The Leaning Tower of Pisa: Is it Worth the Visit?

Is the Leaning Tower of Pisa on your bucket list? If not, then it should be especially if you are in the area. From New York City to Milan was the destination. I ultimately was headed to Tuscany but made a pit stop to check out the views in Pisa. I  hopped off my flight in Milan and headed straight to the train station to board my train to Pisa, Italy. I'll never forget pulling up to the train station as a solo female traveler and seeing THIS once I got to Pisa...I love graffiti, but I was not expecting to see it in places that you glamorize from seeing on social media. Welcome to Pisa, Italy!

From the train station, I had to hire a driver to the actual location of the Leaning Tower. It was a short drive from the train station and this was my view upon drop-off:

To see the Leaning Tower of Pisa in real life was surreal. I was amongst other travelers who were sharing the same experience and it felt so beautiful to experience it with people from all over the world!

The sunset upon The Leaning Tower of Pisa gave me a chance to reflect. As a woman who loves exploring unique places, I can’t help but be fascinated by the Leaning Tower of Pisa. This iconic structure, which was built between 1173 and 1372, is known for its unexpected tilt. Standing at 56 meters tall, it showcases stunning Romanesque architecture that’s truly a sight to see.

When I visited, I was amazed by how this tower, with all its quirks, has become such a beloved symbol of Italy. It’s incredible to think about the history and stories it holds. Each year, millions of tourists come here to capture fun photos, pretending to hold it up or lean against it.

For me, the Leaning Tower of Pisa is more than just a tourist spot; it’s a reminder of the creativity and skill of the builders who crafted it. I love how there’s always something new to discover about its history, making it a perfect destination for fellow adventure lovers!

Of course I had to get some obligatory photos while I was out there. Too bad my selfie stick was no help, I could not get my angles right. Tripods only as a solo traveler from now on, for me at least. You'll see swarms of people trying to get the BEST shot while they are out there. People standing on poles, laying in the grass, standing on benches, and some even trying to fly though the air. 

The plaza at the Leaning Tower included beautiful art installations which was my vibe for sure. There was an art museum on site too,  but I unfortunately I had no time to visit as I was headed to Wine Country.

While I was exploring the plaza I ran into a local who wanted to take a picture with me. I did not understand a single word she said as she spoke no English. I got the just that she wanted to take a picture with me and we ended up laughing over our photographer who was taking pictures of us like it was a magazine shoot. This experience brought me so much joy as she was warm, friendly, and welcoming. For this being my first time in Italy, I knew it was going to be a great vacation from there on out! As a solo traveler, facing language barriers is far too common but I try my best to communicate knowing some to little of the language when I travel. 

So is it worth the visit? Absolutely! It a fun spot for tourists to take plenty of photos while basking in Italy's rich history.