Beneath a Tuscan sky so fair, Where Arno's waters gently glide, In Florence's embrace, I stand, As moonrise paints the world outside. The river's whispers softly sing, A lullaby to the ancient town, While Luna's glow begins to rise, Her silvery gown of light, renown. In Florence's heart, a timeless dance, Between the river and the moon, A symphony of dreams takes flight, As night unveils its quiet tune. With every shimmer, every gleam, A masterpiece of night is born, In Florence, by the Arno's side, Moonrise, a love story adorned.

Stunning piece of history right there, right at the bottom near the river, you couldn’t actually enter the tower from the bottom, doesn’t seem you can do this anymore and it just sits there for the eye only. Very close to other attractions in the area like Fontane delle rampe del Poggi and Piazzale Michelangelo History - The tower and its gate were elaborated in the designs of Arnolfo di Cambio for circumferential walls around Florence. These walls were, in the main, destroyed in the 19th century as a project of urban renewal, Risanamento, in part led by Giuseppe Poggi. This tower was spared, in part because of its panoramic view of the city. There are 160 steps to the summit

Porta San Niccolò is a historic gate and is part of the medieval city walls that once protected the city. Currently, the gate is covered with netted scaffolding as it undergoes renovation.

Fantastic climb with different perspective on Firenze

You can't get to the top at the moment l, but you can enjoy a walk nearby.

From porta straight up to the top of San Michael Angelo plaza. It's a dream come true

July 2022 Nice tower inside the piazza. Can be visited for €6. However, it was closed when we were there. Near by, there are a few nice attractions within 5 min walk.

It’s near the Piazzale Michelangelo so you can visit it during your time to visit piazzale, there are lots of towers like this but it’s important because there is an under way between this and next one

Crossing the Arno River you have a nice walk along the River to the Porta San Niccolò, belonging to the old city walls. From here you have a nice view over the city if the tower is open. Alternatively you walk up to Piazzale Michelangelo for the view.

The Tower of San Niccolò, once part of a gate or porta in the former defensive walls of Florence, is now located, isolated in piazza Giuseppe Poggi, in the district of Oltrarno, Florence, region of Tuscany, Italy.

Renaissance Architecture from the XVI century. Just beside the tower a beautiful fountain and park. Good for stroll with dog and family. Amazing ambience to spend free time. Just upwards the Giardino di Bobolli. I highly recommend Florence, it is an open wide museum the entire city itself. History and art in every single corner .

This is a really cool looking tower. I discovered it on my way up to Piazzale Michaelangelo and wish I could have explored it more. There was a sign that said they offered tours, there just wasn't any when I was here. Around it though is a gorgeous garden and some water falls and great views.

Impressive Tower, sadly under renovation at the moment

Can’t wait to get a chance to go to the top now that it is open to the public.

The Tower of San Niccolò, once part of a gate or porta in the former defensive walls of Florence, is now located, isolated in piazza Giuseppe Poggi, in the district of Oltrarno, Florence, region of Tuscany, Italy. The portal was first erected in 1324. The tower and its gate were elaborated in the designs of Arnolfo di Cambio for circumferential walls around Florence. These walls were, in the main, destroyed in the 19th century as a project of urban renewal, Risanamento, in part led by Giuseppe Poggi. This tower was spared, in part because of its panoramic view of the city. There are 160 steps to the summit.

Beautiful renaissance period tower gate. With the fountain on its back. N also on they way up to Michelangelo square.

Great tour from the guide and the "climb" is rewarded with an awesome view over the city, definitely worth the price!