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Leaning Tower of Pisa

The world's most famous tilted tower: the 56-metre bell tower of Pisa Cathedral, leaning about 4 degrees, which you can climb by 251 steps.

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Time needed
1 hour
Entry
Paid (timed climb)
Best time
Early morning or evening
Area
Piazza dei Miracoli

The famous tilted bell tower you can climb.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Piazza del Duomo, Pisa

  • On foot: 20 minutes from Pisa Centrale station.
  • Bus: LAM Rossa bus from the station.
  • From Florence: About 1 hour by train.

The story of Leaning Tower of Pisa

Building started in 1173, and the tower began to lean during construction because of soft ground. Work stopped for almost a century.

Engineers stabilised it between 1990 and 2001, reducing the lean slightly so it can stand for centuries more.

Best time to visit

Best season

April to June and September to October.

Best time of day

Early morning or after 5pm.

Summer

Long queues; book ahead.

Tips before you go

  • Book a climbing time online; children under 8 cannot climb.
  • Book the climb online for a specific time.
  • Children under 8 are not allowed to climb.

Best hotels near Leaning Tower of Pisa

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Hotels near Leaning Tower of Pisa

Walk to the square.

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Hotels in Pisa

All price ranges.

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Hotels in Florence

1 hour by train.

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What's around Leaning Tower of Pisa

  • Pisa CathedralNext door.
  • BaptisteryIn the same square.
  • Lungarno15 minutes on foot.

Questions travellers ask

How long is the climb?

About 30 minutes.

Can I bring a bag?

No; use the free lockers.

Will it fall?

No, it has been stabilised.

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