Livorno & Florence
Italy
Day trips to Florence and Pisa from the cruise port in Livorno: compare the bus tour and the minivan tours, then book the one that suits your group.
Tours in Livorno & Florence
Livorno is a port city on the coast of Tuscany, in central Italy. Cruise ships call here for day trips to Florence, about 90 km away by road, and to Pisa, about 20 km away. The historic centre of Florence and the Piazza del Duomo in Pisa are both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The tours start in Livorno and bring you back there the same day. The minivan tours meet at the minivan parking inside the port, close to the ships, and the bus tour meets in the city, at Piazza del Municipio, near where the cruise shuttle buses arrive.
Livorno & Florence at a glance
- Region
- Tuscany, Italy
- Cruise port
- Port of Livorno
- Livorno to Florence
- About 90 km, about 70 minutes by road
- Livorno to Pisa
- About 20 km, about 25 minutes by road
- Population
- Livorno 152,451, Florence 361,625 (2026)
- Nearest airport
- Pisa International Airport
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Time zone
- CET (UTC+1), summer UTC+2
Weather and seasons in Livorno & Florence
Florence can be visited all year. July and August are the hottest months, with average highs above 32 °C, and October and November are the wettest. Spring and early autumn are milder for a long day of walking.
Many museums in Florence are closed on Mondays, among them the Uffizi and the Galleria dell'Accademia, and the Cathedral is closed to visitors on Sundays. Check the day of your call before you plan the inside of a building.
- Spring (March to May)
- Average highs rise from about 16 °C in March to about 24 °C in May.
- Summer (June to August)
- Hot and mostly dry. In July and August there are on average about 24 days a month of 30 °C or more in Florence.
- Autumn (September to November)
- September is still warm. October and November bring the most rain of the year.
- Winter (December to February)
- Cool, with average highs around 11 to 13 °C and lows of about 2 °C.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high (°C) | 11.2 | 12.7 | 16.2 | 20.0 | 24.3 | 29.1 | 32.3 | 32.4 | 27.3 | 21.5 | 15.6 | 11.4 |
| Average low (°C) | 2.1 | 2.5 | 5.1 | 8.1 | 11.9 | 16.0 | 18.4 | 18.5 | 15.0 | 10.9 | 6.4 | 2.6 |
| Precipitation (mm) | 58 | 64 | 61 | 67 | 63 | 45 | 25 | 37 | 67 | 105 | 115 | 81 |
Getting to Livorno & Florence
Cruise ships berth at the Port of Livorno, at the terminals by the old Medici harbour or at the Alto Fondale terminal for the largest ships. The terminal operator, Porto di Livorno 2000, runs a shuttle bus between the ship and the town centre for the whole time the ship is in port.
Florence is about 90 km from Livorno by road, about 70 minutes by car or coach. Pisa is about 20 km away, about 25 minutes. Regional trains run from Livorno Centrale to Firenze Santa Maria Novella, the fastest direct ones in about 1 hour 16 minutes, and to Pisa Centrale in about 15 minutes.
Pisa International Airport is about 20 km from Livorno. The Pisa Mover shuttle links it with Pisa Centrale station in about 5 minutes.
Where to stay in Livorno & Florence
A few places to stay in Florence and in Livorno, in different price ranges.
- Hotel DavanzatiFlorence, historic centreHotel in Via Porta Rossa, next to the Palazzo Davanzati.
- Ostello Bello FlorenceFlorence, near Santa Maria Novella stationHostel in Via Faenza, about 5 minutes' walk from the main station.
- Plus FlorenceFlorence, north of the centreHostel with indoor and outdoor pools, a gym and a sauna.
- Grand Hotel PalazzoLivorno, seafrontHotel on Viale Italia, a short walk from the Terrazza Mascagni.
- Hotel GranducaLivorno, by the harbourHotel in a 17th century Medici bastion overlooking the harbour.
- Hotel Città LivornoLivorno, town centreSmall hotel with 20 rooms, each with its own bathroom.
Good to know before you visit Livorno & Florence
- The Galleria dell'Accademia, home of Michelangelo's David, strongly recommends booking: without a reservation the wait can be long. Book the Uffizi ahead too, through its official ticket site.
- Florence Cathedral admits only visitors in clothing suitable for a place of worship: no bare legs or shoulders, no hats and no bulky bags. Climbing the Dome means 463 steps, no lift, and a fixed time slot.
- The Leaning Tower of Pisa is visited with timed tickets. Arrive 15 minutes before your time; children under 8 are not allowed up.
- The centre of Florence is a limited traffic zone, checked by cameras on weekdays and Saturdays. A coach or car tour stops outside it, and the rest is on foot.
- The Historic Centre of Florence has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1982, and the Piazza del Duomo in Pisa, with the Leaning Tower, since 1987.
Frequently asked questions about Livorno & Florence
How far is Florence from Livorno cruise port?
About 90 km by road, around 70 minutes by car or coach. By regional train from Livorno Centrale, the fastest direct trains take about 1 hour 16 minutes.
Can you see Florence and Pisa in one day from Livorno?
Yes. Pisa is about 20 km from Livorno and Florence about 90 km, so both fit into a cruise day by road. All the tours on this page visit Florence and Pisa in one day and bring you back to Livorno.
How do you get from the cruise ship into Livorno?
The terminal operator, Porto di Livorno 2000, runs a shuttle bus to the town centre for the whole time the ship is in port. On busy days there can be a queue for it, so allow time.
Are the museums in Florence open on Mondays?
The Uffizi and the Galleria dell'Accademia are closed on Mondays, and also on 1 January and 25 December. The Cathedral is closed to visitors on Sundays.
What should you wear to visit Florence Cathedral?
Clothing suitable for a place of worship: legs and shoulders covered and no hats. Bulky bags and luggage are not allowed inside.
Can children climb the Leaning Tower of Pisa?
Children under 8 are not allowed up, and anyone under 18 must be with an adult. Tickets are for a fixed time.