really worth the visit
Alex — Google review
Wonderful experience. Holiday for Italy when we were there so very busy. Mass was taking place in the church when we were there. Very interesting and a real experience of Italy.
Dave Borst-Smith — Google review
Fun one or two hour stop on a nice day.
Bernie Traywick — Google review
Taking a walk back in history.
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5524+X5, Strada Comunale di S. Galgano, 53012 Chiusdino SI, Italy
The tower, which is 338 feet tall, has always been a civic tower in Siena without any religious function. It was built between 1325-1348 and is said to contain lucky coins from all over Europe that are engraved with Hebrew and Latin letters.
Torre del Mangio
When you think of Piazza del Campo, you will automatically see a huge bell tower in your mind's eye. This is the 102 meters (88 meters if you don't include the Palazzo itself) high bell tower: Torre del Mangia.
The tower is a true landmark of the city.
Built in the fourteenth century by the Rinaldo brothers, it stands next to the Palazzo Pubblico. The striking thing about the tower is that the lower part is in Gothic style and the top is not. At the foot of the Torre you will find a chapel, which was added after the plague epidemic in 1352.
You can also climb the Torre for a small fee for a beautiful view over the city.
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Palazzo Pubblico (Museo Civico)
Also on the Piazza del Campo you will find the Palazzo Pubblico, the town hall, which was built between 1297 and 1310.
Previously, the Palazzo was the seat of the Signoria and the Podestà; now it is one of the most elegant palaces of that time. The Palazzo has a recognizable appearance with light natural stone and orange bricks. In the town hall there is a museum, the Museo Civico, where you can view paintings and frescoes.
Donato A. Mura — Google review
Great views. Decent price for a family ticket. Kind of a must if you’re in Siena, you’re going to want the picture and to say you did the climb. I’m not in great shape but I made it up, down was slower as I was a bit lightheaded. They insist you only stay up for ten minutes, so that detracted from the experience but I understand, there’s only one shoulder width on the stairs, you can’t have folks up and down at the same time.
Josh V — Google review
Beautiful views from this tower you cannot miss! Indeed, there are a lot of steps to get to the top, but it's definitely worth it 😊. Beware, the tickets can be bought only for the current day, not upfront. In case of bad weather forecast the tower is closed, so definitely check the forecast prior buying the tickets.
Eva Lichnerov? — Google review
On the battlements of the tower you can visit the most beautiful viewpoint in Siena, which offers a breathtaking view of the whole city and its hilly surroundings. There are 400 steps to the top and no elevator.
The tower is open daily from 10:00 to 18:15, in winter only until 15:15.
The ticket price is €10 for the tower or the Museo Civico itself. A combination of both tickets is sold at a discounted price of 15 EUR. The number of tickets is limited per day and it is recommended to be in line as early as 10:00 am.
Lukas Cerny — Google review
Mind blowing. Ticket price of €10 is totally worth it. Go on a sunny morning or when there’s a nice sunset. Brilliant views…
Professor Ramen — Google review
We bought the ticket that give you access to climb the tower plus two other museums for €20. The price is not cheap but the view from the tower is amazing!
You can only buy tickets for the same day and usually they sold out early, at 1pm we got the last two available spots for the day at 6pm.
You need to climb 400 steps and before going up they request to leave backpacks on a locker. The stairs are narrow, but not too bad.
Fernanda Capalbo — Google review
Must do in Siena. Period. The climb could be hot but not bad at all. We’re a family of 4 with kids of 3 and 7 years old. They did the climb with ease and little help from us. There are a few places to take a break and get in some breeze from the windows/openings on the wall. The rails are tall enough so height wasn’t a problem for my wife who’s usually afraid of heights. The stairs aren’t too steep although could be narrow at certain places but not unmanageable. Once atop, the view is panoramic and you can walk around the tower to take in views from all directions above the ancient city of Siena.
About tickets: we got them 10:30 in the morning on a Friday in August. We were able to get a climbing slot of 11:30.
Kenny S — Google review
🏛 The signature of Sieana. Must be visited. The Torre del Mangia is a tower in Siena, in the Tuscany region of Italy. Built in 1338-1348, it is located in the Piazza del Campo, Siena's premier square, adjacent to the Palazzo Pubblico (Town Hall). When built it was one of the tallest secular towers in medieval Italy. At 102 m, it is second tallest after Cremona's Torrazzo (112 m (367 ft)), the Asinelli tower in Bologna at 97 m being third. The tower was built to be exactly the same height as the Siena Cathedral as a sign that the church and the state had equal amounts of power.
Literally meaning "Tower of the Eater", the name refers to its first bellringer, Giovanni di Balduccio, nicknamed Mangiaguadagni ("Eat-the-profits", that is "Profit eater") either for his spendthrift tendency, idleness or gluttony.
🏛 Sieananın simgesi. Mutlaka ziyaret edin.
Evren Uysal — Google review
A good experience when in Siena with great views. Go and buy your tickets ahead of time. Bought ours in the morning and didn’t get to go up until 2 PM. Be warned they only give you 10 minutes when you make it to the top. Kind of a shame they don’t let you take more time to snap pictures of the gorgeous views after such a strenuous climb.
Scott Denoon — Google review
Great views.
340 stairs to climb worth the pictures you get...
Also, on the way to the top, there are lovely sights.
Tickets are available only on the spot and run out pretty quick...
David naftalis — Google review
If you visit Siena you have to make the climb up this tower.
Buy your ticket from the office underneath in the courtyard but be aware that you book a time slot for later in the day.
The climb is relatively challenging but there are areas to stop on the way if you need it. The climb is worth it for the breathtaking views of a beautiful city.
Dan Woodruff — Google review
The view from the top of the tower is worth the price of admission.
You will be treated to wonderful views of the city of Siena and the Tuscan countryside.
Jon Cohen — Google review
We purchased our tickets from the main office below the tower. You will need to make sure the attendants are aware of what type of tickets you would like. We missed the opportunity to benefit from a discount by not giving enough information regarding the attractions we wanted to visit. The entrance door to the start of the tower steps, is directly to the left as you walk into the main building. You would of been given a time slot and you will have to wait for your time slot before starting the climb. You will find a Stop and Go light at the entrance door, you should wait until the light turns green to start the climb inside the tower, on our decent we had people coming up before the light had turned green. You will find that after a few flights of stairs you will come across a room where you will show your ticket and you will be asked to put all bags in the lockers, the lockers are all against the wall, you retained the key that locks the door. You will also find a WC just incase you need to go. The climb isn’t that bad, just take your time, you will find that at some stages the doors frames are a little low and the width is a bit tight. Once at the top you have a 360 degree view of Siena, well worth the climb.
Wesley Sussex — Google review
Amazing views! Make sure you book early in the day as the tours have a maximum group of 25. The staircases are narrow and steep but not too difficult. There's a toilet after the ticket barrier, at the base of the tower. The price is around €10 per person to climb the tower and your are limited to 30 minutes.
Rory Marshall — Google review
You can buy the tickets in the first floor, and stay for up to 1hr to enjoy the view. Sure is a goosebump-ish experience! But this is a MUST on your bucket list. You might spend about 15min going upstairs to the tower. Get a water bottle, and avoid using your phone so much once you reach. This is one in a lifetime for most of you people.
Piazza del Campo in Siena is a captivating square renowned for its medieval brick construction and elegant surrounding buildings. It is particularly famous for hosting the Palio horse race. This historic square, with its unique shell-shaped design and terracotta flooring, is considered one of the most beautiful in the world. Since the 14th century, it has been a focal point for Sienese life, serving as a market and gathering place during significant political events and celebrations.
The Piazza is by far the best place to people watch, and the center of Siena. There are lots of shops and restaurants flanking the rim of the open space. If you arrive early enough you could even have the entire area to yourself!
Michael Barton — Google review
Piazza del Campo has a special charm. People sit in cafeterias and enjoy the beautiful view. The piazza is surrounded by many bars and restaurants. People also sit on the floor, which is something wonderful to me. If you want the best view of Siena and to take wonderful pictures, go to the tower. It is mandatory to buy tickets in advance so that they can give you time to enter the tower. Its only ten euros and free for kids up to 12 years of age.
WFC MMA — Google review
Very impressive square where you can experience the uniqueness of this beautiful city all at once. The people of Siena quite rightly call this the most beautiful square in the world. It is not only when the Palio takes place that the influence of the Condrati can be seen and felt here, no matter from which side you enter the square, you are constantly accompanied by the history of the Palio and the Condrati. The square is the geographical, social and cultural centre of this city. You can also visit the establishments located here, whether for a meal or just an aperitif.
Dominik Karner — Google review
Amazing place. The square makes a big impression. One of the most beautiful places you can visit in Tuscany
del — Google review
Piazza del Campo was the highlight of our one day visit to Siena. This stunning square was bustling with tourists and steeped in fascinating history, particularly regarding the famous horse race. You can refill your water at the fountain and wander through the charming streets surrounding the square. It's definitely worth a visit for anyone exploring Siena. 🍕
Steven T — Google review
Amazing and beautiful place/piazza in the center of Sienna… only superlatives, nothing more to say! We were here in September 2021, not too crowded and beautiful weather…. Perfect to take some beautiful pictures, although it’s not easy (read almost impossible) to capture the whole place in one picture…
Frank Vvk — Google review
Amazing plaza, it must be incredible during the Palio! On any other day, the plaza is a visual spectacle. The buildings are all unique and the tower is incredible! There are restaurants and shops throughout. The shell shape and angle of the ground is cool! It's a great place to hangout!
William Case — Google review
The Palio di Siena was truly an amazing experience that should be experienced at once in a lifetime. Tickets must be purchased months in advance and be sure to dress for hot weather and to use sun protection.
Valerie Roy — Google review
Perhaps the largest historic medieval square in Europe. Known for the horse races that take place around the perimeter of the square twice a year for centuries. Lots of restaurants around but I suggest you eat outside the square to pay a lot less.
Loukas Kontis — Google review
Stunning central piazza of Sienna. So much fabulous architecture and history as you wander around the square. There are numerous cafes and restaurants that line the outside of the square. There are many historical buildings to explore. A very photographic place to visit. Good to sit with a coffee and watch.
steve&alfie — Google review
Nice location in the heart of the city. Once you walked up the steep slopes and through the crowds you arrive here. Big open Square with the famous church in the middle. Only tip I have for you here is to do your restaurant research as many of the closeby restaurants here are terrible with very low ratings. Be aware
David Behbahani — Google review
Most fabulous Piazza in Siena- some general maintenance and repairs at the clock tower while we visited but it didn’t impact the visit overall.
Spacious, yet intimate- a perfect highlight of our Siena visit!
Highly recommended!
Alice Bond — Google review
Well if you visit Siena you can't miss Piazza del Campo. Best Piazza in the city. Lots of people and families come and go all day. There are a lot of restaurants around the Piazza to take your drink or eat your food. if you don't want something like that, you can just sit down and enjoy the view. Better after the sun goes down though because it's pretty hot in the summer!
AudiobookHolics — Google review
Enchanting, this is my third time to visit this place and i can’t get enough of it’s medieval charm. A must see place to visit when you are in Tuscany, there are plenty of restaurants and bars , you can relax and chill out while being captivated by it’s beauty.
Enrico Chua — Google review
Such a beautiful piazza! We were fortunate to be here during the horse races so the outer ring was packed with dirt for the races. The whole city was alive with the energy of supporting their neighborhood for the races. While there was extreme partisanship for their neighborhood all the people were still very friendly. One woman told me that while they are part of their neighborhood they are all Siena first. If you can visit during this annual event do so such fun.
Gabe Loftin — Google review
Piazza del Campo is an amazing square, unique in the world.
The scenery, its story, the experience, the yearly horse racing, the surrounding bars and restaurants, it's all contributing to a unique experience not to be missed.
Siena has even more to offer and to discover. Enjoy! 👌
Philippe Van der Mersch — Google review
What a beautiful place! This was one of our favourite trips out of Florence. We had beautiful weather and a tour guide showed us around the area. We got some great coffee at the cafes around the Piazza and some delicious traditional biscuits. Definitely worth a visit if you can fit it into your trip.
David Godwin — Google review
The Piazza del Campo in Siena, Italy, is a magnificent square that stands as the beating heart of the city, brimming with history, culture, and architectural splendor. Its unique shell-shaped design draws visitors into its embrace, creating a sense of unity and community.
At the center of the piazza lies the iconic Fonte Gaia, a beautifully sculpted fountain adorned with intricate reliefs, providing a serene focal point amidst the bustling activity of the square. Surrounding the fountain, the red-brick pavement radiates with warmth, inviting visitors to stroll along its cobbled paths and soak in the vibrant atmosphere.
The piazza's most notable feature is the Palazzo Pubblico, with its soaring Torre del Mangia offering panoramic views of the cityscape below. From this vantage point, visitors can marvel at the beauty of Siena's rooftops, churches, and rolling hills beyond.
Throughout the year, the Piazza del Campo hosts various events and festivities, including the renowned Palio di Siena, a thrilling horse race that captures the spirit and passion of the city's residents.
In conclusion, the Piazza del Campo is not merely a square but a symbol of Siena's rich history, vibrant culture, and enduring charm. It is a place where past and present converge, offering visitors an unforgettable glimpse into the soul of this enchanting Tuscan city.
Jino Joseph — Google review
Magical! Your imagination can easily transport you back to early times! Now there are cutevshops, cafes, and the best affogato I've ever had!
Tracy Zoeller — Google review
One of the many famous Piazzas in Florence. This one has beautiful statues, including one of the replicas of the David. If you don’t want to go to the Academia, you can see the David in this Piazza. It is just down the street from the Iffuzi museum.
Mitch Green — Google review
Piazzo Campo is a beautiful spot in Siena. The clock tower is wonderful and keeps perfect time. Lively place, great cafes.
Elizabeth Duthoo — Google review
This square is really extraordinary! I fell in love at first sight. I totally recommend going there, just to stand for a moment and enjoy the beauty. I didn't go inside, nor bought a ticket but I so glad I just visited this place!
Agapi Karageorgou — Google review
It might be busy but you could still get a spot and watch the crowd. Still somewhat relaxing amidst a big crowd. It’s a sight to behold. Best time of the year to visit for less crowd and weather - March/April
The Duomo di Siena, a renowned 13th-century structure, is famous for its striking facade and decorative black and white marble stripes. Considered one of Italy's finest examples of Gothic architecture, it captivates visitors with its alternating dark and light marble patterns. This stark contrast sets it apart from the predominantly red brick buildings in Siena. The cathedral boasts an extraordinary collection of art treasures, surpassing many prestigious museums.
One of the most unique and beautiful cathedrals in Italy. It’s known for it’s stunning dark green (looks black) and white marble. You need to purchase tickets to enter-unless you are going for mass. Mass is free. I recommend a skip the line pass so you can walk right in if it’s busy. I have seen a lot of cathedrals and this is right up there with St. Peters Basilica (Vatican).
Amy Samson — Google review
Absolutely stunning! One of the rare cathedrals that take your breath away from the outside in.
We had taken a walking tour (Siena 2-hour walking tour and skip-the-line Duomo Tickets with Elio on Get You Guide), which I highly recommend, as it was fantastic to have our guide explain some of the most iconic and moving works of the cathedral.
Valerie Roy — Google review
This is the most beautiful church we visited in Italy. In peak season, you NEED to book in advance. We skipped the line to pick up our tickets and had no wait, but if you had to queue up, I would estimate at least 1 hr wait.
If you're visiting Siena, make sure to set aside some time for this, just remember to dress appropriately for churches (shoulders covered)
Max Robinson — Google review
In June 2021, there were not so many people here, thanks to which we could walk through this beautiful Tuscan town in peace and undisturbed. From the roof there is a beautiful view of the surrounding area.
Matej Ga?pierik — Google review
Unbelievably beautiful in the inside, as gorgeous as in the outside. Surprised me. I thought it might be like Florence's duomo, fabulous in the outside and a little plain on the inside. But no. It's a sending inside as Milans cathedral! Wholly worth the 5 euro to visit. Superb
Rod H — Google review
Easily one if the most beautiful buildings in Siena and one of the better cathedrals to visit. The interior is ornate and enormous. The attached museum is a must visit to truly appreciate Renaissance era Siena and the power this cathedral commanded. Tickets to enter are located just in front of the Cathedral.
Michael Barton — Google review
Before visiting Siena, we knew that Siena was a rich small independent republic, developed even before Florence. We knew they have a great cathedral. But we were astonished when we saw it. Both exterior and interior are super elegant. On the floor are so many colorful engraving paintings, many of them are bible stories. It’s really impressive. We bought combined tickets for cathedral, church museum and the library.
Ruth Wang — Google review
Beautiful and majestic cathedral. Strongly recommended to get a ticket to visit the interior, it only costs 7€! Tall pillars of marble, very high ceilings and beautiful paintings. It's the size of an average church, but you can easily take hours, sitting there quietly, admiring the craftsmanship.
Swee Sien Lim — Google review
Absolutely stunning cathedral in Siena. Impressive is not just the black and white building, but also the floors. The queue can be quite long. If you want to visit the viewpoint, you need to buy the highest ticket category which also includes the museum. For the viewpoint, there's an extra waiting line up to one hour in the museum. The museum itself is interesting and worth a visit. The cheapest ticket category only includes the cathedral without baptistery and museum.
S S — Google review
The most beautiful cathedral in Italy! The interior especially took my breath away due to the high ceilings, marble mosaics on the floor, black and white marble columns and the ornate carvings. The ceiling in the library is breathtaking as well. If you purchase a ticket via GetYourGuide, you must line up on the LEFT side of the cathedral to exchange your pass for a real ticket. Then you will have skip the line access into the cathedral.
Sabiha Sultana — Google review
Stunning Cathedral. We did the all inclusive for €21 and it was definitely worth it. The Portico and Opera were lovely additions to the experience. Plan for 2-3 hours for all. The Portico experience must be scheduled and tickets should be purchased in advance.
Tracie Phillips — Google review
The cathedral is so beautiful and so peaceful. I have also visited the library it was just okay and small but the museum ❤ was incredible. Must go place while in siena.
Linta Mahboob — Google review
A very unique and beautiful church, the most impressive in Siena. It's not too far from the main plaza. The outside is gorgeous and the Vatican inside is a pleasant surprise. There are cool busts of the Popes around the inside of the cathedral. Nice visit!
William Case — Google review
A magnificent piece of architecture, all of the front façade with its intricate masonry and sculpture and the inside is a large "WOW". Don't hold your breath as you will faint. I attach some photos as a tease to make you want to visit.😀. Either book tickets in advance if arriving there after 10:30 - 15:00 otherwise expect a bit of a queue. If in the queue you can buy online there and then go straight down the reservation line to get the tickets you have purchased. My wife and I purchased €20 tickets each, which covers all areas, what I call "The Full Monty" ticket!! This includes, inside the cathedral, up through the roof space and balconies looking down, crypt, museum and museum tower visit for a view of Siena. We were there for 3 - 4 hours, it takes to see and marvel.
Darth Rum69 — Google review
It’s been a few months but forever in my heart. It was absolutely fabulous! Real time masses held. That’s the time they would limit visitors. Either go in to join the mass for free or wait outside for your timed entry.
Vee Browse — Google review
Duomo di Siena is among the most visited sites in the region. Every square inch is richly detailed; inside out. Loved the contrast in color and design between the interior and exterior and the work with the black mármol inside.
Jorge J. Garcia — Google review
A Unique experience for a truly wonderful Dome. It's worth the 5 Euros you have to pay to get inside!
Pietro Dell' Erba — Google review
One of the most beautiful cathedrals in Tuscany...not a church but a musem and a gallery. Be sure not to miss the library and Bernini chapelle...and the stories on the floor. Absolutelly breathtaking!
Špela Dekleva — Google review
THIS cathedral is worth the 5E admit. It is packed with statues, plaques, gravestones, murals, stained glass. Background music adds ambience. Lots of chairs to sit, rest, relax and look around, marvel at the sheer hours, years of hard work putting this together (and who paid for all this and how?). It is amazing. The folks managing there are super friendly (surprise, compared to Firenze Duomo, which feels like a military exercise, left/right, left/right!). Directions everywhere, in/out, exit, bewildering. The ticket area is very small, so they hold you out there, the entrance is small, they queue you there (and this was March, very much off-season, downright quiet around there). But it all works. The give you a red-dot to return if you exit to WC, very nice touch.
Cathedrals get kind of blurry after you've seen a few dozen...but this one is memorable. The floor mosaics are maybe unique, quite impressive, lots of sword-play depicted. They are all roped off, making the cavernous place almost cozy.
5E admit is plenty but you can pay 21E to climb to the top.
Steven Webb — Google review
You should buy your ticket in advance to avoid waiting in line to buy the ticket. This duomo is really big and pretty, unlike the one in Florence, which is just big... We really enjoyed walking around, admiring the paintings on the ground, wall, and ceiling. Inside the duomo, you could find the entrance to the Piccolomini Library as well.
Anh Nguyen — Google review
A must see in Siena. The ticket office is on the left side of the cathedral and it’s worth buying the tickets online to avoid the long queue.
Viktor Sz — Google review
No matter how many times I visit, I'm always enchanted by it's complexity of marble carving, by its interwoven 4 styles of architecture that make it unique, by the master artists that embilished the inside... Pisano, Raffaelo, Botticelli, Donatello, Michelangelo and Vasari who designed the dome frescoes.
Daniel Said (Dias) — Google review
A pleasant surprise after the disappointment of duomo in Florence. The building is an interesting piece of architecture and the interiors are very rich. That’s how I imagine a cathedral should look like. The ticket is 5 eur, but thanks to that there are no lines to enter, at least when I was visiting.
Karol Zajączkowski — Google review
You can not miss it. Make sure to visit also the museo dell opera dell duomo to see Duccio's Maesta!
Georgios Boudalis — Google review
Tickets sold outside at the left of the cathedral. I bought the full ticket that is valid for three days. The audio guide is free scanning the QR printed in the ticket 🎟️
The Duomo di Siena, a renowned 13th-century structure, is famous for its striking facade and decorative black and white marble stripes. Considered one of Italy's finest examples of Gothic architecture, it captivates visitors with its alternating dark and light marble patterns. This stark contrast sets it apart from the predominantly red brick buildings in Siena. The cathedral boasts an extraordinary collection of art treasures, surpassing many prestigious museums.
One of the most unique and beautiful cathedrals in Italy. It’s known for it’s stunning dark green (looks black) and white marble. You need to purchase tickets to enter-unless you are going for mass. Mass is free. I recommend a skip the line pass so you can walk right in if it’s busy. I have seen a lot of cathedrals and this is right up there with St. Peters Basilica (Vatican).
Amy Samson — Google review
Absolutely stunning! One of the rare cathedrals that take your breath away from the outside in.
We had taken a walking tour (Siena 2-hour walking tour and skip-the-line Duomo Tickets with Elio on Get You Guide), which I highly recommend, as it was fantastic to have our guide explain some of the most iconic and moving works of the cathedral.
Valerie Roy — Google review
This is the most beautiful church we visited in Italy. In peak season, you NEED to book in advance. We skipped the line to pick up our tickets and had no wait, but if you had to queue up, I would estimate at least 1 hr wait.
If you're visiting Siena, make sure to set aside some time for this, just remember to dress appropriately for churches (shoulders covered)
Max Robinson — Google review
In June 2021, there were not so many people here, thanks to which we could walk through this beautiful Tuscan town in peace and undisturbed. From the roof there is a beautiful view of the surrounding area.
Matej Ga?pierik — Google review
Unbelievably beautiful in the inside, as gorgeous as in the outside. Surprised me. I thought it might be like Florence's duomo, fabulous in the outside and a little plain on the inside. But no. It's a sending inside as Milans cathedral! Wholly worth the 5 euro to visit. Superb
Rod H — Google review
Easily one if the most beautiful buildings in Siena and one of the better cathedrals to visit. The interior is ornate and enormous. The attached museum is a must visit to truly appreciate Renaissance era Siena and the power this cathedral commanded. Tickets to enter are located just in front of the Cathedral.
Michael Barton — Google review
Before visiting Siena, we knew that Siena was a rich small independent republic, developed even before Florence. We knew they have a great cathedral. But we were astonished when we saw it. Both exterior and interior are super elegant. On the floor are so many colorful engraving paintings, many of them are bible stories. It’s really impressive. We bought combined tickets for cathedral, church museum and the library.
Ruth Wang — Google review
Beautiful and majestic cathedral. Strongly recommended to get a ticket to visit the interior, it only costs 7€! Tall pillars of marble, very high ceilings and beautiful paintings. It's the size of an average church, but you can easily take hours, sitting there quietly, admiring the craftsmanship.
Swee Sien Lim — Google review
Absolutely stunning cathedral in Siena. Impressive is not just the black and white building, but also the floors. The queue can be quite long. If you want to visit the viewpoint, you need to buy the highest ticket category which also includes the museum. For the viewpoint, there's an extra waiting line up to one hour in the museum. The museum itself is interesting and worth a visit. The cheapest ticket category only includes the cathedral without baptistery and museum.
S S — Google review
The most beautiful cathedral in Italy! The interior especially took my breath away due to the high ceilings, marble mosaics on the floor, black and white marble columns and the ornate carvings. The ceiling in the library is breathtaking as well. If you purchase a ticket via GetYourGuide, you must line up on the LEFT side of the cathedral to exchange your pass for a real ticket. Then you will have skip the line access into the cathedral.
Sabiha Sultana — Google review
Stunning Cathedral. We did the all inclusive for €21 and it was definitely worth it. The Portico and Opera were lovely additions to the experience. Plan for 2-3 hours for all. The Portico experience must be scheduled and tickets should be purchased in advance.
Tracie Phillips — Google review
The cathedral is so beautiful and so peaceful. I have also visited the library it was just okay and small but the museum ❤ was incredible. Must go place while in siena.
Linta Mahboob — Google review
A very unique and beautiful church, the most impressive in Siena. It's not too far from the main plaza. The outside is gorgeous and the Vatican inside is a pleasant surprise. There are cool busts of the Popes around the inside of the cathedral. Nice visit!
William Case — Google review
A magnificent piece of architecture, all of the front façade with its intricate masonry and sculpture and the inside is a large "WOW". Don't hold your breath as you will faint. I attach some photos as a tease to make you want to visit.😀. Either book tickets in advance if arriving there after 10:30 - 15:00 otherwise expect a bit of a queue. If in the queue you can buy online there and then go straight down the reservation line to get the tickets you have purchased. My wife and I purchased €20 tickets each, which covers all areas, what I call "The Full Monty" ticket!! This includes, inside the cathedral, up through the roof space and balconies looking down, crypt, museum and museum tower visit for a view of Siena. We were there for 3 - 4 hours, it takes to see and marvel.
Darth Rum69 — Google review
It’s been a few months but forever in my heart. It was absolutely fabulous! Real time masses held. That’s the time they would limit visitors. Either go in to join the mass for free or wait outside for your timed entry.
Vee Browse — Google review
Duomo di Siena is among the most visited sites in the region. Every square inch is richly detailed; inside out. Loved the contrast in color and design between the interior and exterior and the work with the black mármol inside.
Jorge J. Garcia — Google review
A Unique experience for a truly wonderful Dome. It's worth the 5 Euros you have to pay to get inside!
Pietro Dell' Erba — Google review
One of the most beautiful cathedrals in Tuscany...not a church but a musem and a gallery. Be sure not to miss the library and Bernini chapelle...and the stories on the floor. Absolutelly breathtaking!
Špela Dekleva — Google review
THIS cathedral is worth the 5E admit. It is packed with statues, plaques, gravestones, murals, stained glass. Background music adds ambience. Lots of chairs to sit, rest, relax and look around, marvel at the sheer hours, years of hard work putting this together (and who paid for all this and how?). It is amazing. The folks managing there are super friendly (surprise, compared to Firenze Duomo, which feels like a military exercise, left/right, left/right!). Directions everywhere, in/out, exit, bewildering. The ticket area is very small, so they hold you out there, the entrance is small, they queue you there (and this was March, very much off-season, downright quiet around there). But it all works. The give you a red-dot to return if you exit to WC, very nice touch.
Cathedrals get kind of blurry after you've seen a few dozen...but this one is memorable. The floor mosaics are maybe unique, quite impressive, lots of sword-play depicted. They are all roped off, making the cavernous place almost cozy.
5E admit is plenty but you can pay 21E to climb to the top.
Steven Webb — Google review
You should buy your ticket in advance to avoid waiting in line to buy the ticket. This duomo is really big and pretty, unlike the one in Florence, which is just big... We really enjoyed walking around, admiring the paintings on the ground, wall, and ceiling. Inside the duomo, you could find the entrance to the Piccolomini Library as well.
Anh Nguyen — Google review
A must see in Siena. The ticket office is on the left side of the cathedral and it’s worth buying the tickets online to avoid the long queue.
Viktor Sz — Google review
No matter how many times I visit, I'm always enchanted by it's complexity of marble carving, by its interwoven 4 styles of architecture that make it unique, by the master artists that embilished the inside... Pisano, Raffaelo, Botticelli, Donatello, Michelangelo and Vasari who designed the dome frescoes.
Daniel Said (Dias) — Google review
A pleasant surprise after the disappointment of duomo in Florence. The building is an interesting piece of architecture and the interiors are very rich. That’s how I imagine a cathedral should look like. The ticket is 5 eur, but thanks to that there are no lines to enter, at least when I was visiting.
Karol Zajączkowski — Google review
You can not miss it. Make sure to visit also the museo dell opera dell duomo to see Duccio's Maesta!
Georgios Boudalis — Google review
Tickets sold outside at the left of the cathedral. I bought the full ticket that is valid for three days. The audio guide is free scanning the QR printed in the ticket 🎟️
The Massa Marittima Cathedral is a stunning medieval church located in the picturesque town of Massa Marittima, Tuscany. Situated on the charming Piazza Garibaldi, this 13th-century duomo is dedicated to St. Cerbonius and features a unique asymmetrical position. The cathedral's interior houses the remarkable Maesta, a free-standing sculpture dating back to 1316.
The cathedral with the bell tower are a gorgeous feat of architecture. But don't miss l'Albero della Fecondità (the Tree of fertility) -- a medieval mural depicting a tree with male genitalia growing on it and eight female figures seemingly harvesting them. It dates to the 13th century and might be one of the earliest surviving depictions of witchcraft.
Lucia Toman — Google review
What a beautiful cathedral, I didn't see that one coming. Very nicely designed and maintained.
Rob Wirz — Google review
We visited this town on a pretty rainy day. Only a handful visitors were in town.
The massive Cathedral catches your eye immediately. It's been almost rebuilt by scratch and been undergoing major changes between the 11th and 15th Century. Quite a time to finish this cathedral. Some sources date the origins even before that.
We haven't had the time to go inside, but just from outside it's definitely a looker and worth checking this little town out.
Alex Haas — Google review
Beautiful cathedral worth a visit if you made it this far. Take care on the stairs, but enjoy the raw beauty of this holy place.
Olivia Tokarz — Google review
very nice place with lots of restaurants, bar, shops. This village is worth visiting. There are ceveral nice hotels and resorts in the surrounding
Ralf Wildhaber — Google review
Interestingly there is not so much to see in this part of Tuscany. This is the most interesting town and it is surely the nicest church here. Tiny but worth a visit. The main square where the cathedral is very picturesque with very nice building on all sides. The church is higher which makes it even nicer.
Tibor M. Kovacs — Google review
Take your breath deep and feel the soft wind and dive into the amazing view. Don't listen to others. Think of them as silent figures in the scene. Because you are now in your deep self in happiness with this vast classic Tuscan panorama. Take your courage and go to the top. This is an experience for life. Cherish it 🤗💕
Hanne Lystrup — Google review
Definitely worth a visit. Spectacular cathedral in a cute medieval town.
Alessandro Papadopoulos — Google review
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Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi, 58024 Massa Marittima GR, Italy
The lighthouse piazza Giovanni Bovio is a vibrant square located in an idyllic coastal setting. This scenic plaza showcases a majestic tower that acts as a guiding beacon for ships navigating the nearby waters. The square exudes an atmosphere of tranquility and charm, with its picturesque surroundings and serene ambiance. It serves as a popular gathering spot for both locals and tourists alike, offering breathtaking views of the sea and the surrounding landscape.
Spiaggia di Cavoli is one of the stunning beaches on the island, along with Biodola beach, Forno Beach, and Scaglieri. With its crystal-clear waters and soft sandy shores, Spiaggia di Cavoli offers a perfect spot for sunbathing and swimming. The beach is surrounded by picturesque cliffs and lush Mediterranean vegetation, creating a beautiful backdrop for a relaxing day by the sea.
4.5
(1778)
57034 Province of Livorno, Italy
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Spiaggia di Baratti
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This is a gem of a spot for an out of season little trip. Pristine surroundings: mountains, woods and beach in the heart of Toscana. Excellent restaurants in the western most part of the bay. Wing-Kite-surfers paradise when windy.
Giovanni Tedeschini — Google review
Nice sand, a bit more coarse than usual. Great brown color. Long stretch of free beach, and nice big waves during our visit. The Land behind is also beautiful, with big pine trees.
Jonas M. — Google review
We went late in the afternoon. Water was great but the highlight was the sunset. One of the most beautiful one we have seen
Living Tuscany — Google review
Very nice natural beach with a very calm backlands, lots of trees and shadowy places also. Very relaxing.
Andras Komaromy — Google review
I have never seen such a beautiful place vedo. The water is like a big salt pool. Amazing
Blerta Stringa — Google review
Baratti beach is really beautiful!
Sjaak van Dijk — Google review
It's an absolute junkyard full of plastic bags. Disgusting.
Spiaggia di Sansone is a charming and modest beach that boasts an exceptional level of beauty. It features clear and transparent waters for swimming, as well as surrounding cliffs, making it picturesque. However, the beach can be very crowded, and parking may require some walking distance due to distant parking. Despite this inconvenience, the amenities provided at the beach are enjoyable, such as a small restaurant with a fantastic view.
It's a lovely beach, clean and generally quiet. The white pebbles are great for the feet and the water perfect depth for swimming and exploring the rock with children. Unsupervised parking available above the beach, around 300 m walk.
Toni Timar — Google review
The best beach on the island I've been to. The water is crystal clear and the fish swim around you really close. It is a pebble beach so I recommend swimming shoes. In the summer months, if you arrive early, you can park on the side of the road, otherwise there is a private car park which costs 12 € for the whole day. Before arriving at the beach there is a small restaurant with a fantastic view.
Stefano Sansone — Google review
Beautiful beach!!!
There is a parking lot (10 euro for a whole day) where you can leave your car.
Then, you walk down a narrow road and arrive at beach La Sorgente. If you proceed down the path, you arrive at beach Sansone, which is only a few meters away from La Sorgente. There is a bar too in-between the two beaches.
The beaches are made of pebbles and have clear blue water. One small issue: it is usually packed. My advice is to come early and get a nice spot :) however, we arrived late, around ten o'clock, but managed to find a free spot. Also, on the furthest part of Sansone beach, around 2 pm there will be no sun on the beach, cause the rock shadows it, which is however pretty enjoyable anyway.
You can dive and have a relaxing day in one of the most stunning beaches of Elba island!
VITTORIA LEARDINI — Google review
Beautiful and quiet! An immersion in the sound of the sea. A short down path to reach this beautiful spot is worthwhile the experience. There is a small restaurant nearby but no kiosk so bring your own water and snacks if you wish not to walk anymore
Stefania Merzagora — Google review
Amazing beach, rocky instead of sand, but the water is incredible. Good spot for swimming and enjoying the day. There’s a small restaurant to buy snacks and drinks with and amazing view from the top. The parking situation is a nightmare. Make sure you arrive early as it gets crowded. Parking is done in the small mountain road and then you have to do a short hike downwards to the beach. This place is not accesible for wheelchair. Umbrellas and beach beds are available for rent however in small qty due to the limited space.
Cesar RV — Google review
Simply amazing like most sites on the island, one of my favourite days at the beach. easy enough to reach by car, spectacular views from sea or cliffs. Must try. Enjoy.
Marco Marchetti — Google review
One of the nicest beaches I have ever been too. I would go back and I would recommend it to anyone. It was very crowded going in mid august and a bit difficult to find but just follow the people. Or look up online but google maples doesn’t send you there correctly. Some of the clearest water I have ever seen
Steve Thomas — Google review
This beach is absolutely gorgeous. Here is what paradise looks like:
Larissa Guerrini — Google review
"Virgin place"...It's hard to arrive without car and also for parking it's a problem..but the place it's very very nice and relaxing...the beach it's small and with stones it's better if you come whit your umbrella and water shoes.the picture said all...
Crysk Cm — Google review
Very nice beach located around 15 minutes from the car parking by foot.
Fetovaia is a charming beach known for its picturesque pine grove providing shade on sunny days. The nearby Cavoli beach offers easy access to its eastern side, perfect for enjoying stunning sea views. Both beaches are popular spots for relaxation and leisure activities along the beautiful coastline.
3.5
(1971)
57034 Province of Livorno, Italy
I'll never travel to Pisa without this trip planner again
The Palazzo Comunale, the Art Gallery's Camera del Podesta and Pinacoteca (Government Offices) are home to wonderful artworks from the 13th-17th centuries. The tower has a scenic view over the town and surrounding countryside.
Incredible place. The tallest tower (54m) in San Gimignano. There is a museum, too. It's worth to go on the top.
Kamila Krauze-Pyrgiel — Google review
A really MUST!! This is the tallest tower in San Gimignano... so you can imagine how beautiful is the view... On top of it... it is not as difficult as one may think... A MUST!!!
??? ?. — Google review
If you're gonna do just one thing in San Gimignano, climb the Torre Grossa. Definitely do it. Beats every single other experience we've had in Tuscany and Italy so far. The views from the top are just spectacular, a 360 degree view of the Tuscan countryside. I can't stress enough how beautiful it is. There are quite a few steps up - around 200, and there is no lift. So keep that in mind. It's worth getting the combined ticket if you're interested in medieval art, churches and frescoes, otherwise just go up the tower.
Come earlier during the day. We visited around 11 AM on a Saturday in May. There was no wait and not too many people - it didn't feel packed on the top.
Michal Šimurka — Google review
Is remarkable, beautiful and medieval. But expensive ticket. I did not pay to climb. There are better views from other parts of the city. Ice cream is superb :).
Pajo TP — Google review
It is the tallest tower in the town and can be visited at a cost of €9 or €13 with the "SAN GIMIGNANO PASS".
There are many steps to reach the platform with the bells but the reward is a magnificent 360° panorama.
Wealthy families showed off their wealth by building towers and compete in their height .
A limit was placed on this, they could not be higher than the Rognosa tower, that of the "podestà" who was a public magistrate with various tasks.
To expand the space available to him in 1300 he began the construction of this new palace with this even higher tower: 54 meters.
For this reason the Grossa tower is also called the new "Podestà" tower.
Fabio Da Roit — Google review
Amazing little medieval walled city. Really wonderful to walk around and visit the different shops and feel the history all around it.
Alex F. Lazo — Google review
Especially when it’s nice weather, I recommend to climb all the way up and admire the view from the top of the 50-meter-high tower. The stairs may take you some time (there are around 200 steps) but have been renovated so they are wide and more than safe
Daniele Rocchi — Google review
Well-worth the hike up 200+ stairs for these incredible 360 degree views of Tuscany. You need to climb a ladder to get to the very top of the tower and need to duck under the bell to experience the full views, which further limits accessibility, but there are some spots to take in views through windows along the way if the full climb isn't for you.
Claire — Google review
Possibly the best panoramic view in Tuscany! San Gimignano and Montepulciano are my favorites for scenic views. Worth the climb up the stairs and small ladder. Not crowded, even on a weekend, when nearby gelato shops have lines.
George F — Google review
When you visit San Gimignano the best place to see the amazing beauty of the town and surrounding countryside is to climb the Torre Grossa.
The views are well worth the climb, which is not too arduous.
Dan Woodruff — Google review
My wife and I paid 13EUR each to obtain a pass that included Torre Grossa entry. Despite being Sunday with crowds in the city, there was no line or waiting to gain entry to the tower. We ascended the 218 steps to the top of the tower and enjoyed spectacular views of both the city and surrounding area. The steps up are 'grated metal' and thus allow you to see all the way to the bottom of the stairwell if you look straight down - those with vertigo are advised to hang on to the railing and simply look straight ahead and you will be good-to-go. The stairwell ends with quite literally a steel ladder that you must climb approximately 10 feet before entering the top of the tower - so anyone not able to climb ladder rungs should probably avoid this adventure.
Joseph Hale — Google review
San Gimignano - a perfectly pretty and small hilltop Tuscany town with many medieval towers. Torre Grossa is the tallest and only one that you can climb - and you must climb to view awesome Tuscany landscapes.
palash biswas — Google review
Great view Toscana from the top of the Torre. Forget about climbing the stairs. Is very easy to get to the top and also worth the effort and the money.
CavallinoMatto is a forest amusement park that offers exciting rides and family-friendly attractions, as well as live shows, a pizzeria, and a bar. Children's access to the various rides is determined by their height - from 90 cm up to 130 cm. The park is well-maintained and safe, with plenty of shows for visitors to attend throughout the day. The entry fee is very reasonable.
This amusement park is an oasis of fun and excitement. Outstanding roller coasters, with the standout being "Freestyle". On a week day in July, there was remarkably low crowd levels, and almost no waiting. It's an especially great destination for big kids and can ride every attraction. Pre-ordered tickets are a bit cheaper.
Denis Comte — Google review
Very good theme park for the little ones, it’s perfect for kids , but there are also few adults attractions . We also saw 2 shows, the magic one and the dinosaurs , and they were both great and entertaining. My kid and nephew, 5 and 6 years old loved it .
Sara Bonavita — Google review
Very good amusement park with friendly staff. Clean. Well organized. Good options for food and drinks but you can bring your own. Third time we visited in 4 years, we were close by in Tuscany again. Booked tickets online for a lower price and this meant no waiting in line to get in
Faizel Boumann — Google review
Really nice, not too big amusement park. Of course they don't have the big budget to theme everything, but they have a lot of attractions for ages 3 and up and it is very clean. The parking is for free, which is great and except for the really good themed Dinosaur water ride there were very little waiting times. We had a great day and highly recommend this for families.
Christian — Google review
Awesome theme park for kids and adults as well. At least 4h to try everything, so plan a whole day here, it's better and more relax way to enjoy this place.
Jakub Zagar — Google review
We enjoyed the park with our small (3 and 4 years old) kids a lot. The park is pretty well maintained. The dino show was great. We liked all the shows actually. Bought the tickets online with no hassle. Some rides were closed. It would be good if the web informed about it. The webpage could be better.
J H — Google review
Lovely theme park in Italy. So many different rides from age 5 to big kid like me (I'm 42 btw). Has a variety of different places to eat and grab an ice cream and an excellent picnic area, which is useful. Wasn't too crowded, which was a surprise being August but not an unwelcome one as it meant we didn't have to wait long to get on any of the rides. Would love to go again next time I am in Italy
Peter Brown — Google review
You pay a small one time entry (26€ if you pay in advance) and then can access all attractions as often as you want without paying extra and without waiting in lines.
Almost NO WAITING AT ALL, only at the jurassic river we had to wait around 30min.
All the attractions are really fun for both kids and adults. Throughout the day you have some shows you can attend to and also a 4D cinema playing a short movie.
You can easily spend the whole day here!
Big RECOMMEND!
David Dolezel — Google review
Amusement park in the pine tree forest. The place isn't big, but totally worth a visit for a family day out. Some nice attractions (the standing roller coaster is real fun). There is something for all ages.
Iacopo Vivarelli — Google review
THE WORST PIZZA SLICE OF MY LIFE
Sunday April 7. It is a nice park, small but well-kept if it weren't for the restaurant part, and the squat toilets are still in 2024. For 89 euros, a family of 3 deserves more than a frozen, industrial, slice of pizza ( 1 menu soft drink + pizza euro 7,50, for 3 people another 24 eur0) Certainly the worst of my life. Not even abroad have I eaten pizzas of such a low standard. And given that the centre has been open for decades, perhaps I wonder how much customer care there is if the toilets are still squat toilets with obvious inconveniences, especially if you have children. But we are in Italy, a seaside place, so shut up and pay.
Alberto Galli — Google review
We've spent the whole day in the park. Access to the attractions for the kids is determined via body height. Some are from 90 cm, 100, 110 and 130 cm. Lots of fun, for adults as well. The park seems to be well maintained and save. Many shows to attend. Entry fee is very reasonable.
Michael Geissberger — Google review
Very nice park for all ages. On first sight we thought we only need a few hours for it but in the end we stayed the full day and had a lot of fun.
Don't forget spare cloth if you would like to ride the water boats YOU WILL NEED IT 😂😅
We will come back again.
Ski Ki — Google review
A fantastic theme park. Suitable for all ages. Reasonably priced food and drinks. My 12 year old granddaughter had a great day. You do need the full day to see it all. The shows are all in the afternoon.
Jacqueline waterston — Google review
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Via Po, 1, 57022 Marina di Castagneto Carducci LI, Italy
Bolgheri is a charming village located in the province of Livorno, Tuscany. It's known for its relatively new but thriving wine scene, with vineyards benefiting from the coastal proximity and dry climate. Since the 1970s, local wine producers have been experimenting with non-traditional grape varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah.
This outdoor theater hosts an annual Andrea Bocelli concert, plus a statue that changes yearly.
I am writing this review after a visit on a spectacular afternoon in mid-May when the Tuscan hills are green. I have not seen a concert there (yet). It's easy to find and a wonderful place to simply relax and enjoy the beauty of Tuscany. It blows me away that other reviewers dismiss this site and say "there is nothing to see." Relax. Breathe. Meditate. Drink a glass of wine. Feel the natural beauty of this place. Maybe even put Bocelli's music in your ear buds. Then you will know what it means to experience this uniquely beautiful theatre.
Bill Shadle — Google review
A unique experience !We chose to live it in the original country and area! Lajatico was the real Tuscany landscape.Amazed by the hordes of people filling the open theater..The acoustic was super and the..finale of the performence,breathtaking!
La Mariposa,the huge sculpture of the scenery of the 2023 concert,was dedicated to the World peace.
Μαριλού Δολιανίτη — Google review
At least once in a lifetime is worth to attend Andrea Bocelli concert in this beautiful place
Janis Busevics — Google review
what a great experience even seeing Andrea bocelli being driven on the road we were walking on down to concert area what a performance from everyone on stage to the orchestra sound and lighting amazing such a beautiful area
Gill Hadwin — Google review
Stumbled upon this and when we realized what it was we made the trek. Beautiful rolling hills. Post card gorgeous!
Denize Jordan — Google review
Our second time round to see Andrea Boccelli at the Teatro del Silenzio in Lajatico. Beautiful place and an amazing artist.. Toscany in its full exquisiteness..
Mon Mon — Google review
It was wonderful to be in this place. The silence and the beautiful landscape are great messages of the Creator's love.
Ines Camiran — Google review
Always beautiful, and staging makes it all look so atmospheric.
Now has a bar to enjoy the scenery whilst the sun sets!
Alistair Fitton — Google review
A wonderful place in the Tuscan landscape and an excellent place for an Andrea Bocelli concert. It should be noted that it is a bit difficult to leave the territory after the concert. Lots of cars and in the middle of a field :)
Baiba Mierkalne — Google review
What an amazing experience! Mr Bocceli with the voice of a god and fantastic supporting singers, if you get the chance you have to go!
Mick Connolly — Google review
Despite the fact it's the home land of Andrea bocelli, but I was expecting better organization and prepared infrastructure
Dr.Arafat Mansur — Google review
I attended the Andrea Bocelli concert in July 2023. The venue is a fantastic place. All the equipments are also with high quality, from the musical equipment, screens and light effects to the refreshments and toilets. I attended the event with 5-star expectation, but got disappointed with many things I never imagined of!
1- The event organisation was really weak, the concert started literally 44 minutes later than planned. That means by the time Andrea sang his first song, it was already dark! If you are attending, expect long queues, and extra-long delays. It could have been much better.
2- Half of the songs are classic Operas. I doubt if the majority of the audience enjoyed it! I expected an event like the one in 2007, found in Youtube. It was not at all like that.
And the last but not least,
3- I encountered many queue-jumping acts right in front of me. I was speechless how a well-dressed lady or gentleman can do this!
Positive points:
1- Great tuscan scenery combined with a high quality music show. It's unique!
2- Andrea's voice is magical. Loren Allred, the young talent accompanying him, had a great performance.
3- The seats are comfortable and the scene can be seen well from each seat category.
M. H. — Google review
Magical the walk in to the teatro was amazing a lifetime experience that I would like to do again some time fabulous memories of a wonderful visit
catriona knight — Google review
Once in a lifetime experience to attend a concert here. Cane 4 years ago and it rained out. Really wonderful to be able to do this
(Translated by Google) Flexible and stimulating work environment
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Ambiente di lavoro flessibile e stimolante
Andrea Spadaccini — Google review
(Translated by Google) (Parking Fanfani, Vada) Not accepting electronic payments in 2023 is illegal. Even more illegal is not answering the phone to ask for explanations. Instead of writing that cards are not accepted, write that parking is free! Thieves!
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(Parcheggio Fanfani, Vada) Non accettare pagamenti elettronici nel 2023 è illegale. Ancora più illegale è non rispondere al telefono per chiedere spiegazioni. Invece di scrivere che non si accettano le carte scrivete che il parcheggio è gratuito! Ladri!
Andrea — Google review
(Translated by Google) Summer 2020... Beautiful but white beach parking for scooters and motorbikes with a rate of 4 euros per day! SUMMER 2021 UPDATE: motorcycle parking is free again. Thank you.
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Estate 2020... Bellissimo ma parcheggio spiagge bianche per scooter e moto con tariffa 4 euro al giorno! AGGIORNAMENTO ESTATE 2021: il parcheggio moto é tornato gratuito. Grazie.
Fabrizio Beria — Google review
(Translated by Google) They are thieves, for 26 minutes on the white beaches 9 euros, THIEVES again.
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Sono dei ladri, per 26 minuti alle spiagge bianche 9 euro, di nuovo LADRI.
Fabiano Mari — Google review
(Translated by Google) Hospital counter staff to be fired zero human relations rudeness arrogance a shame this morning a girl Ida seems really vomiting to me
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Personale sportello ospedale da licenziare rapporti umani pari a zero cafoneria arroganza una vergogna stamani una tipa Ida mi sembra nr 2531 veramente vomitevole
Tatiana Giacomelli — Google review
(Translated by Google) Highly qualified staff, with no lack of courtesy and willingness to listen to others
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Personale altamente qualificato,non manca cortesia e disponibilità all'ascolto del prossimo
matteo De cori — Google review
(Translated by Google) AT THE SERVICE OF OTHERS WITH SPECIALIZED AND COMPETENT STAFF ESPECIALLY TOWARDS THE WEAKEREST SEGMENTS
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AL SERVIZIO DEGLI ALTRI CON PERSONALE SPECIALIZZATO E COMPETENTE SPECIALMENTE NEI CONFRONTI DELLE FASCE PIU DEBOLI
gioacchino scavuzzo — Google review
(Translated by Google) A truly important company for the area is for the services offered
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Azienda veramente importante per la zona è per i servizi offerti
Alessandro Burgassi — Google review
(Translated by Google) A beautiful cooperative active in the social world, excellent organization
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Una bellissima cooperativa attiva nel mondo del sociale, ottima organizzazione
Nello Di Cristo — Google review
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Via Guido Rossa, 51, 57016 Rosignano Solvay-Castiglioncello LI, Italy
I can honestly say, the Piaggio museum is one of the best motoring museums, I have visited.
When the Italians do something, they add their own ingredient of passion to the mix and it shows in abundance at the Piaggio museum.
Paul Railton — Google review
Free entrance, but recommend to book in advance. Because of timing and such. Looooovely museum. We love piaggio, so this was a great place for us. Loved every bit of it. Also recommend to give a little cash in their contribution jars, so they can grow bigger as a nonprofit organization :)
Solrun Giulia — Google review
Book in advance!! Blew away my expectations. Amazing building and collection of Vespas and other Piaggio vehicles. We didn’t realize we were supposed to make a reservation, but the friendly staff let us in. The fact that this is a free museum is wild to me. Our 3 year old son LOVED it. Amazing rainy day activity in Tuscany.
Ben Rosenberg — Google review
For me a personal place of Cult. Understanding what is Piaggio, and Corradino D'Ascanio legacy, is inspiring under many humanistic aspects. The museum contains many Gilera and Guzzi and Aprilia as well. The visit can vary between one and two hours. If you love vehicles, I suggest to go there, and then maybe have a nice lunch close to the sea.
Giuliano Fontanelli (StudioTekne) — Google review
Reservations required for this excellent free museum in order to book a time slot in advance. A guided tour can be added for 5 euro, but the museum can be easily done self-guided as there were comprehensive descriptions of each vehicle in both Italian and English. We spent a full hour exploring and found the exhibits quite engaging.
Claire — Google review
Nice...lovable...if you like Gilera Piaggio Vespa...not too big but real story and Nice things to see
criti cast — Google review
Book ahead only - this works great as it means visitor numbers are limited and everyone has plenty of space. Visiting times of 1 hour are enough.
The shop isnt great tho. They could do SO much more merchandise. I would have loved racks of thirts, posters and Vespa gadgets. The shop is a 10x10m box with no imagination.
And theres no information on their dealer network - this is a perfect place to sell their products!! C’mon Piaggio… you can do so much better.
Phil Witcomb — Google review
Great museum, book online just to make sure you gain entry, it's free, the selection of scooters and bikes etc from Piaggio is amazing, would highly recommend 👍
Dermot 46 — Google review
Must see!!!
We do visit a lot of motorcycle and automotive museums in Europe. This one gets the top!!! You decide how much you pay (yes, this may be free of charge, if you decide). In old production facility you will see massive info, multimedia and VESPAS, Gilerra, piaggio, etc… great exposition.
Consider opening hours.
Space for kids, couple of bathrooms, vespa sidecar for taking pictures. History, design and art in single space.
Mekka for vespa addicted. For the rest… must see.
Tomasz Tomaszewski — Google review
My wife, boys and I visited whilst travelling to Pisa, as we needed to pass a few hours! What an absolute treat this turned out to be; I was so glad we found it!
First of all…… you have to book a slot via their website and there are restriction on opening times and days, particularly at the weekend!
This is free museum with voluntary donations at the exit (well worth a donation). There is adequate parking along the street on a Sunday.
The museum is not huge and my family comfortably saw what we want in an hour. However, for Vespa fans or other Piaggio production bike fans (Aprilia etc) you could easily spend so much more time here! There is an absolute wealth of history about the company and all of the motorbikes (and more) that is has produced through the years.
A must for any avid or casual motorbike enthusiast.
Matthew Wakefield — Google review
Absolutely loved this museum. I'm in awe of Italian's design, invention and engineering. The lady giving the tour in English was excellent. She clearly loved Piaggio and was justly proud of her heritage
Julian Williams — Google review
Highly recommended!
It s well designed and you will learn a lot not only about the Vespa but also about the Piaggio company and their achievements from the beginning.
A great place also for kids , they have cared so much to decorate the playroom on theme!
The visit is free of charge and the staff is very friendly and you can visit the gift store at the end.
Roxana — Google review
you don't need to be a motorcycle lover to visit this museum. it's all about the development of technology and design… great ideas made real with vision, great effort and dedication. it's very informative and well organized. 100% recommendable. it's free but leaving a voluntary contribution is not a bad thing to do.
Angelo Cioffari — Google review
One of the must see locations in Tuscany. It is not a big museum but includes all history and variations of Vespa. You can see also works of different artists, including the one with Dali’s touch on it. Entrance is free, you can reserve a guided tour for only 5 Euros. Highly recommended.
Kubra — Google review
Surprisingly good! Free museum and a very nice one. We enjoyed the information about the history and seeing all those special Vespa’s. Enough parking space around the museum.
Rosan Kreijne — Google review
Full disclosure: This place has been on my bucket list to visit for many years.
I have seen the photos, and read the reviews so I knew what to expect. It's not as big as you wish it could be. But it's free (donation of at least 5E is appreciated).
The staff were really friendly and helpful too.
This place is an absolute treasure of all things Vespa and Piaggio. There is lots to see in the 1 hour window you are given to tour the museum. Its plenty enough time, plus you can spend your hard earned cash in the gift shop too.
Make sure you book in advance via the museum website. Your name will be on a list. Knock on the doors and they will let you in and check you off.
Don't forget to go upstairs and check out the artwork Vespas and the other Piaggio items in the separate room. I really do love the Ape's.
Totally recommended. It will take you in an ancient part of the city which is the true face of an Italian village with all the history.
soheil mahmoodi — Google review
Really enjoyed going on the Funicular Railway. Very scenic and lovely way to go up to the old Town.
darron welch — Google review
An interesting experience. The view from Montecantini Alto is really impressive. Suggestion for a visit during the day or at sunset time. Several nice restaurants nearby.
Vinko Pavic — Google review
Definitely worth a visit when in Montecatini terme. The town at the top of the hill is lovely. Pretty small, you'll need a couple of hours tops. The cable railway is great, takes about 15 mins to get up and down.
kaitan kohli — Google review
Fun to go up and down. Nice views from above. Departs every half hour, €7 up and down. €4 single way.
Niels Reyniers — Google review
A fun and most definitely beautiful ride to the top of the mountain in Montecatini. It’s the easiest way to get to the top and relatively cheap also (€7,50 for a two way ticket). I recommend to take place in front of the cart as the view will be much better this way, compared to the inside of the cart.
Niki Pompert — Google review
Beautiful views and a ride back in time. Super fun for families and individuals alike
surin bhawsar — Google review
Lovely way to climb hill nice place when there if a little small. But views are tremendous
Peter Horan — Google review
Great experience to ascend the old town. The machine is more than 200 years!! Not be missed!!!
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Return ticket is 7,5€ and absolutely worth it. We visited late at evening so we didn't explore old town a lot but the view and vibes are stunning 😊
Ivana Kovacevic — Google review
Great fun! When I got to the main square I felt like Christmas in summer Great view at night
Aleksandra — Google review
Great fun and fantastic views from the top
Amalia Polyviou — Google review
The funicular was a classic old model that, as one would expect, moved real slowly. The view of the valley and the sunset as you are going up is superb. The temp was a tad cold but I would still recommend standing on the outside the back of the funicular to get a picture without being obstructed by the glass in the window for a very fine photo.
As for the old town of Montecatini, nothing that great. Most of the restaurants are overly priced and the service is just average at the one pizza place we went to. Not worth the ticket of the funicular if you are just going for dinner at a restaurant.
Norm C — Google review
I was on a trip with friends to Montecatini - Terme, so we decided to visit Funicolare di Montecatini. It was an amazing experience, it was so much fun riding on the small train [cable car]. We enjoyed it. I would recommend visiting. You can buy tickets there, and they aren't expensive at all. Also, remember to bring your phone to take pictures of the breathtaking view :)
Beautiful experience, anybody who has a chance must visit!
Overall, we loved it. 10/10!
hristina naumov — Google review
This is very old technology and quite a tight squeeze but the views from the top are worth the 15 euros cost for a return ticket. Would definitely recommend this.
bernard duggan — Google review
Nice view. The sound of rails and noise brings back some other times... Nice experience.
Kristina Tina K — Google review
Always nice on a funicular. Worth going and spending a few hours at the top . Some fantastic views and couple nice restaurants and a pub .. cheap fare but drinks expensive when at top
gavin williams — Google review
Nice place to experience old technology. Interesting ride.
Željko Komarić — Google review
It was great people who had not done it said it was great and views are just outstanding
David Ab — Google review
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Via Armando Diaz, 22, 51016 Montecatini Terme PT, Italy
Visitors to the Terrazza Mascagni in Livorno can enjoy panoramic views of the coastline and cityscape from its elevated terrace. The deck is named for Pietro Mascagni, a composer who was born in Livorno.
Beautiful! The chequered tiles give it a beautiful look and you see amazing surroundings nearby.
One can also go close to the sea and find many beautiful corals, sea grass, tiny colorful fishes and crabs. I attached photos.
Salimkhan Pathan — Google review
Go just for a walk down and to enjoy the views(panoramic view). But far out of the town for anything else. Nothing really near by. Go but don't make it a must do list.
Eni Tabaku — Google review
Love this place and the aquarium right next to it, was such fun! Wonderful view, very relaxing… best terrace ever!!👏🏼👏🏼
Aida Cannea — Google review
Beautiful seaside terrace. The tile work is very impressive. Sunsets here are one of a kind.
Alev B. — Google review
It's OK for a walk down and to enjoy the views. Bit far out fo the town for anything else. Nothing really near by. Go but don't make it a must do list. Some public toilets near by you'd be helpfull
Ben Taylor — Google review
Very clean and bright looking promenade close to Livorno Harbour.
Andrew Vail — Google review
A lovely open air space sandwiched by the sea and the city. The warmly-coloured chequered marble floor, the tall palm trees and the grand bandstand in the centre made it an ideal place for sitting, strolling, jogging, running and cycling.
Feel a bit like the LA's Santa Monica sidewalk but without the sandy beach!!
Samuel Leung — Google review
While visiting Pisa we took the train to Livorno for the afternoon. A bus from the station brought us to the Terrazza Mascagni. It is a lovely walk along chequered tiles surrounded by a waist high wall, which gave beautiful views over the Ligurian sea. There are benches where you can sit and rest / enjoy the views. While there was a cafe nearby the restaurants were all closed by 2.30 / 3pm so make sure you eat before you visit. I would also recommend when buying bus tickets that you buy return tickets as well as it is difficult to find anywhere that sells them.
Mary Noone — Google review
Beautiful city, old but honestly not so much to see
Arnis Greitāns — Google review
An amazing promenade by the sea nice view and beautiful sea horizon
Daniela M — Google review
Great view, great atmosphere. Too bad you cant get into water here
EmirF — Google review
This area (contrary to other reviews) is NOT well maintained at all.
Haven’t been here for a few years, but it looks like material choice was wrong for the balustrades… appears that saltwater has soaked into the concrete and corroded the reinforcing bars - shattering many of the top stones.
Now looks a real mess… 🤦♂️
Give this a miss - just not worth the walk from town, unless using one of the private beach front facilities nearby.
Wayne Miller — Google review
The views of the city from here are amazing. Plus it's a Great place to park and walk into the city from, which we did. Parking fees were reasonable. They also have a bus stop there as well. It can get very busy so be aware of that. We came just after a rain storm and found parking easily, but when we returned after our visit it was very crowded. Wonderful place either way!
Nick pinnetti — Google review
Beautiful view and smell of Mediterranean Sea. It was a nice walk and paid park lot was right next to the aquarium.
The Livorno aquarium is a popular attraction for travellers with kids. With more than 1500 animals of over 300 species, it offers a great view of marine life from all around the world. The aquarium is located in the city's seafront, and also includes an interesting touch pool and tunnels where visitors can get up close with some of Livorno's top wildlife.
what a lively place to visit! we went there on a date and it was so beautiful! not at the scale of other aquariums but with a student card we payed 6 € each which was very affordable! a mist visit if u have an afternoon off in Livorno or if u want to spend some lovely time during your weekend!
Kiara Charlier — Google review
Nice aquarium. The first floor has several sea animals and is done in about 30-45 min. Second floor has insects and reptiles and is done in about 20 minutes. Interesting animals and the price of 12 euros is okay. Presentation sometimes was lacking and the provided information or text were sometimes for other animals.
Uwe — Google review
Great place with several different species from the world. It is not that big, but it is for sure a good family experience 😊.
The second floor has some terrestrial species like an interesting ant environment and transparent tubes for seeing them carrying the food.
Diego Luiz Nunes Ventrella — Google review
Not big but beautiful and if compared to the price of the ticket 15€/person, and I think it's a bit pricey.
Powerpat_Nik SIRI — Google review
Nice place where to hide with small kids in a hot day for a few hours. Suggesting to increase the free entry for kids to 120 cm (not up to 1 meter only) as I had to lift even the taller one to many of the aquariums anyway. Some banners are also in English, but not all unfortunatelly. Anyway we've enjoyed it much.
Martin Zatloukal — Google review
The turtles are wonderful.
Otherwise smallish and quite pricey for the size. There are no family tickets and reduced prices are only valid for small children (literally <140cm). Get your tickets in advance (online) to save if you're a larger group.
Miroslav Petri? — Google review
Nice place, small. Nice to see is the ants in the amphitheater.
Sergej Veltman — Google review
Nice place to spend am hour with your children. Interesting species, but not very big. One hour was more than enough. No penguins but they had giant turtles, which where a hit for us :)
Andra JEPAN — Google review
Nice Aquarium to visit during a raining or even a hot day. It is not that large, you will spend 1 to 1.5 hours inside.
Visited on a weekday during high season. No waiting queue and parked at the front door (about 3eur for 2 hours).
Bought the entrance tickets online at the aquarium itself (requires creditcard) and the sooner you do'll this, the more discount you get.
Facilities are okay, but there is option to buy some food.
Vincenzo — Google review
The place is beautiful, the aquariums are well maintained, but there are too few things to admire. In an hour and a half, the visit to the aquarium was almost over, maybe even faster than that. Anyway, I visited this place on a very rainy day, so no regrets.
Cristian “Mumu” Matei — Google review
The aquarium isn't very big, but it's very interesting. My kid loved it as the turtles were bigger than him and there are some very interesting fish and sharks.
Ivaylo Ivanov — Google review
Here from the US for our honeymoon and the weather was windy and rainy today. This was a perfect place to go. Good size, good price & clean. We truly enjoyed it.
Andie James — Google review
It is a great place to show sea life to your children. It is a bit time fatigued, but it is Italy, so sun made it like that. It has a nice observation deck though, where one can see really far away, incl. many ships approaching port. Next to it there is a water park, so the whole day can be easily spent there. An in the same building there is a very good restaurant as well, does not belong to aquarium though.
Pinocchio Park, located in the small village of Collodi near Florence, offers a vintage charm with children's rides, a puppet theater, and a hedge maze. The park is perfect for kids and Pinocchio enthusiasts, providing various activities to enjoy for about 6-7 hours. Visitors can also explore nearby attractions such as the Zoo of Pistoia and Garzoni Garden. Additionally, there are eateries available within the park where visitors can grab a bite or have a picnic.
Amazing place for everyone for kids and adults!i will be back again there for sure once i am in Italy!place is really interesting and staff are friendly, thank you for Graziano for his assistance! 😊😊😊Beautiful park Villa Garzoni, very storical and unique place!👍👍👍
Tatiana Gurova — Google review
This park is absolutely worth a visit, if you’re comfortable paying the rather steep entry price (€26 for an adult in 2023).
The Pinocchio part of the park is fun to stroll around especially with young kids, and one of our kids particularly enjoyed the adventure / climbing section.
The gardens of the castle are incredibly beautiful.
Joost de Valk — Google review
The park is outdated and overgrown, it consists of historic rides, some playgrounds, sculptures and a little climbing park. The whole park was empty and not very well cleaned and maintained. It looks like most of the attractions haven't been renovated the last 20 years. The rides might be interesting for younger kids. There is an "interactive museum" with projectors and some digital art but this was also not very interesting for teenagers or elder kids. The tickets are only available as combined tickets for the park, the Giardoni Garzoni garden and the Casa delle Farfalle. This is not family friendly as you have to buy combined tickets even if you only want to visit the park. We were disappointed because the prices are quite high (we payed 80€ for the family). If you have young kids that are interested in Pinocchio or interested in historic rides the park might be worth a visit but otherwise I would recommend to save your money. With a renovation the park could be quite good, what a pity because the idea is interesting :/
Seppel — Google review
First and foremost, adjust your expectations accordingly. This isn’t Disneyland, and it doesn’t strive to be - nor should it. I read a slew of negative reviews that nearly convinced me to skip the trip altogether. However, some critiques were so hyperbolic, I couldn’t help but suspect there was more to the story.
Pinocchio Park is an enchanting fusion of amusement park and museum, a testament to Italy’s unique ability to transform anything into a work of art. The journey begins with antique carousels, offering a fascinating glimpse into the pastimes of our grandparents’ era. The park caters to all ages, boasting an Adventure Park for little ones and another for older kids, aged 8 to 14. A story-driven track guides you through the narrative in a way that is both serene and magical.
Next, the Garzoni Gardens and Butterfly House await. While the butterflies may be sparse, the garden is a veritable wonderland, whisking you away into a fairytale.
The park’s unofficial motto might well be “This is not Disneyland”. And that’s perfectly okay.
In conclusion, don’t take yourself too seriously. Embrace your inner child and prepare to be charmed by the unique charm of Pinocchio Park.
Razvan Balsan — Google review
It is a great place for kids, lots of activities to do, the best one of course is adrenaline park. It took us nearly 4 hours to go trough. In the ticket it is also included Garzoni park which is really beautiful.
Rok Okorn — Google review
Park is good for the children. A Ticket is 26 euro. Then you can trekking in the Collodi village.
Udara Somarathna — Google review
Definitely not for kids! Place to make horror movies! Never again!!
Sergei Kosharson — Google review
Beautiful park for the little ones.
Not so well maintained but for the kids I assume it's just OK.
At first there is interactive path of Pinocchio story which coming to end with a walk through the whale. After that there is a walk through all the story characters and the highlight is a rope challenge for the little ones (100-150cm)- GREAT !!!
There is also theater for kids.
Bar and restaurant in place.
50€ for family ticket which also include the butterfly park across the road.
David naftalis — Google review
This place was amazing. Thought it would be a tourist trap or American style theme-park, but it was filled with antique rides, play areas, fine sculptures, and lots of things for children to experience. We really enjoyed the adventure park, and a trip over to the nearby butterfly house is highly recommended as well.
Tim Arnold — Google review
It was pouring rain so we didn't go into the park. But there were some amazing things in the town.
Lisa Landucci — Google review
It's a fantastic place for kids and someone who love Pinocchio. There are many activities to do. We spent 6-7 hrs there. Kids love that place.
There is a restaurant, a bar which you can find something to eat or you can do a picnic too.
Well, there are a butterfly house and a beautiful garden nearby which you can enjoy too.
Just the only one thing you must be careful. Make sure that you spend enough money for parking. The police is strict. They come and check every car around. :)
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is a tower that leans off of the vertical, due to weak subsoil. The tower was built in 1372 and has been tilting ever since. It is a popular tourist destination, and included in our 10-day Northern Italy tour led by local insider. The climb is hard, but the view from the top is simply superb.
Beautiful place, everything is close to the next attraction. Of course, a lot of people trying to take the typical picture, but you can manage to get good shots away from others. Nice coffee shops to have a snack or an amazing ice cream. Remember to buy tickets in advance, all attractions have different times and there are some restrictions in regards to age (do your research).
Adriana Pinzon-Malaver — Google review
Better than I remember from 1983 and better than expected up the tower. A bit pricey at €20 but they have you over a barrel if you want to do it. Great staff and supervision. Great views on a good day and interesting seeing the bells at the top of the tower. Hard to believe it's nearly 1000 years old
Andrew Vail — Google review
Worth seeing but not what I expected which really was my fault.
First arriving and parking: the parking lots are located about 1.5 kilometers away from the square taking about 20 minutes walk. It was HOT when we were there. We should have considered more heat precautions.
Shops: so many shops peddling tourists goods of all shapes and sizes. Purses, shirts, pins, etcetera. Very few are worth while and had I known there was a proper gift shop I would have waited for it. It's located inside near the tower.
Site: make sure to walk around and take in the structures from all the given angles. Tickets for the climb to the top of tower are worth it. There is also a small fountain on the corner inside where you can get some refreshing water from a small phallic out cropping. Also worth seeing.
Eric Jacobson — Google review
The famous tower. It's worth climbing to the top but you have to book ahead. The official website takes bookings up to 20 days before your visit. You take an allocated slot.
The climb is not too arduous and you can pause along the way.
You get some great views of the area, although Pisa is not as pretty as other towns.
Dan Woodruff — Google review
We recently had the privilege of visiting the iconic Learning Tower of Pisa, and I must say, it exceeded every expectation I had. This architectural masterpiece truly lives up to its reputation as one of the world's most renowned landmarks.
The interior of the Learning Tower of Pisa is equally impressive. As I ascended the spiral staircase, the sense of history and wonder deepened with every step. The views from the top are nothing short of breathtaking. The panoramic vistas of the surrounding cityscape are amazing and offer a unique perspective on Pisa's rich heritage.
What truly stood out to us was the genuine warmth and friendliness of the staff. Their enthusiasm for sharing the tower's history and significance added an extra layer of enjoyment to my visit. It's evident that they take great pride in preserving this cultural treasure and in making every visitor's experience unforgettable.
Neil Winder — Google review
I have to say... I was more impressed with the experience here than I was anticipating. We visited as part of a tour through a cruise and figured we would be here and gone quickly. The grounds were gorgeous and the tower was beautiful. It was a very busy day but people were polite and courteous to others trying to get their fun shots with the tower. Very cool experience!
Michelle S — Google review
Beautiful tower. We couldn't make it on top, there were no available time slots for it, so definitely recommending to buy tickets in advance online. But from outside it looks amazing as well. It's funny to observe people doing crazy poses while making pictures 😅👍🏼 but we all did it, right? 😅
Yuliya Myan — Google review
Pisa itself as a city is very beautiful and gives a very good vibe. It is filled with young people as it is a student city. Piazza del Duomo is great to stay and to visit everything it has as it is included in one ticket that is worth the price (at the time i bought it for 10 euros not including leaning tower climb) and this ticked is valid for one year. Leaning tower is cherry on top. To be honest it is greater when you see it live than what photos show. To me this city has been out of expectations, very beautiful.
Najada Ferhati — Google review
We visited as part of a cruise we were doing, and our cruise docked late so we ended up walking most of the way. It was well worth it though. We were able to meet up with our tour group and walk up to the top of the tower. Some of the steps up the tower have been worn down over the years so they can be a slippery, so be careful. The grounds that the tower sits on is well kept and there are various shops and restaurants in the area as well. We didn’t have any kids with us, but I would imagine small kids would have a hard time climbing all the stairs.
Balakay Smith — Google review
What an amazing site!!!!
First, I saw it very quickly when I was in the train. Then when I went out from the train and was heading to the site, I saw the top of the tower! What a feeling!! Just amazing!
It’s among the most impressive things I ever seen in my life!
All people go there to visit the tower but you should absolutely visit the whole site: the cathedral, the museum etc… because each one of them is a must see site.
I loved this place and would definitely come back during my next visit to Tuscany.
Ghassan Yammine — Google review
Very touristy but still very pretty. Worth a view if you're in Pisa. There are still plenty of places to get a photo and the other buildings are also very pretty. All round good visit. Didn't go inside but there's something about free entry to the cathedral, couldn't work it out.
Joshua Lacy — Google review
It's a beautiful spot to see and take pictures. Located in the middle of the town, the route leads you through romantic and picturesque alleys and street. It's definitely worth a stop-over break if you pass nearby. I enjoyed seeing the tower and eating lovely food, but I wouldn't arrive here as my only holiday destination place. It's also amazingly crowded in the summer season. Heat was unbelievable 🔥, remember to take plenty of water 💧 Other places you could have seen before for free are at the charge in 2023- museum or Gardens
Aleksandra Kupiec — Google review
Fantastic historical monument!
The complex includes Tower, Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral di Pisa.
There was a parking close to complex with good price, although when leaving, there was issue with gate and not charged :)) There is a bazar in front and inside.
To go inside the tower, need to have a ticket for 20 euro which usually comes with 1-hour wait. Ticket for the rest of the facility, will come with 7 bucks more, all for 27. I would suggest get the ticket for whole, and once you see the Piazza and cathedral, it will be your turn to get into the leaning tower. I liked to small Halal restaurant in front of the area.
Overall, it will be a great experience to spend 2 – 3 hours over there.
Nima M. — Google review
What an amazing building to see when coming to Italy. It’s amazing how it’s leaning and hasn’t moved a lot during these past centuries. I really enjoyed being here and I would definitely recommend you to come. One thing to note is that when doing your famous leaning tower pose, there will be a lot of people walking in front of you. So just be weary of that
Doctor Doom — Google review
Arriving at the Leaning Tower of Pisa in the evening heightened the enchantment of this iconic landmark. The warm hues of the setting sun cast a golden glow on the marble facade, enhancing its timeless beauty. Despite the late hour, the surrounding Square of Miracles was still alive with a vibrant energy.
We explored the base of the tower, marveling at its architectural peculiarity and the intricate details of the nearby Cathedral and Baptistery. The diminishing daylight didn't obscure the elegance of Pisa's historic ensemble.
As twilight descended, the Leaning Tower illuminated, creating a captivating silhouette against the night sky. The subdued lighting added a touch of mystery to the surroundings. The square, adorned with medieval architecture, exuded a quiet charm, making our evening visit a magical experience that showcased Pisa's beauty even under the enchanting cloak of dusk.
Alex C. — Google review
Wow... this miracle of architectural is even more impressive when seen live. I recommend buying a combined ticket for all attractions in Piazza del Duomo, because each place is truly magical! The price is 27€ and it is best to book it in online. The tower is a magnificent building, it looks majestic from the outside, but inside it is empty, there are only stairs leading up. An amazing structure where from the first step on the tower I feel how tilted it is.
Michał Kiełczyński — Google review
If you get the chance then you must go to an amazing building. It's quite mesmerizing as you look at it. It's not too busy but not too sure how busy it will be in the summer. We went over Easter break. One for the bucket list ticked off.
Iqbal Rehman — Google review
Picturesque place from Florescence and a must see tower that’s leaning with time. Please buy tickets in advance they are particular about having. Only a few folks go up to the tower. Bags aren’t allowed. They have a good locker room free of charge.
Ankur Kulshreshtha — Google review
Absolutely amazing place. Love seeing the whole area in its historical beauty. The tower itself is smaller than I imagined but just fantastic. 294 steps to the top and you can walk around most of the upper level. The views make it well worth a visit. You can purchase a ticket for all buildings at 27 euros each or just the tower at 20 euros pp. There is a free locker room for you to put all bags into as you can't take any bags up the tower. There is a free car park about 10 mins walk away or a bus from same car park. The walk is lovely and not bad at all and all sign posted very well.
Deborah F — Google review
I recommend getting there early in the morning, it's really peaceful and there aren't many people around. Buying tickets in advance is also recommended, you will then have to leave your stuff at the wardrobe and then line up to enter. The entrance is divided in groups, your group will have a precise hour at which you will enter, so you have to come at least 15 minutes before. Green pass is needed to access the tower. The steps are a bit worn-out, so you should wear comfortable shoes. The view is amazing, you can really see all the city from up there, you might feel a bit of seasickness because of the inclination
Irene Carrillo — Google review
Amazing climbing the steps of the leaning tower. When climbing the steps, you clearly feel a tilt. The climb is quite long. Please be careful when you go up the main stairs there is another smaller set. Which leads to the top. Many people don't notice the passage and it's worth it . The view from the top is simply breathtaking. An absolute must climb if anyone visits Pisa.
Kamil M?ynarski — Google review
We stopped here on our way to Rome. And it's exactly that: a nice and quick stop on your way to another destination. We spent an hour here to walk around and take some pictures.
It's a beautiful and funny sight to see
There is a big amount of people, but still very doable to take pictures.
Joy Wansleeben — Google review
Exactly what you expect it to be from what all you've read or seen about it. Did not enter as we hadn't booked tickets in advance but still pretty good from the outside. We had visited in June and it was super hot though so make sure to have plenty of water and something to protect you from the Sun.
Vatsal Mishra — Google review
Beautiful leaning tower, if you want to climb I'd suggest booking ahead. As gets very busy. Was full on a weekday but still space to take photos and enjoy the beauty and the tower defying gravity.
Gemma B — Google review
One of those moments when you actually come across this and see it with your own eyes that you marvel at the beauty of this structure.
Very fortunate to book tickets to walk the stairs to the top, which is absolutely worth the time and money.
You can feel the lean as you walk up and then the view from the top is just amazing.
Dan Duncan — Google review
This totally met my expectations! A really fascinating and beautiful piece of architecture. I’d recommend buying tickets in advance to climb up although some tickets were available on the day I went (mid October and not high season). The majority of the steps are fine to climb although the very last section is a little worn and the tilting can make you feel a little ‘wobbly’
The views are great and is highly recommend it
Becky G (Bexdragon) — Google review
The Leaning Tower looks really pristine from the outside and is well looked after. Approx 250 steps to the top and spectacular views. Not too crowded as they have bookings for 15 min slots - it’s well managed. We went in November but I can imagine it being super hot in the summer against the marble.
Nishat RIAz — Google review
We visited the tower on a rainy day. The tower still stands tall. It is amazing. The place is crowded. It is a must see and worth all the effort traveling from Rome to see the tower.
The town is small, nothing much to see beside the tower itself. Highly recommend to buy the ticket in advance or come as early as possible. The line gets very long in the afternoon.
Kae — Google review
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The Leaning Tower of Pisa is an iconic marvel that truly lives up to its reputation. The architecture is breathtaking, and the slight tilt adds a unique charm. The surrounding square is lively, providing a great atmosphere for visitors. It's a must-visit destination, offering history, beauty, and a bit of fun trying to capture that perfect perspective photo. Highly recommended!
Just to be aware, one of the site in square are tombs you will be walking on.
Manan Bhatt — Google review
We have always wanted to visit here and it was even more incredible than we could have imagined!
The tower really is a building marvel and is so cool that you can climb up to the top by staircase and see from up there.
Buy tickets prior to not miss out and go early in the morning to avoid all the tour buses arriving around 9am.
We got there at 8am and it was quiet but by 10am when we left, the parking had a 30+ car queue to get in.
Great hour to explore on our roadtrip 🙌
Patrick Kinnear — Google review
This is a breathtaking place that I'd always wanted to visit and it did not disappoint. It was very disconcerting walking up the tower and falling over as it lent to one side of course. Even when you come out you're a bit disconcerted because you can't stand up straight! The cathedral and the baptistery were both wonderful as well. We had beautiful weather and to crown off a perfect day, the museum, full of statues and ancient relics, was a site to behold. There are wonderful cheap cafés nearby for excellent refreshments as well. My one piece of advice would be to buy a ticket for all the sites before getting there.
Amanda Brawn — Google review
We’ve all seen this place on the TV, in the magazines and on the internet but to see it in real life is pretty special.
For those who want photos with nobody in the background, get there early. For those who just want to see it and take it all in, anytime of the day is great.
Very clean and leans a lot more than you imagine.
Rhys Adams — Google review
Iconic reason to visit Pisa and is totally worth the time. Climbing the tower is something you will never forget. Walking around the grounds and watching all the tourists pose for goofy pictures with the tower is actually kind of fun as well.
Plan to buy the combo ticket and spend the whole day. The church, crypts, and museum are all worth the time it takes to visit them.
Try to visit the baptistry on the hour or half hour mark when a security guard will amaze you with the acoustics by harmonizing with his echo. Truly magical display of sound.
Phil Gonet — Google review
Such a beautiful landmark, exceeded my expectations. We bought tickets to go up the top which we enjoyed, it was a strange experience walking up something leaning at such an angle. Definitely worth a visit if you can in your lifetime
Sarah Brown — Google review
Its quite the impressive structure. You can view it from the outside at any time but you will need a ticket if you want to climb the inside. The tickets are time gated and limited, so I would recommend purchasing them in advance if you want to go inside.
Evan Friscia — Google review
Yes, it's very tilted. Different when you see it on the spot. I don't recommend buying tickets in advance because there are specifics that will be explained on the spot much better and the flow of people is quite smooth. Now, april 2024, the ticket is 20€ tower, 7€ all else, 27€ combined (recommended). Have at least 2 hours spare time, 4 if you're slow. You need to leave your bag in storage so rather go without any kind of bags. You must also collect them immediately after. Normal rules apply for the other spaces - you must be covered to enter. You can get here easily from Bologna and Florence by bus. Have someone with you to make the "holding" picture. There is a toilet in the museum (southern building). Ticket office is one, you can't buy tickets on the line for the locations. What shocked me most is - the tower is empty. Well, that's about it... Don't forget to have fun.
Marin “SayanMk” Kolev — Google review
Spent a delightful afternoon marveling at the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa! 🇮🇹 Despite my short visit of just 3.5 hours, I couldn't resist capturing the charm of this architectural wonder. The intricate details of the tower and the bustling atmosphere of Pisa's historic center made for an unforgettable experience. Can't wait to return and explore more of this beautiful city!
Sipan Do — Google review
Beautiful if you can catch it in the early morning. If you just want to see the outside, that is the perfect time to go. There's no one there and you can see the tourist shops opening up their tents.
The Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta in Pisa, Italy is a beautiful and ornate Romanesque cathedral with carved 1300s pulpit. It is often overrated, but its location near the leaning tower means that it can be avoided if you want to visit a stunning place without waiting in line. The gothic cathedral of St. Mary is also worth visiting for its beautiful architecture and setting in one of the most picturesque squares in the world.
Old classic Italian cathedral, it is quite beautiful from both outside and inside. It is free but tickets need to be retrieved from the ticket office which is nearby.
Vadim Postu — Google review
It's beautiful and magnificent. There are many pictures on the walls, stained glass windows an a nice mosaic in the middle. You can visit it free, but you still need a ticket from the ticket office. There will be pointed the time of your visit. And don't forget about right clothes for cathedral
Maryna Nezhyva — Google review
Wow, I am blown away by this Cathedral and the surrounding complex. If the Tower never existed this Cathedral would be just as flocked too and visited by tourists. The design and effort is a breathtaking achievement.
I was taken away on entry, you can't help but look up. The huge columns and gold ceiling are incredible. It's is filled with beautiful Baroque paintings and sculpture and could be a museum of its own.
It is well worth the price. I went in March and the queues were negligible.
A Cuchy — Google review
A beautiful church, the tower cost €20
To climb up, but the church is for free. You only need to go to the ticket office to get a free ticket, and then you may go in. A lot of Medici signs in there.
Pearl Xia — Google review
Beautiful! Not too crowded, really enjoyed our time here :) the cathedral was beautiful and well worth the price. We didn't buy the all-encompassing ticket, we just bought the ticket to the Museum (7€ each), and each ticket would come with a complimentary visit to the cathedral. We felt like that was money well spent. The Museum also had a small cafe we ate at and I got the best pancakes 😍 The ticket to climb the Tower was 20€, and my bf had twisted his ankle climbing the Campanile in Florence the other day, so we decided not to go up it.
Samantha Tibbitts — Google review
Is a beautiful place where you can admire again italian architecture. The cathedral is very tall and has beautiful pictures on the wall and ceiling. Is free to visit but you need to get a ticket.
Alexandru Alexandru — Google review
While I didn't expect something extraordinary I found this ceiling in awe. The building is being reconstructed and hopefully it will become even better if they allow people to go up the stories. Seems to be 5 levels total. There is also a prayer section for believers. As part of a 7 euro ticket - it is very much worth it.
Marin “SayanMk” Kolev — Google review
This is a beautiful place. Entry via free ticket from the opera house.
Vin Chenzo — Google review
Great place, inside and outside. You have to see the pulpit made by Giovanni Pisano 700 years ago. How much work the artist had to put into it! It looks beautiful. Impressive paintings on the walls. Some of the original sculptures, religious books etc from the cathedral you can also see in the museum next to the tower.
Hubert — Google review
I loved it ,you’ll need to buy the tickets in advance to avoid getting on long lines, I also recommend buying tickets to take the elevator up to the terrace if you plan to go up…we didn’t and ended up going up the stairs. If you like history is the place to be.
Pablo Porras sr — Google review
Stunning architecture & building! Visited few cathedral and each have their rich history and architectures. It’s amazing to learn how rich the history lies in the building! It really takes decades…Seeing is believing, nothing beats seeing the real thing compared to the photos you find in the history text book! We got there in the evening, it opens longer during spring/summer.
C — Google review
Gorgeous place. Entrance is free but you need to get free ticket from ticket office in prior. I saw a lot of tourists not going in cos they were lazy to get free ticket. Do not be lazy go and get it you wont regret. With free ticket you will be able to go in and usually there are no queues.
Vakho Kachukhashvili — Google review
Absolutely beautiful as much inside as outside. What a piece of art! Beautiful marble , though very hot walking around it as it keeps the heat!
It's free of entrance when visiting the tower.
Minerve — Google review
We got tickets on the day (the only option, I believe?) And our time was approx 1hr from when we got them. There is a nice grass area to sit in or you can go around elsewhere and explore.
The cathedral is beautiful with beautiful art and sculptures. Explanation signs are in both Italian and English which was great for us.
Id recommend getting your ticket first then exploring the grounds, if you do it this way there will be less waiting.
Jana Hayes — Google review
Spiritual atmosphere inside in a historic monument.
Used to be central place for religious activities and gatherings. It makes it special located beside leaning tower. Busy place with charging parking garage around. Time management to visit this place is a big deal since there is a line to get in and probably you will have a ticket to get inside the leaning tower.
Nima M. — Google review
A gorgeous cathedral in the middle of Piazza del Duomo. Highly recommend going inside. We bought the ticket on-location without issue and didn't have to wait in line at all.
Charlie — Google review
Beautiful Cathedral , historical monument. Absolutely magnificent to see from outside and inside.
Amazing architecture and is free to get in just pick up free pass from ticket office near by.
Definitely recommend to visit and don’t miss inside visit.
Dada ZD — Google review
The Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta or Duomo di Pisa, is a magnificent Roman Catholic cathedral located in the Piazza dei Miracoli or Square of Miraclesand is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Though free to get in, it is by ticket only as its a timed entrance.These need to collected in the Ticket Office nearby.
The cathedral is full of paintings, fresqoes, sculptures and decorations. Well worth the queue to visit.
Paul B — Google review
My family and I visited the famous leaning tower and the cathedral twice while wandering around Italy. We were lucky with the weather. The leaning tower is the bell tower of the northern part of the old part of the city. The Cathedral of Pisa is one of the oldest buildings in the city.
It is very nicely made, as is the tower that stands next to it. There is no entrance fee for the cathedral.
Bogdan Marcelan — Google review
Beautiful Cathedral , historical monument. Absolutely magnificent to see from outside and inside.
Amazing architecture, The Cathedral of Pisa is one of the oldest buildings in the city.
Though free to get in, it is by ticket only as its a timed entrance.These need to collected in the Ticket Office nearby.
Eni Tabaku — Google review
A beautiful and magnificent duomo! The facade is elaborate and decorated with statues. The moment we walked into the cathedral, we were stunned by the grandiosity and the ornate decorations. We spent about 30 minutes and took many pictures. A very impressive duomo indeed!
Ih-Chin Chen — Google review
Impressive cathedral, beautiful inside and outside. Recommending to visit also Museo dell'Opera del Duomo. There is nice cafeteria in the end with amazing view.
Yuliya Myan — Google review
It’s a beautiful cathedral, full of beautiful paintings and etc. when I was there, it was a music playing. Great atmosphere.
Pisa Cathedral is one of the most impressive churches in Tuscany, Italy. A masterpiece of Pisan Romanesque architecture chiefly famous for its bell tower, the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
It says the Construction began in 1063 and was completed in 1092. However, The cathedral was heavily damaged by a fire in 1595. The heavy bronze doors of the façade were newly designed and completed in 1602.
The 27 paintings that cover the galleries behind the main altar, depict Stories of the Old Testament and Stories of the Life of Christ.
Yingchun Ye — Google review
The cathedral itself is quite impressive. I would say going inside is more impressive than the leaning tower. Entering the cathedral is free as well and it’s good to take advantage of that.
The Piazza del Duomo is a grand and picturesque plaza in the heart of Florence, Italy. It's home to the leaning tower and the cathedral of Santa Maria, both well-known tourist attractions. The square is also popular for picnicking, and its tranquil atmosphere makes it a great place to relax after a day of touring.
It was really awesome experience and great 😊 atmosphere to visit Piazza del Duomo in Pisa, Italy 🇮🇹 absolutely stunning 🤩 beautiful church unique architecture and architecture design!
I would recommend this place to everyone who will visit Pisa, Italy 🇮🇹 and a special for professional photographer, when is sunset is very interesting 🤨
Afrim Mirfa — Google review
Very nice plaza. First time here and it was absolutely amazing experience. Most of this place it was built between 12 and 16 century, and how still standing, they way still looks its awesome. The whole plaza is something else you need to experience. The Cathedral sculpture inside and out are amazing, incredible designs in every angle. The tower very nice, also the rest of the buildings in this plaza are very good and deserves more than five stars.
Elmer Diaz — Google review
Amazing and surreal place to visit. If you are only there for couple of hours and want to go into leaning tower book the tickets in advance. Definitely a place to visit
Steven Longstaff — Google review
Wonderful tourist attraction! We loved this place - visiting the leaning tower and the other structures.
Going to the top of the tower was the highlight, but make sure you buy ahead of time, because it can sell out! Also, we got the bundle deal to include the various other structures entries, and though it was a good deal.
David Nagel-Nunez — Google review
Beautiful iconic site. We were there very early in the morning. I recommend that! Only our group was there, so we had an hour to go around and take photos at sunrise.
T Salo — Google review
It is sort of special. There's this overwhelming feeling when you enter the Piazza and see the tower in real life. Or maybe it's just me. A parking area is conveniently situated nearby. I recommend buying tickets online if you plan to climb the tower or enter the Duomo.
Uros Grilc — Google review
A pretty cool place to visit. The interior of the cathedral is absolutely incredible! We spent hours in there admiring the windows, painting and sculptures. The Baptistery is also interesting. I could not go inside the Tower as I can’t climb stairs, but it was wonderful to see it with my own eyes.
K C — Google review
While wandering around Italy, my family and I also visited the Square of Miracles, officially known as the Cathedral Square, twice. The square is known as the center of European medieval art and is one of the most beautiful architectural spaces in Europe and the world.
Bogdan Marcelan — Google review
The share of miracles was interesting, I was there for Easter weekend and the entrance to the church was free.
Plenty of police presence but lots of tent vendors and people chasing you trying to sell something. Though it didn’t feel sure pressured, it was just annoying.
Overall great place to visit and history of the place is interesting.
S. A. — Google review
(You gotta pay 25€ if you walk on the grass😂)
Its always worth the visit.
for 27€ you can see every attraction.
20€ for the tower only
enter the cathedral fpr free
Sebastian Grau — Google review
Great historical place. The tower looks spectacular and it’s history is amazing. Lots of market stalls and shops. Plus a variety of restaurants. As it is a quite touristy place you also expect higher prices. Still, some places provide very good ratio on price and quality. Parking facilities very close and easy to get to.
Marc T. Hanne — Google review
Highlight of the trip. Beautiful structures. Didn't know that there were two other beautiful structures in addition to the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Wish I had enough time to explore all 3 structures. Definitely a must revisit location.
Eva Laroya — Google review
In this square, there's the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. The way it's built is quite fascinating. Almost everyone who comes here wants to take a picture while pretending to hold up the leaning tower with their hands. It's a fun and popular thing to do!
Chandra Kanth Reddy — Google review
I visited Piazza del Duomo on a sunny day in August. The square was crowded with people, but I was able to find a spot to stand and take in the amazing sight of the Leaning Tower. I was in awe of its size and beauty, and I couldn't help but smile as I took pictures and imagined what it would be like to climb to the top.
After admiring the Leaning Tower for a while, I wandered around the square and took a closer look at the other buildings. The Cathedral is a beautiful example of Romanesque architecture, and I was impressed by the intricate detail of the sculptures on the facade. The Baptistery is also a stunning building, and I enjoyed walking around the interior and admiring the white marble columns.
I spent a few hours exploring Piazza del Duomo, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time there. It is a truly unique and special place, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Pisa.
* I was expecting a lot from this place and it totally amused me.
* As usual, people from different countries were visiting this piece of art and the atmosphere was cheerful even on this scorching heat. Everyone were giving their best pose possible 😉
* In the square apart from the tower their are other important buildings, such as visiting the Cathedral or the Baptistery.
* Fun fact, did you know that the Leaning Tower is actually sinking? So, happy to visit this terminal tower. I hope w tge humanity will find some solution for this problem 🤗
I hope this helps!
Rutwij M. — Google review
During my recent visit to Piazza del Duomo, I found the historical ambiance captivating.The architectural marvels and bustling atmosphere create a perfect backdrop, making this a moment to remember in the heart of the city.Prepared for crowds because all time it's full of people.
Eni Tabaku — Google review
This is a most memorable tour. Tickets are available at entrance easily. No ticket is required at main entrance. Washroom use is 1 euro. Bus from Pisa station +1 to Pisa. Buy bus ticket from near by kiosk Euro 1.70.
Aloke Ray — Google review
I stand captivated by the grandeur of the cathedral. The vibrant energy of the square surrounds me as I soak in the historical charm. The architectural marvels and bustling atmosphere create a perfect backdrop, making this a moment to remember in the heart of the city.
Amy — Google review
Wow... this miracle of architectural is even more impressive when seen live. I recommend buying a combined ticket for all attractions in Piazza del Duomo, because each place is truly magical! The price is 27€ and it is best to book it online. Just magical place with amazing architectural!!!
Michał Kiełczyński — Google review
During my recent visit to Piazza del Duomo, I found the historical ambiance captivating. The iconic architecture and cultural richness made for a pleasant experience. However, the crowd density impacted the overall enjoyment, and some areas required maintenance. Overall, it's a must-visit for history enthusiasts, but be prepared for crowds.
Apekshit Sharma — Google review
Visiting Piazza del Duomo on Christmas Day 2023 was a magical experience. The festive atmosphere, combined with the stunning architecture of the Duomo, Baptistry, and Campanile, created a truly enchanting setting. The square was adorned with holiday decorations, enhancing the joyous spirit of the season. The impressive structures, including the iconic Florence Cathedral, were beautifully illuminated, making it a memorable and picturesque scene. Exploring the Piazza del Duomo during Christmas added an extra layer of warmth and wonder to this already magnificent historical site. It's a must-visit destination, and the holiday season only enhanced its timeless charm.
Ashna Srivastava — Google review
Be sure the visit all the buildings at this location. there is so much more to enjoy and all have spectacular views of the famous leaning tower
James Grant — Google review
Highly recommend seeing everything in the piazza. If you want good food, walk to the other side of the river. Buy tickets online in advance. No bags are allowed inside the tower.
The fortress walls of Lucca are a popular location for biking and walking. The walls are twelve metres high and four kilometers long, and feature a tree-lined footpath that looks down on the city's centro storico.
My favourite part of our visit to Lucca was the Mura di Lucca. An absolutely brilliant use of the city wall by having a multipurpose recreational trail on top of the wall! Paved for walking and wheeling, the many ramps give ready access for users. The bulwarks of the wall have parks, playgrounds, and picnic areas. Several museums and the Botanical gardens are accessed from the trail. The Mura also has several gates as well as pedestrian tunnels.
Stunning views of the hills surrounding Lucca.
Worth a saunter!
Jamie O'Donnell — Google review
The fortress has a park on the top - all the way around town - truly peaceful and stunning! I feel in love with this town, be sure to visit and walk the city inside the fortress
Las Vegas Jules — Google review
Take a walk, a 5k run, or a bikeride along the wall and enjoy historic Lucca and its surroundings. Traversing the Mura di Lucca is a nice way to begin or end your day. Their is public parking around the wall (for a fee).
RH Erie — Google review
One of our favorite cities in Italy!
The walls is a must, either walk it, run or bike or nap it 👌🏼❤️
My personal recommendation is you rent a bike for an hour, go around the walls, return the bike and continue exploring the town by foot! 🙏🏼
Hami Nami — Google review
Beautiful, historical sight with many opportunities, like cycling, running, playground spots, or just for having a nice walk. The trees will give you shade, the area is wide.
Anna Emese Cs?kv?ri — Google review
Beautiful town, a lot to see. Head wonderful walking around the wall , views amazing!
Nataliia Tutty — Google review
I loved visiting Mura di Lucca with a poli bike! You can really explore this wonderful citadel and enjoy its beauty!
Dragos Susman — Google review
You cannot come to Lucca without experiencing the walls. Whether you pass through one of the six large Ports that allow pedestrian and car traffic or one of the smaller ports that are pedestrian only, this magnificent wall is truly a sight to see. Besides being used to separate the centro from the rest of Lucca, it has walking paths on the top, restaurants, a hospitality center for those walking the via Francigena, and the original places for the soldiers that used to patrol these walls. There is a lot of history here.
In addition, there are places to picnic, playgrounds, and art installations. On warmer days there will be musicians playing and artists drawing or painting the sights around them.
Or, you can just walk along and enjoy the sights or take a bike ride down the wide avenue that allows you to walk all the way around the city in a contiguous loop.
Angelo Serra — Google review
Wonderful! An architectural masterpiece. Great for walks and bike rides. Perfect for navigating the city. Also gives you fantastic views over the cities many varied and beautiful buildings such as the famous towers and magnificent churches. An absolute must for everyone who comes to visit the beautiful city of Lucca. All in all incredibly lovely. All the gates and little tunnels should also not be forgotten. Wonderful!
Olly Gronau — Google review
Great park run .except for the heat, but then you expect it. Friendly volunteers great meeting other parkrun tourists. And enjoyed a lovely coffee ☕️ after. The last photo is the place we're we stayed only 5 minutes walk to start.
Tony Mcdevitt — Google review
We spent a couple of hours cycling around the walls of Lucca today. There are numerous bike hire places around Lucca both inside the walls and outside. We hired from Fast and Furious which is outside the walls.
The circuit is about 4km around and very flat apart from the ramps up onto the walls which aren't very steep, but you can walk the bikes up if you need to.
There are wide, tree lined paths which have people walking, jogging and cycling on them. On a weekday like today in September they were busy and it was a very relaxing way to get in some gentle exercise. Most of the cyclists are very relaxed and not whizzing around aggressively.
dc — Google review
Another beautiful walled town but rather overrun with high end stores down every side street. The piazza has lovely shady trees covering it with musicians playing. Lovely restaurants on the perimeter. Enjoy a walk on the town wall
Cheryl Theunissen — Google review
In my opinion, this is the best place in Lucca to walk, exercise, ride a bike or enjoy a sunny day with a clear blue sky. Very relaxing and you can spend a lot of time here. It is also a good place to watch the sunrise or sunset
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Porta san Donato, Via delle Mura Urbane, 55100 Lucca LU, Italy