Carrara Marble Quarries and Pisa Shore Excursion From Livorno

• Shore Excursions From Livorno

Discover the Fantastic Carrara Marble Quarries and stop to see the famous Leaning Tower

An unforgettable Tour Experience from Livorno Cruise Port

From the Cruise Port of Livorno directly in the Apuan Alps

Our driver will pick-up you and your group directly from from your cruise port (we have pass to reach the cruises inside the port) with our comfortable Minivan to reach the mountain region of Apuan Alps, where the Quarries of Marble of Carrara are located.

The Marble of Carrara

The famous Marble of Carrara, well known all over the world, has been quarried since Roman times, both for artistic and building usage, and has been the favorite marble of many notorious sculptors, including Michelangelo, that used the Carrara Marble to create the famous David and other masterpieces.

In current times,  many people are using the Carrara Marble to add a touch of luxury to their home kitchens and bathrooms.

Inside the Marble Quarries of Carrara (Cave di Marmo)

We must remember that Marble Quarries are active working places, so you can’t visit them on your own but you can only visit these marvellous places with our authorized partner.

You will enjoy the charm of exclusive places otherwise inaccessible for visitors on their own.

A expert tour guide will explain you the history of the quarries, ancient and modern excavation methods and the differences between different types of marbles form different mines.

Incredible Scenery over Marble Quarries and over all the Tuscany

You will get to enjoy a breathtaking scenery. The incredible view goes from the alps to the sea coast, all over the Tuscany. From this high point of view you will see the trucks and bulldozers at work, extracting massive blocks of marble.

You will be enchanted by the landscape, where the white and bright color of the marble contrast the dark colors of the mountains.

Maybe you don’t know that some James Bond’s ‘Quantum Solace’ scenes have been shot in these quarries, in these stunning and lunar landscapes.

If you would like to get some souvenirs, on the road to quarries there are few marble shops where everthing is made of white marble at incredibly cheap prices.

Pisa – The Icon of Tuscany

Pisa is a unique destination, due to its famous monument, the Leaning Tower. Here you’ll explore the monumental Piazza dei Miracoli, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its striking white-marble architecture.

Enjoy free time to admire:

• The Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of the most recognized landmarks in the world

• The elegant Cathedral 

• The Baptistery, the largest in Italy

• The Camposanto Monumentale

You’ll have the chance to take the classic “holding up the tower” photo and stroll through the historic square at your own pace.

Optional tickets for the Leaning Tower can be arranged — ideal for guests who want to climb the Tower for panoramic views.

*The visit takes around 40 minutes and there are around 250 steps. There is no elevator. Children under 8 years old are not allowed to climb the tower.
The visit is not recommended for people with cardiovascular and muscular disorders.

We’ll give some free time for lunch and our driver can suggest a good restaurant.

After your quarry experience and visiting Pisa, relax as you return to Livorno. We’ll drop you off to the port in plenty of time for your ship’s departure.

We also offer other private tours from Livorno:

If you are interested in art and history, maybe the Pisa and Florence tour can work for you. Or if you are a wine lover, we suggest the Chianti tour.

Otherwise, our most requested tour is Cinque Terre private tour.

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