Pisa Baptistery (Battistero)
ATTRACTION Keywords:
Cultural Experience,
Holy Place,
Religious Experience,
Chapel,
Church / Cathedral
The wedding cake white marble of the Pisa Baptistery, or Battistero, is one of the stunning collection of buildings on the Piazza dei Miracoli.
The Leaning Tower may be more famous, but the Baptistery captivates visitors with its ornate round shape and mix of architectural styles.
Rounded Romanesque arches make up the ground level, while pointed Gothic shapes take over on the remaining arches and the building’s cupcake dome.
Inside, there’s a beautifully carved pulpit by Nicola Pisano and a huge ornate marble font, used for total-immersion baptisms.
While you’re here, climb the stairs to the gallery for a bird’s-eye view, and discover the building’s remarkable acoustics by whispering sweet nothings beneath the dome.
Latest Reviews
Review by tamara.gazzard, October 2012
Doing what: Pisa Segway Tour
The Pisa segway tour was so much fun. Our guide, Giuseppe, was very friendly and had a great sense of humour. He took us to see a lot of Pisa that we wouldn't have otherwise seen. The segways were great fun, so easy to use.
Review by Tomi K, October 2012
Doing what: Pisa City Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Very informative ! A constant stream of
Information,music and sound effects!
Entertaining and lots of history. The crew
on board were very helpful.
Review by TANIA B, Australia, September 2012
Doing what: Pisa City Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Exhilarating - especially the leaning tower, I could have spent all day there hopping on/off.
Practicall Info
The Baptistery stands behind the cathedral and Leaning Tower on the Piazza dei Miracoli, around 1.5 km (1 mile) north of the train station, over the River Arno.
Take a stroll through the medieval center of town to get here, or jump on a bus at the station.
