Pisa
Tuscany’s Pearl
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of the most recognized symbols of Italy and a truly special site to visit; but it isn’t Pisa’s only gem.
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This city is absolutely inundated with history, which, alongside its thriving energy and exquisite cuisine, makes it an outstanding destination.
Festivals & Events
- Free classical music concerts: Summers on the steps of the Duomo.
- Gioco del Ponte: Medieval game of tug of war between Pisa’s neighborhoods. Accompanied by a festival. Last Saturday of June.
- Festa di San Ranieri: The festival in honor of Pisa’s patron saint, involving lighting the Arno River in torches on June 16 and a boat race on June 17.
Hotels
Day Tours & Activities
Points Of Interests
- Leaning Tower of Pisa: The famous tower that was originally intended to be the Cathedrals bell tower.
- Baptistery: The Cathedral’s baptistery.
- Duomo: Pisa’s 13th-century cathedral.
- Piazza Vettovaglie: a daily market with the freshest Tuscan food products, from vegetables to olive oil.
- Campo dei Miracoli: Also known as la Piazza del Duomo, this town square houses most of Pisa’s historical attractions, including the Leaning Tower.
- The Duomo Museum: Museum featuring all of the artwork that once inhabited the Campo dei Miracoli’s monuments.
- Camposanto: 13 century cemetery with beautiful frescos.
- National Museum of St. Mathew: Art museum featuring works from the 13th to 16th century.
- Via Borgo Stretto: energy-filled street with great shops.
- Antiques fair: On the Ponte di Mezzo on the second weekend of every month.