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Travelling to Pisa
Stretching on the banks of the River Arno and known worldwide for its iconic Leaning Tower, Pisa charms visitors with its artistic soul, picturesque alleyways and medieval atmosphere.
Once a mighty nautical State of Italy, equal to Genoa and Venice in commercial activity in the Middle Ages, the city reflects its former grandeur in the monuments of the magnificent Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles).
At the same time, Pisa is a vibrant student city brimming with youthful vitality and boasting one of the best and oldest universities in the world. Galileo was a student at the Medical School of this very university before he stated his revolutionary theory on the solar system.
Walk along the river up to the twin squares, Piazza Garibaldi and Piazza XX Settembre, opposite the beautiful Ponte di Mezzo bridge. At that point, the great pedestrian area, Borgo Stretto, starts from one bank, and Corso Italia from the other bank, where the heart of Pisa beats. In the picturesque streets of the area, medieval buildings house chic boutiques, cafés, trattorias and cool hangouts.
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Things to do in Pisa
Stroll around the historic Piazza del Duomo (Cathedral Square), UNESCO World Heritage Site and named after the Cathedral in its centre. Admire this incredible work of art, dating back to the 11th century, with its amazing mosaics and impressive ceiling. Close by you will find the cylindrical Baptistery (Battistero). Admire its austere elegance and the octagonal font where Galileo was baptised. Walk over to the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, emblem of the city and one of the most famous monuments in the world. Climb to the top for a wonderful panoramic view of the city.
Visit the Camposanto cemetery, whose white marble walls flank the northern boundary of the square. According to the legend, it was constructed with soil brought by Crusaders from Calvary to create the final resting place of eminent Pisans.
Visit the Museo Nazionale di San Matteo (National Museum of San Matteo) to see the amazing collection of medieval masterpieces from the 12th-14th century, by artists such as Lippo Memmi, Fabriano and Ghirlandaio.
Walk through the city alleys and pass through the Piazza dei Cavalieri (Knights’ Square), the political centre in medieval times, with its historic buildings. Stop to admire the Scuola Normale, one of the most famous universities in the world with its elaborate baroque façade, and the church of Saint Stephen, designed by Vasari in the 16th century.
Stroll along the banks of the Arno to get to the twin squares, Piazza Garibaldi and Piazza XX Settembre, located on both sides of Ponte di Mezzo bridge.
Wander with the locals through Borgo Stretto and Corso Italia streets with their beautiful shops and many restaurants.
Day trips from Pisa
Just 20 km from Pisa, highly picturesque Lucca is well worth a visit. The “City of 101 Churches” and birthplace of Giacomo Puccini will be sure to impress you with its renaissance walls and lovely oval square.
Explore historic Pistoia, 50 km from Pisa, a typical medieval town with amazing churches and palaces.
Shopping in Pisa
On the south side of Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles) you will find souvenir stalls lined up, where you can buy Leaning Tower miniatures and other city memorabilia.
The area of Tuscany that includes the provinces of Pisa, Pistoia and Prato is called ‘’Chocolate Valley’’ because of the excellent quality handmade chocolate produced in the area, with traditional methods, by local chocolate factories. Visit the ‘’chocolate temples’’ in Pisa, which have received international awards and prizes, and taste excellent pralines and truffles.
If you are visiting Lucca, make a stop at the small shops nestling under the arches around Piazza Anfiteatro where you can buy souvenirs and silk items too. You will also find modern boutiques with well-known Italian brands on Via Fillungo, Lucca’s main shopping street.
Food in Pisa
The fertile land of the Pisa countryside provides excellent raw materials that transform Tuscan gastronomy into high art. Try the San Miniato artichokes, considered one of the world’s tastiest artichoke varieties, the local Tosca potatoes, excellent quality meat from Pisano cows, cold cuts such as pork pate and rigatino cured bacon and, an absolute must, the famous local pecorino cheese made from exceptional ewe’s milk from the area.
Meet king Tartufo bianco, the rare white truffle that grows in the forest hills around Pisa. You can taste its special flavour in selected trattorias.
Remember you are on one of the most important Italian Wine Roads, home to the exceptional vineyards of Tuscany. Accompany Italian favourites such as pasta fresca, home-made lasagne and cannelloni, penne all'arrabbiata, with the famous PDO red and white wines and finish your meal with a Ricciarello (chewy almond cookie) and a glass of sweet Vin Santo.
For city nightlife, follow the students to their famous hangouts around the Borgo Stretto and Piazza delle Vettovaglie. Here you will find quiet cafés, wine bars and pubs as well as night clubs with heavy beats near Ponte di Mezzo bridge.
Transport from the airport to Pisa
Take the Pisa Mover bus connecting the airport to Pisa Centrale Station in only 8 minutes, departing daily every 10 minutes.
Taxis are also a good choice that is not at all expensive since the journey is short (just 1 km).
If you visit Pisa in the summer, don’t miss the spectacular Luminara festival, during which the city lights are turned out and thousands of candles illuminate the calm waters of the River Arno. Book a flight to Pisa with Olympic Air and discover the charm of medieval Italy in one of the most atmospheric corners of Tuscany.