We plan on driving from Venice to Cinque Terre and would like to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa. From reading, I don't think I would choose to spend the night in Pisa but it might be too much to continue all the way to Cinque Terre in one day.<BR><BR>Are there any quiet little towns where we might stay and explore near Pisa?

Lucca!!!!!!

LUCCA - One of the gems of Tuscany!

Lucca sounds good. Any suggestions on hotels?

I concur---Lucca!<BR>Go to www.knowital.com for hotels. The Villa Romantica is good with a car.

Yes! We just got back from Tuscany and stayed in Lucca for two nights. If you want a bargain, I recommend Albergo San Martino which cost us 98 euro a night. Our room was clean and the bathroom was better than that of any of the other 3 star hotel we stayed in.

I agree as well Lucca!if you don't find anything suitable, Monticatini Terme is lovely and 15 minutes from Lucca.<BR>I did the trip Venice to Cinque Terre two years ago, consider Verona as well as an important stop.<BR>Best Regard<BR>Judy