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Pisa Baptistery tickets
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Enjoy reserved access to Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Upgrade for a multilingual audio guide.
- Bypass the ticket office and head directly to the top of the Leaning Tower with timed entry access.
- Gaze at unparalleled panoramas of the city from 185 ft up, peering out amidst the tower’s unique bells.
- Discover the gorgeous Romanesque Pisa Cathedral, a white and black striped marble masterpiece adorned with intricate sculptures and mosaics.
- Add an audio guide in your preferred language to uncover a fascinating history of plundered loot, treacherous subsoil, engineering missteps, and more!
Enjoy reserved access to Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Upgrade for a multilingual audio guide.
- Bypass the ticket office and head directly to the top of the Leaning Tower with timed entry access.
- Gaze at unparalleled panoramas of the city from 185 ft up, peering out amidst the tower’s unique bells.
- Discover the gorgeous Romanesque Pisa Cathedral, a white and black striped marble masterpiece adorned with intricate sculptures and mosaics.
- Add an audio guide in your preferred language to uncover a fascinating history of plundered loot, treacherous subsoil, engineering missteps, and more!
Inclusions
- Timed entry to the Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Access to Pisa Cathedral
- Audio guide in English, French, Spanish & Italian (as per option selected)
Exclusions
- Access to the Baptistery of St. John
- Access to Camposanto
- Access to Opera del Duomo Museum
- Access to Sinopie Museum
- Tickets are timed. Please check the time of your visit. If you are late you will not be allowed in.
- Due to high demand, your chosen time slot may not be available: if this happens you will be allocated a new slot an hour before or after your original choice. Please note that you will only be allowed at the top of the tower for 30 minutes.
- The climb involves 294 steep steps with no elevators, so it is not accessible for wheelchair users and guests with cardiovascular issues.
- For safety reasons, children under 8 are not allowed to climb, and those aged 8-18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Strict dress code: Since the Cathedral is a place of worship, all guests must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees.
- Free lockers are available for personal belongings at 21 Piazza del Duomo – metal objects, bags, or containers are not allowed in.
- Going for the audio guide? Simply ensure that the guides are downloaded on the Headout app before your visit. It’s super simple to use, and you get offline access with an easy language-switching feature.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
All-inclusive tickets to every site within Pisa’s Square of Miracles!
- With reserved entry into the Leaning Tower, climb the legendary tilting wonder and look out at the city.
- Gain complete access to all the monuments at your convenience, from St. John’s Baptistery to lesser-known gems like Camposanto and Sinopie Museum.
- Marvel at the 900-year-old Cathedral, featuring a beautiful marble high altar and pulpit carved with scenes of Jesus’ life by Giovanni Pisano.
- In the Opera del Duomo Museum, see paintings like Maestà by Pietro Cavallini. Sinopie Museum holds unique preparatory sketches of numerous frescoes!
- At your own pace, visit the circular Baptistery, and the historic cemetery Camposanto – known for its impressive relics, tombs, and tiled cloister.
All-inclusive tickets to every site within Pisa’s Square of Miracles!
- With reserved entry into the Leaning Tower, climb the legendary tilting wonder and look out at the city.
- Gain complete access to all the monuments at your convenience, from St. John’s Baptistery to lesser-known gems like Camposanto and Sinopie Museum.
- Marvel at the 900-year-old Cathedral, featuring a beautiful marble high altar and pulpit carved with scenes of Jesus’ life by Giovanni Pisano.
- In the Opera del Duomo Museum, see paintings like Maestà by Pietro Cavallini. Sinopie Museum holds unique preparatory sketches of numerous frescoes!
- At your own pace, visit the circular Baptistery, and the historic cemetery Camposanto – known for its impressive relics, tombs, and tiled cloister.
Inclusions
- Pisa Monumental Complex pass
- Timed access to the Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Access to Pisa Cathedral
- Access to the Baptistery of St. John
- Access to Camposanto
- Access to Opera del Duomo Museum
- Access to Sinopie Museum
Exclusions
- Guided tour
- Transfers
- Timed entry to the Leaning Tower is strict; arrive 15 minutes before your reserved slot. Late arrivals will not be accommodated.
- Due to high demand, your chosen time slot may not be available: if this happens you will be allocated a new slot an hour before or after your original choice. Please note that you will only be allowed at the top of the tower for 30 minutes.
- The climb involves 294 steep steps with no elevators, so it is not accessible for wheelchair users and guests with cardiovascular issues.
- For safety reasons, children under 8 are not allowed to climb, and those aged 8-18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Strict dress code: Since the Cathedral is a place of worship, all guests must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees.
- Free lockers are available for personal belongings at 21 Piazza del Duomo – metal objects, bags, or containers are not allowed in.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION6 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
START POINT
Piazzale Montelungo
Board your comfortable AC bus from this central square in Florence.
96.8 km
85 minutes
1
Square of Miracles
2 attractions
Embark on a guided walking tour of Pisa’s Square of Miracles, learning all about its monuments from your expert guide.
Nearby things to do
Baptistery of St. John
87 min walk
Camposanto
4 min walk
0.06 km
1 minute
2
Pisa Cathedral
Enter this vast church and admire its stained glass windows, large marble columns, and chapels lined with paintings and sculptures.
3
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Tickets included (based on selection)
If selected, you can climb this iconic tower and explore its interiors. See the city from a new perspective!
96.4 km
80 minutes
4
END POINT
Piazzale Montelungo
Cozy day trip from Florence to Pisa with guided tours of the Miracle Square and Leaning Tower.
- Depart central Florence on a comfortable AC bus and soak in the Tuscan countryside on a round-trip to Pisa!
- Walk through the Square of Miracles and admire all the grand monuments that make up the complex with an expert guide.
- Step into Pisa Cathedral, where a vibrant mosaic of Christ Pantocrator spans the apse, and chapels like ‘Our Lady of Help’ display stunning sculptures.
- Upgrade for a climb up the spiral staircase of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, feel the tilt, and see the city from 183 feet.
Cozy day trip from Florence to Pisa with guided tours of the Miracle Square and Leaning Tower.
- Depart central Florence on a comfortable AC bus and soak in the Tuscan countryside on a round-trip to Pisa!
- Walk through the Square of Miracles and admire all the grand monuments that make up the complex with an expert guide.
- Step into Pisa Cathedral, where a vibrant mosaic of Christ Pantocrator spans the apse, and chapels like ‘Our Lady of Help’ display stunning sculptures.
- Upgrade for a climb up the spiral staircase of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, feel the tilt, and see the city from 183 feet.
Inclusions
- Round-trip AC bus transfers from Florence to Pisa
- Guided walking tour of Pisa’s Square of Miracles (as per option selected)
- Expert English or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
- Access to the Leaning Tower (as per option selected)
Exclusions
- Access to the Baptistery of St. John
- Access to Camposanto
- Access to Opera del Duomo Museum
- Access to Sinopie Museum
- The climb involves 294 steep steps with no elevators, so it is not accessible for wheelchair users and guests with cardiovascular issues.
- For safety reasons, children under 8 are not allowed to climb, and those aged 8-18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please note that you will only be allowed at the top of the tower for 30 minutes.
- Strict dress code: Since the Cathedral is a place of worship, all guests must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees.
- Free lockers are available for personal belongings at 21 Piazza del Duomo – metal objects, bags, or containers are not allowed in.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Learn all about Pisa’s Miracle Square in your chosen language with a small group.
- Join a personalized guided tour of the Leaning Tower and the interior of Pisa Cathedral.
- Take in picturesque views of Pisa and the Tuscan hills as you look out over the city from its iconic tilting tower.
- Gaze up at the large marble columns of the Cathedral, adorned with Corinthian capitals that display biblical scenes, animals, and mythical figures!
- Upgrade your ticket to include a guided tour of the entire Pisa Monumental Complex, including the Opera Museum, St. John’s Baptistery, and Camposanto.
Learn all about Pisa’s Miracle Square in your chosen language with a small group.
- Join a personalized guided tour of the Leaning Tower and the interior of Pisa Cathedral.
- Take in picturesque views of Pisa and the Tuscan hills as you look out over the city from its iconic tilting tower.
- Gaze up at the large marble columns of the Cathedral, adorned with Corinthian capitals that display biblical scenes, animals, and mythical figures!
- Upgrade your ticket to include a guided tour of the entire Pisa Monumental Complex, including the Opera Museum, St. John’s Baptistery, and Camposanto.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of the Leaning Tower & Pisa Cathedral with entry
- Expert English, Spanish, Italian or German-speaking guide
- Headsets for groups above 6
- Access to the Baptistery of St. John (as per option selected)
- Access to Camposanto (as per option selected)
- Access to Opera del Duomo Museum (as per option selected)
- Access to Sinopie Museum (as per option selected)
Exclusions
- Transfers
- The climb involves 294 steep steps with no elevators, so it is not accessible for wheelchair users and guests with cardiovascular issues.
- For safety reasons, children under 8 are not allowed to climb, and those aged 8-18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please note that you will only be allowed at the top of the tower for 30 minutes.
- Strict dress code: Since the Cathedral is a place of worship, all guests must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees.
- Free lockers are available for personal belongings at 21 Piazza del Duomo – metal objects, bags, or containers are not allowed in.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
An intimate, personalized tour of Pisa with wine tasting by the Leaning Tower!
- Take a walking tour of the Square of Miracles with just 14 other people, ensuring the guide’s undivided attention and answers to all your questions.
- Gain insight into the cultural significance of Pisa’s Square of Miracles in your preferred language.
- Tour the magnificent Pisa Cathedral, home to ethereal stained glass windows, reflective chapels, and intricate Corinthian capitals.
- Enjoy a complimentary wine tasting near the Leaning Tower before ascending 183 feet up its stunning interior.
An intimate, personalized tour of Pisa with wine tasting by the Leaning Tower!
- Take a walking tour of the Square of Miracles with just 14 other people, ensuring the guide’s undivided attention and answers to all your questions.
- Gain insight into the cultural significance of Pisa’s Square of Miracles in your preferred language.
- Tour the magnificent Pisa Cathedral, home to ethereal stained glass windows, reflective chapels, and intricate Corinthian capitals.
- Enjoy a complimentary wine tasting near the Leaning Tower before ascending 183 feet up its stunning interior.
Inclusions
- Small-group walking tour of Pisa
- Expert Spanish, German or English-speaking guide
- Group of up to 15 guests
- Entry to the Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Access to Pisa Cathedral
- Wine tasting
Exclusions
- Transfers
- Access to the Baptistery of St. John
- Access to Camposanto
- Access to Opera del Duomo Museum
- Access to Sinopie Museum
- The climb involves 294 steep steps with no elevators, so it is not accessible for wheelchair users and guests with cardiovascular issues.
- For safety reasons, children under 8 are not allowed to climb, and those aged 8-18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please note that you will only be allowed at the top of the tower for 30 minutes.
- Strict dress code: Since the Cathedral is a place of worship, all guests must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees.
- Free lockers are available for personal belongings at 21 Piazza del Duomo – metal objects, bags, or containers are not allowed in.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Get the opportunity to enter some of the most well-known structures in Pisa's Square of Miracles: the Leaning Tower, the Cathedral, and the Baptistery.
- Take advantage of the expertise of your tour guide to discover everything about the history and importance of Pisa's crown jewels.
- In addition to the Sinopie Museum and the OPA Museum, you will also have free reign to tour the Cemetery.
- Choose between 4 languages in which to enjoy the guided tour – English, Spanish, Italian, and German.
- Get the opportunity to enter some of the most well-known structures in Pisa's Square of Miracles: the Leaning Tower, the Cathedral, and the Baptistery.
- Take advantage of the expertise of your tour guide to discover everything about the history and importance of Pisa's crown jewels.
- In addition to the Sinopie Museum and the OPA Museum, you will also have free reign to tour the Cemetery.
- Choose between 4 languages in which to enjoy the guided tour – English, Spanish, Italian, and German.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of the Leaning Tower, Pisa Cathedral & St. John Baptistery with entry
- Licensed English, Spanish, Italian or German-speaking guide
- Access to the Cemetery
- Access to OPA Museum
- Access to Sinopie Museum
- Headsets for groups above 6
- Tip: After the guided tour you can explore other historical landmarks in Pisa, such as the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, the Piazza dei Cavalieri, or the Palazzo Blu.
- While inside the cathedral, it is required to cover both the shoulders and knees.
- Please note that the headsets are available only if the group is bigger than 6 people.
- Children under the age of 8 are not allowed inside the tower.
- You cannot bring a bag or luggage while climbing the tower. You may deposit it at the luggage office.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Pisa Baptistery in a nutshell
Highlights: The Baptistery was built by the architect Diotisalvi, as evidenced from an inscription inside the church. It was the second building to be constructed in the Square of Miracles, after the Cathedral but before the Leaning Tower. It complemented the Cathedral and symbolized Pisa’s wealth and prosperity.
Materials used: White marble.
Year of completion: 1363
Current use: As the name suggests, the church stands for the doctrines and beliefs espoused by St. John the Baptist, who was believed to be the precursor of Jesus Christ. Baptism is an initiation ceremony where Christians are formally inducted into the religion. Today, the Pisa Baptistery is used as a regular church with congregational services.
Your Pisa Baptistery tickets explained
Standard entry
Guided tours
Is Pisa Baptistery access included?
Some tickets offer access
Yes
Yes
Why go for it?
This experience gives you the option to see not just the Leaning Tower, but also the Baptistery, Cathedral and Camposanto in the Square of Miracles. Note that you have to choose entry to these additional sites while booking your ticket.
Benefit from an expert tour guide as you tour the monuments in the Square of Miracles. Gain little-known insights and historical trivia for a more enriching visit.
Starting price
€25
€59
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Highlights of the Pisa Baptistery
Here's a sneak peek into the planning, architecture and unique features that went into Italy's largest baptistery.
The octagonal font
Built by Guido Bigarelli, the font is an octagonal raised platform in the center of the Baptistery (almost as large as a swimming pool). It contained an immersion basin in which Christians dipped during their baptism ceremony. It also contains a bronze statue of St. John the Baptist. Now, it is barricaded to the public.
The pulpit
The pulpit is one of the main highlights of the Pisa Baptistery’s interiors. Crafted by Nicola Pisano, it demonstrates the transition from late Gothic to Renaissance architecture. Pisano used a drill to carve figures of Mary and scenes from Jesus Christ’s life. The pulpit is supported by many pillars and flourished with beautiful relief.
The women's gallery
Reached by a spiral staircase, the women’s gallery is a seating space with a view of the Arabic-inspired floor down below. It also lends a great view of the pulpit and the font.
The dome
Before the Baptistery was capped, it had an open conical structure. Hence, the first dome of the Baptistery is cone-shaped to fit the layout, whereas the outer dome is more hemispherical.
Acoustics
Perhaps the most intriguing aspect of the Baptistery is intangible – its acoustics. Due to the construction of the nested domes of differing shapes, music or sounds made at the bottom travel all the way to the top, circling the dome and returning down. In fact, scholars say that the monument itself was modeled to mimic the pipes of a church organ. The resonance and reverberation caused by the skillful architecture make it one of the leading reasons why tourists visit the Baptistery today.
Notable figures of the Pisa Baptistery
Nicola and Giovanni Pisano
Although the architect was Diotisalvi, it was Nicola and Giovanni Pisano that gave the baptistery its distinct appearance. They added the baptistery's upper part and the dome, and moved from the Gothic towards a more naturalist style. Further, Nicola Pisano designed the pulpit, evolving his art to a realistic and naturalized style.
Frequently asked questions about Pisa Baptistery tickets
Are Pisa Baptistery tickets included in Leaning Tower tickets?
Not all Leaning Tower of Pisa tickets grant access to the Baptistery. Make sure your ticket specifically includes access to the monument at the time of booking. If visiting is an optional upgrade on a regular ticket, be sure to choose that variant in order to secure entry to the Baptistery.
Do I need to book Pisa Baptistery tickets in advance, or can I purchase them on-spot on the day of my visit?
We strongly suggest reserving your tickets at least 2-3 weeks in advance, especially during peak season. This is also to ensure you get your preferred time slot.
How much time should I spend at the Pisa Baptistery?
Aim to set aside at least 1 hour for a comfortable and relaxed visit to the Baptistery.
Are there guided tours of the Pisa Baptistery?
Yes, if you book Pisa All-Inclusive Guided Tour of Baptistery, Cathedral & Tower an expert tour guide will accompany you on your visit.
What makes the Baptistery worth visiting in the Square of Miracles?
There are several compelling reasons to visit the Baptistery on your trip to Pisa: it is the largest baptistery in the world, with a circumference of over 100m and a height of +56m. Its two domes offer unique acoustics that make sounds reverberate within the interiors long after the source has ceased. It showcases a unique blend of Romanesque and Gothic architecture, demonstrating the evolution of architectural preferences over two centuries.
Can I climb the dome of the Pisa Baptistery?
Unlike the Duomo dome and similar to the Rome Pantheon dome, you can only gaze up and appreciate the architecture of the structure, but you cannot climb it.
Are children allowed to enter the Baptistery?
Yes, unlike the Leaning Tower which forbids access to children below the age of 8, the Baptistery is welcome to children.
