Easy day trip; we did it from Rome and it was totally manageable. Quick, in and out, but still feels like you saw something iconic. The Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of those things you've seen photos of a million times, so you think you know what to expect but in person it's a bit weirder. The tilt kind of throws you off for a second. The detail on it is what got me more than anything -- was the pole in the middle of the inside for stability. It's not just a place to take a photo and leave but actually walk around the square and grounds and take it all in. Climbing it is a bit tight and a little uneven, but nothing crazy. You do feel the lean as you go and the view is solid is full of open space. A lot of people do the cliché photos, including myself, but it's part of the fun of it all. Overall, it was definitely worth it but not somewhere you need to spend the night, as it over-delivers within the confines of a day trip. read more

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Super excited to be able to come and see this up close and with my own eyes!! I got to hear the bell ring and walk around the piazza. I had a gelato and just admired this beauty in person read more

We were planning to stay but it was very crowded and chose to stay in Las Spezia. Excellent choice. We did get a picture and walked the streets a little. read more

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Yes, it's touristy, and yes, you've seen a thousand photos of it, but seeing it in person still hits differently than you'd expect. There's something about the scale and the actual lean that photos just don't capture. Getting there is easy too: a short train ride to the nearby station and a few blocks' walk puts you right at the Piazza dei Miracoli. Buy your tickets online ahead of time though, only 45 people go up at a time and the walk-up queue can get brutal. read more

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Read about this place for years and JH was amazing to actually be there. It's big and there are other buildings part of the enclosed area such as several beautiful churches and statues. Tons of souvenir shops and places to take photos. We were on our way from Florence to the country side and stopped by. Worth it. 5. read more

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It's definitely touristy, but a must-do when in the area! It's quick to check out, but it is so much different to see in person, compared to many years of seeing it on TV, in pictures, books, etc. It's actually quite stunning to see this tall tower leaning like it is, it appears it might fall over at any moment, but clearly that's not going to happen, at least no time soon. There are lots of tourist traps all around the area where the tower is, so be prepared to shoe away all the people trying to make a quick buck off of you. Honestly, the area around it is quite unattractive, so becareful. But, go and enjoy the beauty of this tower! read more

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Worth the trip to see this iconic tower. Highly recommend going early. Around 9am is when the big bus groups start coming and it's almost impossible to get a spot for a good picture. Everyone stops in the front of the piazza to take a pic which is great but if you want a picture with less people in it, walk around to the back side of the tower. Walk around the souvenir vendors to compare prices. They all have the same stuff but some charge $3 for a magnet that you can get the same one for $1 at the next booth. read more

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This is the thing to do in Pisa. It is a timed entry to climb up to the top of the tower. I recommend going up if it's your first time! It's something to experience. I highly recommend buying tickets ahead of time. You never know how crowded it will be. The ticket comes with a free pass to get into the cathedral. The ticket to go up the tower itself is €20 per person. The floor is uneven and slippery. According to the official website, "the visit takes about 30 minutes. The climb is on foot and there are 251 steps." At the top you will want to take photos. Most likely people are getting off at Pisa Central Station by train. From there, you can take the public bus here. My group didn't want to walk 22-25 minutes, so we called an Uber. read more

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MAMMA MIA.... the leaning tower of Pisa!! I didn't climb up it...it's leaning and I'm over 60 [LOL!] And, it's just a hollow cylinder basically with a nice view of the surrounding area. Which is nice too see from above I'm sure. [It's not free to climb, I think 10 euros] The history of this place...the architect built it on sand and clay which obviously was too soft a ground, hence the lean. However, it was restored in the 1990's read more

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I finally made it here! been to Livorno in the past and use didn't make it to Pisa. on this trip we made sure to book an excursion that included a stop at the famous leaning tower. ya ya yay...I've heard that it's not impressive and it's Just a tower in the middle of a field. I guess I'm glad that it was downplayed because I was very happy to have come. it was beyond hot it was crowded it was touristy.. but I finally saw the leaning tower of Pisa that I saw on the bugs bunny show when I was a kid. checked that off my tourist bucket list. read more

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Everything was great! Came here last year. I was looking forward to eating here again. read more

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So fun and the architecture was absolutely beautiful. The buildings are so ornate and in great condition. Of course we had to take pictures with the leaning tower of Pisa but the funnest part was watching everyone doing it. Some poses were hilarious. If you want to climb up to the top of the Leaning tower, you should book your tickets online before arrival. There are lockers for rent for your purses, etc. There are shops catering to tourists with souvenir shops, gelato shops, a museum, and a visitor info center. We got some good bargains on souvenirs and hats at the mini market in front of the gate, before you enter. read more

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While in Italy my wife and I visited the Tower of Pisa. We purchased tickets online a few months earlier so we wouldn't have to spend time in lines. Pisa was very fun to visit especially after seeing on the television for most my life. Be prepared to take several pictures. Once inside be prepared to spend a thirty minutes to an hour climbing up the stairs and taking pictures. read more

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A must see sight if visiting Italy Seeing the infamous tower, and learning it's history is fascinating. While also learning history of the area. One recommendation is don't take a bus tour. The buses are crowded and dirty. Arrange a private tour if you can. read more

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It costs about €20 to climb the tower if you pay the ticket onsite, and early reservation with premium is still necessary to reserve your desired time spots during peak season. The time stamped ticket for entrance is every 15 minutes. It generally takes 30 minutes to go up and down, including checking views and taking photos. I was in a rush to take connecting train, and it only took 20 minutes in total from the first step up and last step down. If you are in a situation like me, and I think it's still doable, although I would still recommend planning at least one hour to be chill. The climbing itself is interesting, and your body can literally feel the slope and leaning to the side of the wall inside. read more

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The leaning tower of Pisa, a structure I read about as a child in school, but never thought I would have the opportunity to see it first-hand. Tickets are usually purchased online with a time and day selection. There is a line for groups every 15 minutes. No bags or purses are allowed, and must be stored in a free locker near the souviner shop. The walk up to the bell tower was challenging to many in the group, steps are narrow and of course, lean to the right direction, causing people to lose their balance and needing to hold on the wall for support. Its a decent workout to get to the top, so start training on a stair stepping machine before you book your tickets. Parking is difficult and you willl most likely walk a good distance to the tower, based on where you find free parking. Lots of vendors selling knock off merchandise so buyer beware. read more

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Torre di Pisa, also known as THE leaning tower of Pisa! I took the hour long train ride from Florence to finally see what this leaning tower is about. Definitely a very touristy attraction but was not too packed to the point that people were bumping into each other. Everyone was able to still take their pictures just fine. It is pretty interesting how they designed this tower. Creates the illusion that it is leaning more than it actually is. In some other angles, the tower doesn't not look tilted at all. Other than Torre di Pisa, there is not much else to do or see in Pisa. With this being said though, it is still worth visiting just to say that at least you have been to see the leaning tower of Pisa ;) read more

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During my October 2024 European vacation, I had the unforgettable experience today of visiting Pisa, Italy, flying in from Canes, France, for the first time. Of course, the highlight of the trip was the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa--a structure I've always wanted to see up close. Built in 1173 as a freestanding bell tower for the nearby Pisa Cathedral, it took nearly 200 years to complete, with interruptions due to wars and, famously, its unexpected tilt. Originally designed to be perfectly vertical, poor foundation soil caused the tower to start leaning during construction. Over the centuries, the lean became more pronounced, leading to concerns that it could collapse altogether. Thankfully, extensive restoration efforts, including counterweights and soil extraction, have stabilized it, ensuring it can be enjoyed by future generations without the risk of falling. Standing beneath the tower, I was struck by its beauty, resilience, and historical significance. Not only is it one of the most photographed and visited landmarks in the world, but it continues to serve as a bell tower, as originally intended. The tower is owned by the city of Pisa, and its purpose as a symbol of human ingenuity and persistence shines through in every angle of its magnificent architecture. Without a doubt this is a 5 Yelp review and If you're ever in Pisa, I highly recommend a visit to the Leaning Tower is an absolute must! The experience of seeing it in person was more magical than I ever imagined, and it's easy to understand why this place has captured the hearts of millions of visitors over the years. read more

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Great area for souvenirs and pizza as well!. There are crowds but it's a totally necessary practice to stop by and check it out! read more

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If you like taking photos and learning a bit of history then definitely should come and do a half day here to take all the fun photos and explore the area. There's restaurant and shopping so there are a couple things to do as you would with any tourist spot. read more

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There's no way I could have visited Italy without a quick half day trip to the Torre di Pisa, or Leaning Tower of Pisa. Got to Pisa via a train from Florence that took about 45 min. Really easy to book online and navigate the train station when you're there. The Torre di Pisa is one of four major structures in the Piazza dei Miracoli, with the other three being Pisa Cathedral, Pisa Baptistery, and Camposanto Monumentale. Build time started in 1173 and finished in 1372. Like everything else in Italy, I got my tickets for the tower ahead of time. To enter the tower, you have to queue up ahead of your time. Take note that they literally don't let you bring any form of bag up. They do have lockers on site nearby though so it's easy to store your stuff. Climbing the tower is a really cool experience. 251 steps. Be warned - the space is very tight, especially with people coming up and down so definitely try to be one of the first to go up so you don't coincide with people coming down that finish ahead of you. You don't quite feel the lean until you're physically climbing the tower when it becomes apparent. At one point I actually felt myself tipping over a little and had to adjust my balance quite dramatically. At the top, the tower will open up to the air as you are in the bell area. You'll have spectacular views of the entire plaza and it's a great photo opportunity. read more

After my first trip to Italy everyone asked me if I saw the Leaning Tower of Pisa. I didn't. I had little interest. I'd seen photos. It's a tower that leans a little. On my recent trip to Florence I decided to take a train to Pisa just to see the tower so I could answer "yes" if people asked me this time. There were hundreds of people there with their hands in the air while family members, phone camera in hand, yelled "more to the left...no, the other left...a little higher..." in order to get that cliche photo of one of two poses - pushing the building or holding it up from tipping. I stood there and thought it didn't look as dramatically slanted as I had expected. But I was there and saw it. And now I'll post a normal photo of the leaning tower, one of thousands for this page. There isn't much else to see in Pisa aside from this. So you might as well go have a look. read more

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You take a train over to the tower. The tower and duo are within fort walls. It's kinda cool. You need tickets to get into everything now, so buy online ahead of time. There is a large police presence. There is a tremendous amount of vendors, be careful of pick pockets. Lots of food opens everywhere and food and cocktails abound in the area. read more

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We visited Pisa as a stopover on our Trenitalia trip back to Rome from Cinque Terre's Manarola, and I absolutely had to climb the Leaning Tower!We only had about 4 hours in Pisa before we had to head back to our train, so we made our way directly toward the Piazza dei Miracoli. The Tower was the domineering sight that overtook the eye when you entered the plaza. There was a small line at the Leaning Tower (as it's a pretty tight, windy tower and can only hold a certain amount of people at once). It didn't take too long of a wait before I was able to climb the tower. The marble steps up to the top are worn down in the middle from the millions of footsteps a year that have made the climb. You will feel that the tower is leaning while you ascend it, so be prepared for that. It's not too bad (you won't fall over), but it's a cool feeling if you notice it.If you aren't able to climb the Campanile (leaning tower) - physically unable to, fear of heights, not enough time, etc - I still recommend this stop in Pisa. The Tower is beautiful from the outside too, if you aren't able to go inside/up, and the other buildings of the Piazza are worth the trip by themselves!One tip: you cannot see the Leaning Tower by driving by or standing outside on the street. You have to go through a small marketplace of vendors to get to the archway entry. Once inside the entryway, that is where you will see the buildings you are looking for. read more

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Both the husband and I had been to Pisa before and didn't have a huge interest this trip until a serendipitous occurrence of our friends from New York being there at the same time made it the perfect place to meet up. It has significantly grown in the tourist trap department since I was last there years ago. Just swamped with people, tour buses, and tons of kiosk shops bothering you to buy things. If you drive, parking is a real challenge to find, and you have to hike to the tower. We luckily got the last tiny spot in an overcramped parking lot with space just big enough to fit our tiny Fiat. It was expensive as expected, and we walked 10 minutes getting hassled to buy things the whole time. You also have to pay for toilets everywhere here. The Duomo is very pretty, and taking a picture of the leaning tower (which is no longer sinking, they've managed to preserve it in its current state) is the thing to do. After that, there's not much to do here, but go look at kiosks. We stopped in at one of the restaurants for some nibbles and a bottle of wine, but other than that, this is one of my least favorite places to visit in Italy. read more

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Pisa is a must if visiting Tuscany. The city is easier to navigate than some other places we've been. Although the Leaning Tower of Pisa is touristy, it wasn't crowded, there was a lot of space to sprawl and take in the architecture of the tower and the surrounding buildings. We brought a mini picnic and enjoyed the view, people watching as folks took creative and typical photos of the tower - we took several ourselves as well! You gotta do it! When in "roam"... I enjoyed reading up on the history of this structure... it's about 185 feet high, width of the wall at the base is approximately 8 feet wide, and it boasts about 300 steps. It's remarkable that this tower began construction in the 12th century! The soft, shifting soil/ foundation caused the tower to lean, and progressively tilted further in the 14th century. Modern restoration brought the tilt from 5.5 degrees to 3.97. The columns, the relief stones decorated with flowers, animals, and figures. It's a sight to be seen! There's a charge to climb the tower, the views are spectacular - and there's also a $1 charge to use the WC. I'm leaning towards the climb!! read more

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Torre di Pisa or the Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of those sites that you hope to see in person one day. You won't appreciate it as much till you see all the details of the bell tower. We felt so fortunate to have been able to gaze at the craftsmanship of this tower of marble. Even though it was sinking and there was fear in the toppling over, they have corrected these issues and the Leaning Tower of Pisa should be good for another 200 years. Weather is definitely a factor of visiting but sometimes it's out of your control. We were extremely lucky that we arrived early and were able to get a few photos before it started to rain. It was also nice to get there before a ton of people are in your photo. We personally feel it's best to arrive early. Restrooms are hard to find around the area so it's best to buy something from a shop nearby and use their restroom. Overall, it was a great experience visiting but after visiting, we both felt that the tower looks a lot shorter in real life lol. read more

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What a new site to seat... the tower does actually lean! I was not able to go inside the tower, but from the outside it was so cool to see. This is a definitely a high tourist area and one of the main sites of the city of Pisa. I definitely recommend this site as well as the other beautiful buildings right next to the tower. read more

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Torre Di Pisa earned its spot as a one of the 7 wonders of the Medieval World. Although it is not the only leaning tower in Pisa, it is the most popular one. It is definitely a reminder that humans can only sometimes defy a nature. Leaning is due to settling of the foundation and it leaned in multiple directions over the past 8 centuries. The name of the town itself Pisa means 'marshy land', unfortunately the soil was never taken in account while any of the towers were being built. Height: around 56 meters (8 stories,207 columns) Tilt:5.5 degrees View: 295 stairs to the top, there are 7 large bells that haven't rang for the past century. The area was overcrowded when we visited in May of 2024, to the point that it looked really funny as everyone were doing the same poses, but I am still giving it 5* It is one of those places that you mention and everyone has heard of them, so why not make a half a day stop and visit it. read more

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The Leaning Tower of Pisa is the campanile, or freestanding bell tower, of the Pisa Cathedral. It began to lean during construction in the 12th century as the soft ground upon which it was built could not properly support the tower. That same soft soil has allowed the tower to survive multiple earthquakes over hundreds of years. It took almost two centuries to build from 1173 to 1372. By 1990, the tilt had reached 5.5 degrees and work was done subsequently to reduce it to under 4 degrees. Today, it is the main attraction in Pisa, although the cathedral and baptistery are also beautiful. Buy a timed ticket to climb the almost 300 steps to the top. It is a very interesting feeling as you lean forward, back and side to side as you ascend and descend. We were lucky to be able to visit as the area was hit by destructive tornados in the morning during our stop in this region. Our driver, Gianluca, was amazing especially with the uncertainty of the weather that cleared around lunchtime on our port day to Livorno/Florence/Pisa. read more

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The leaning tower of Pisa was on our way from Florance to Santa Margherita via train so we had the chance to stop in Pisa and check it out. There are several luggage storage areas so choose one and leave your luggage. It's about a little over a mile to walk from the train station and there is a sidewalk to follow. Not a lot to see on the way but when you get to the area of the tower, it's quite beautiful. We didn't purchase tickets to climb the tower ahead of time and when we arrived, they were sold out for the times that could have worked for us. The tower grounds were quite busy so expect many other people to be in your pics. The white marble of the tower and church was so beautiful. While I didn't think much about the town of Pisa, I was glad we made this stop to see such an iconic structure. read more

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Honestly thought it would be larger than it was! It was leaning, but not to the extent I thought it would. Still, very fine architectural work! read more

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This is what brought us and thousand a of others to Pisa. The Tower or the campanile, or freestanding bell tower, of Pisa Cathedral. It is known for its nearly four-degree lean, the result of an unstable foundation. The tower is one of three structures in the Pisa's Cathedral Square which includes the cathedral and Pisa Baptistry. The tower is 8 stories from the ground on the low side & 185 ft 11 in on the high side. The width of the walls at the base is 8 ft 0 in. Its estimated weight is 14,500 tons The tower has 296 or 294 steps; the seventh floor has two fewer steps on the north-facing staircase. Construction of the tower occurred in three stages over 199 years. in 1172. The tower began to lean during construction in the 12th century, due to soft ground which could not properly support the structure's weight. It worsened through the completion of construction in the 14th century. By 1990, the tilt had reached 5.5 degrees. The structure was stabilized by remedial work between 1993 and 2001, which reduced the tilt to 3.97 degrees. read more

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Round number reviews should be special and I'm pleased to see that I was able to land my 17000th review on the world famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, which we visited on April 4th on the way from Florence to Turin. It was a quick stop to visit this very well known site. And yes, it is still leaning! We parked entirely too far away because I was scared that we might accidentally drive the rental car into the restricted zone. That was a mistake and I'll know better. The signage here is pretty clear. Turning a corner and seeing it for the first time, the Tower is not nearly as big as I expected. But it looks just as beautiful and impressive as I expected. This is awesome. There are plenty of spots where you can get your selfie and I recommend bringing a friend to take your classic "Holding Up The Tower" photo. A great visit and I wish I had more energy as I would like to have climbed the tower. Next time! [Round number review 17000 overall - 205 in Italy - 516 of 2022.] read more

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The tower is a beauty, the crowds are not. You'll be awestruck by the tower's lean and the neighboring Cathedral and baptistry. You can buy tickets to reach the top but you need to do that in advance. You can't touch the tower without those ticket, but you can get within a few feet of it. You'll also need to avoid the many many vendors just outside the tower complex. There will be hordes of visitors if you go on a weekend. Skip the nearby restaurants, too. read more

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The leaning tower of Pisa. Is it worth it? Not really. Did I still make the trek? You better believe it. What things you do in life for the gram! The city of Pisa, is quite difficult to get to. Unlike many of the major cities the trains here do not run super fast and does not have many go throughout the day. So really had to make some plans to make it here. Once you get here, this is truly the only thing to see in town. Lucky enough I had planned to arrive as soon as we could and get out within the same day without having the pay for a night here. We did have to haul all of our luggage with us. read more

Felt so blessed to be able to see this in person! It was our first time & it really didn't appear like it was leaning. Not until we walked to the other side. Be sure you do that despite the crowds of people. We took an excursion to get here. First on a bus from our cruise ship & then a separate ride via a putt putt train & a walk...Hey we got here safely! Yasss!!! Yayyy! Wonderful experience. Maybe next time we can climb to the top! Woohoo that would be a phenomenal experience right??? read more

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What's not there to like? Get your once in a life time photo and take some funny ones too You are already here so why not climb and experience the tower. One inside you can tell which side you're one as you are likely to lean forward, back, right, or left It is hard to believe that it's only 250 steps to the top but it does take your breath away... figuratively and literally so pace yourself. Once in top don't make the same mistake I did thinking that your done, there's actually a small stairway that goes all the way to the top to see the bells. Take you photos outside, inside, on top there are no bad photos read more

If you're in Italy this is one of those historical sites you absolutely must visit and scratch off your bucket list. But it is one of those one and done type of places. Situated in the small (but very historical) town of Pisa not far outside of Florence is where you'll find the tower. It dominates the lush green square it's situated in alongside a gorgeous church. The town is relatively small so you shouldn't have a hard time finding the tower but if you do just follow the steady flow of tourists. You'll know you've arrived when you notice a plethora of street vendors selling $10 "leather" purses and a crowd of tourists. Be prepared to be surrounded by a ton of tourists all making silly poses (like you) with the tower. It makes for great people watching. An hour is all you really need to see the tower and take every pose imaginable. The tower itself is quite exquisite with its carvings and attention to detail. After an hour though you may find yourself getting quickly bored. At this point, you can either opt-in to pay a small fee to climb the stairs in the tower to the very top to get a scenic view of....well, not much to be honest, or you can also pay a small entrance fee to enter and visit the historic church that occupies the same grounds as the tower. Either way, scratch this off your bucket list, buy a few touristic gifts from the vendors, and call it a day. read more

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Finally! A check off my Bucket List!! I've always been wanting to see the Tower of Pisa, but every time​ I've been convinced by everyone that it's too far out of the way of anything, that there's nothing else to see in Pisa except the Tower, and that it would be a wasted a trip. Thankfully, now I have a Hubby who said, "If that's what you want to do, that's what we'll do". No questions asked. And off we went! In reality, the naysayers are partially correct. The Tower is off the beaten path​ unless you're staying very near Pisa, which most tourists aren't. Also, Pisa is far from being a tourist-centric town with numerous sights. There weren't even any nearby shopping streets to stroll. However, it's quaint, and a lot more quiet than your typical Rome, Florence or Venice, which can be a nice change. You can opt to get tickets to go to the very top for a view of Pisa, or go inside the cathedral. The Tower is actually the bell tower for the cathedral. All we did was see the Tower, took our obligatory photos, walked around to view the Tower from different angles and had an enjoyable dinner in Pisa. Pisa itself isn't recognized for its food, but we had an enjoyable dinner outdoors​ and called it a day. IMO, the Tower is also a nice sight in the evening as well. No regrets, and super happy I saw it live and in person! Ignore the haters. Do what you want. Be you! Construction on the Tower began in 1173, but was built on soft and unstable ground, hence the leaning. P. S. For San Franciscans, the Millenium Tower may very well be our next leaning Tower of Pisa! read more

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