View from a bend in the road across a lawn to three white monumental buildings in the evening. On the left of the picture is a round baptistery, to the right of it, in the centre, a cathedral and next to that a leaning tower © Serenity-H/stock.adobe.com
View from a bend in the road across a lawn to three white monumental buildings in the evening. On the left of the picture is a round baptistery, to the right of it, in the centre, a cathedral and next to that a leaning tower © Serenity-H/stock.adobe.com

Pisa – Gateway to Tuscany

Published: 30 May 2024, 14:30

Pisa is one of the smaller, but at the same time one of the most famous cities in Italy and is particularly famous for its Leaning Tower. The iconic 12th century bell tower is definitely worth a visit. In addition, the university city boasts impressive cathedrals, interesting museums and a picturesque old town. Even though the city is not located directly on the coast, the seaside resort of Marina di Pisa is only a stone’s throw from the centre. The former fishing village enchants visitors with its sandy beaches, modern harbour and beautiful promenade.

Pisa lies in the heart of Tuscany. Florence, Siena, the picturesque countryside with its rolling hills and olive groves and the beautiful coast with its long beaches can be explored on day trips or round trips from Pisa. 

Numbers, data, facts

  • Time difference: none
  • Population: 90.000 
  • Official language: Italian
  • Currency: EUR (Euro)

Ten Pisa highlights

View of a leaning tower from a extensive lawn with a sculpture and a monument. There is a gallery of columns surrounding each floor of the round, high tower © Harald Tedesco/stock.adobe.com
The Leaning Tower of Pisa was built in the 12th century and already began to lean during construction because the foundation stands on unstable ground. © Harald Tedesco/stock.adobe.com
View across an expansive lawn to a cathedral built of white marble, with a leaning tower behind it on the right © Ackeri/stock.adobe.com
Right next to the Leaning Tower is the impressive Pisa Cathedral, the second main attraction. The building dates back to the 11th century. © Ackeri/stock.adobe.com
View of a small square in the centre of Pisa, lined with magnificent old buildings with arcades. A man reading a newspaper sits on a bench in the foreground, while cyclists and the parasols of a café can be seen in the background © ArTo/stock.adobe.com
The city centre is an inviting place with pretty squares, cosy cafés and picturesque alleyways. © ArTo/stock.adobe.com
View of a large square surrounded by historic buildings. Several people can be seen on the square © ArTo/stock.adobe.com
Piazza dei Cavalieri is one of the most beautiful squares in Pisa and was once the political centre of the city. © ArTo/stock.adobe.com
Frontal view of a large, round baptistery made of white marble. People can be seen on the lawn in the foreground and Pisa Cathedral in the background © penofoto.de/stock.adobe.com
The Baptistery of San Giovanni is located next to the Cathedral and the Leaning Tower and is famous for its incredible architecture. © penofoto.de/stock.adobe.com
View of the River Arno in Pisa, which is lined with colourful old buildings that are reflected on the surface of the water in the sunlight. On the left of the picture is a pretty old street lamp © stevanzz/stock.adobe.com
A stroll along the banks of the Arno against the most beautiful backdrop. © stevanzz/stock.adobe.com
View of the colourful mural on the front of a church in Pisa. There is a tree to the left of the church © Bert/stock.adobe.com
“Tuttomondo” (The Whole World), a mural by Keith Haring, was created in 1989 as part of a festival and shows the famous artist’s characteristic figures. © Bert/stock.adobe.com
View of a wide cobblestone path leading to a building decorated with shells and coral. Palm trees and flower beds can be seen on the left, trees and bushes on the right © Guido/stock.adobe.com
The Botanical Garden was founded in the 16th century for medical purposes. Today it is one of the oldest and most beautiful botanical gardens in Europe. © Guido/stock.adobe.com
View into an arcade. The walkway is lined with stone sarcophagi, the open arcade arches can be seen on the left and fragments of frescoes on the right-hand wall © dbrnjhrj/stock.adobe.com
The historic Camposanto Cemetery impresses with its beautiful arcade, medieval frescoes as well as its ancient sculptures and sarcophagi. © dbrnjhrj/stock.adobe.com
Gentle waves break onto a white sandy beach that runs out to the right into a pier, behind the beach are brightly coloured buildings with red roofs © Simona Bottone/stock.adobe.com
A little outside the city centre is Marina di Pisa – the seaside resort with a long beach and a pretty promenade. © Simona Bottone/stock.adobe.com

Interesting places in Tuscany

Tuscany is one of the most popular holiday regions in Italy, and with good reason: in addition to a wealth of cultural treasures in cities such as Florence and Siena, the beautiful countryside and enchanting coastline are perfect for a beach holiday with children. Pisa is a perfect starting point for exploring all that Tuscany has to offer.

Excursions from Pisa

City view from above. In the centre of the picture are arched bridges leading over a wide river. In the centre of the river is the Ponte Vecchio bridge, which is built up with houses © Hanglooser/stock.adobe.com
Florence is not only the capital of Tuscany, but undoubtedly one of the most important cities in Italy when it comes to art, culture and history. © Hanglooser/stock.adobe.com
View from above of an oval square lined with old buildings where market stalls can be seen. There is a tower at the far end and a hilly landscape on the horizon © Efren/stock.adobe.com
The beautiful medieval town of Lucca is just a stone’s throw away from Pisa. It is known for its well-preserved city walls and the central Piazza dell’ Anfiteatro. © Efren/stock.adobe.com
View of a mountain range and partially mined quarries. Conifers can be seen in the foreground © Andrea/stock.adobe.com
The Carrara quarries in the Apuan Alps near Pisa produce the world-famous white Carrara marble. A tour reveals fascinating insights. © Andrea/stock.adobe.com
View of a sweeping landscape with rolling hills and a vineyard in the foreground. In the centre you can see an old house on a hill surrounded by cypress trees. Mountains can be seen in the background © ronnybas/stock.adobe.com
The Tuscan countryside is exceptionally beautiful with its rolling hills, lush vineyards, olive groves and medieval villages. © ronnybas/stock.adobe.com
View of a marina. Several boats can be seen in the bay on the water and the coastal town with its residential houses can be seen in the background © stevanzz/stock.adobe.com
The charming seaside resort of San Vincenzo is located on the Etruscan Riviera and boasts a wide sandy beach and a picturesque promenade. © stevanzz/stock.adobe.com

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Five travel tips for ...

1. With amazing buildings: Piazza dei Miracoli with the Leaning Tower, Cathedral and Baptistery

2. With history: the historically significant Piazza dei Cavalieri

3. With a view: Parco di San Francesco with great views of the Arno

4. With a market: the charming Piazza delle Vettovaglie with its daily market

5. With a playground: the pretty Giardino Scotto on the banks of the Arno with extensive park areas 

1. Not only marvelling at the Leaning Tower from below, but also climbing to the top

2. View the city from the water on a boat trip on the Arno

3. Explore the university city’s lively nightlife

4. Feast your way through Tuscan delicacies

5. Take a detour to the city beach of Marina di Pisa

1. Marvel at medieval works of art in the former Benedictine monastery Museo Nazionale di San Matteo

2. Familiarise yourself with mural painting techniques at the Museo delle Sinopie

3. Discover contemporary art at the Museo di Palazzo Blu

4. Visit numerous galleries and studios in the creative Cittadella Art District

5. View the Tuttomondo mural by Keith Haring on the outside wall of the Sant’Antonio monastery

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