Leaning Tower of Pisa, Pisa

Piazza dei Miracoli, Pisa (See it on map)

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Where?

In the city centre.

What?

Famous landmark.

Anything else you need to know?

Construction of the Leaning Tower lasted about 200 years beginning from 1173. The bell tower of the Cathedral, the tower wasn't designed to lean, but because of this unusual inclination it is now one of the most recognisable structures in the world.

Opening times?

Open 7 days, times vary with season.

Reviews of Leaning Tower of Pisa

Leaning Tower of Pisa has a rating of 86% from a total of 4 reviews and ratings, below are some reviews of Leaning Tower of Pisa

  • becca from Ireland, has 290 reviewsbecca says:

    I didn't actually climb the tower because I have a dodgy knee but I have to say even the sight of it was a lot more impressive than I was expecting. It looks like it leans at different angles depending on where you stand and has some really cool plaster work on it. Huge crowds visit it every day...

    Posted: on Nov 12, 2009 // Rated: |

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  • orlaithd from Ireland, has 134 reviewsorlaithd says:

    This is a must if you visit the city- you absolutely must go up the tower! It’s great to get some photos from the bottom but the view from the top is great & it’s a real experience to climb. The climb is quite steep so I don't advise it for small children or elderly people! You need to... more

    Posted: on Jan 21, 2009 // Rated: |

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  • Antonio3 from Italy, has 40 reviewsAntonio3 says:

    The Leaning Tower is Pisa’s most remarkable landmark. Its inclination is caused by poorly laid foundation and by the shifting soil on which it was built. It started leaning during its construction, which began in 1173 and lasted about 200 years. In order to reduce its inclination and prevent... more

    Posted: on May 8, 2007 // Rated: |

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  • Sassy from Ireland, has 66 reviewsSassy says:

    This is a well known monumnet the world over. Who could take a trip to pisa without going to see the leaning tower. It is located beside the cathedral, so both can be visited on the same trp. Worth a visit

    Posted: on May 3, 2007 // Rated: |

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