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30 things to do in Pisa, where to stay, airport transfers. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Pisa
- Leaning Tower of Pisa — cathedral bell tower in Pisa, Italy (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Piazza del Duomo, Pisa — World Heritage site in Pisa, Italy (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Pisa Cathedral — church in Pisa, Italy (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Pisa Botanic Garden and Museum — botanic garden and museum in Italy (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Santa Maria della Spina — church in Pisa, Italy (visit ≈ 120 min)
- National Museum of San Matteo — The National Museum of San Matteo in Pisa (Museo Nazionale di San Matteo) displays works from historic ecclesiastical buildings in the city and Province of Pisa (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Knights' Square — square in Pisa, Italy (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Santo Stefano dei Cavalieri — church in Pisa (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Santo Sepolcro — church building in Pisa (visit ≈ 30 min)
- San Frediano — church in Pisa (visit ≈ 30 min)
- synagogue of Pisa — building in Pisa, Italy (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Santa Caterina — church in Pisa, Italy (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Santa Cristina — church in Pisa (visit ≈ 30 min)
- San Paolo a Ripa d'Arno — church in Pisa, Italy (visit ≈ 30 min)
- San Zeno — church in Pisa (visit ≈ 120 min)
- San Rossore Park — natural reserve in Tuscany, Italy (visit ≈ 45 min)
- San Michele in Borgo — Roman Catholic church in Pisa, region of Tuscany, Italy (visit ≈ 30 min)
- San Sisto — church in Pisa (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Church of Saint Peter a Grado — church in Pisa (visit ≈ 120 min)
- San Francesco — church in Pisa, Italy (visit ≈ 30 min)
- San Nicola — church in Pisa, Tuscany, Italy (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Santa Chiara — church building in Pisa, Italy (visit ≈ 30 min)
- San Giorgio ai Tedeschi — Italian church (visit ≈ 30 min)
- San Domenico — church in Pisa, Italy (visit ≈ 30 min)
- San Silvestro — church building in Pisa, Italy (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Palazzo Blu — museum in Pisa (visit ≈ 120 min)
- San Michele degli Scalzi — church in Pisa (visit ≈ 30 min)
- San Martino Church — church of Pisa,Toskana, Italien (visit ≈ 30 min)
- San Pietro in Vinculis — church in Pisa (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Santa Apollonia — church (visit ≈ 30 min)
1-day Pisa walking itinerary
Starting point: Piazza dei Miracoli. The top 8 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 4.2 km · 5,690 steps · 55 min on the way): Piazza del Duomo, Pisa → Pisa Cathedral → Leaning Tower of Pisa → Knights' Square → Santo Stefano dei Cavalieri → National Museum of San Matteo → Santa Maria della Spina → Pisa Botanic Garden and Museum
Hidden gems and overlooked spots in Pisa
- Tuttomondo Mural — One of Keith Haring's last major works: a huge, colourful peace-themed mural covering a church wall. (visit ≈ 10 min)
Where to stay in Pisa
- Piazza dei Miracoli: Next to the Leaning Tower; busy by day, calm at night.
- Borgo Stretto / Centre: Arcaded shopping street and market; close to the river and bars.
- Pisa Centrale Station: The most practical spot for the airport and trains to Florence.
Getting from the airport to Pisa
- Pisa Galileo Galilei (PSA): PisaMover ≈ 5 min
Getting around
The centre is small; it’s ≈ 25 min on foot from the station to the Leaning Tower, or take a bus.
Classic places to eat
- Pizzeria Il Montino: An old local favourite for cecina and pizza.
- Osteria dei Cavalieri: Tuscan dishes near Piazza dei Cavalieri.
- Trattoria Sant'Omobono: A simple trattoria serving home cooking by the market square.
- Pasticceria Salza: A historic pastry shop on Borgo Stretto since 1898.
- La Bottega del Gelato: A locals’ favourite gelato shop on Piazza Garibaldi.
Romantic views
- Lungarno (Sunset): Pastel buildings reflected in the Arno.
- Ponte di Mezzo (Evening): The central bridge with views along both banks.
- Santa Maria della Spina (Sunset): A tiny, lace-like Gothic church on the riverbank.
- Leaning Tower (Evening): The lit-up square grows quiet in the evening.
Football stadiums in Pisa
- Arena Garibaldi – Stadio Romeo Anconetani: Home of Pisa SC
Good to know before visiting Pisa
- Fine: Carving or damaging monuments can bring heavy fines and prosecution.
- Fine: Buying counterfeit goods from street sellers can get the buyer fined too.
- Fine: Taking sand, pebbles or shells from beaches is banned, notably in Sardinia.
- Fine: Validate bus and tram tickets as soon as you board; unvalidated tickets are fined.
- Fine: Driving into historic-centre ZTL zones without a permit is caught on camera and fined.
- Warning: Validate paper regional train tickets at the platform machines; digital tickets are time-bound.
- Emergency: 112 (police 113, ambulance 118, fire 115)
- Plugs: C/F/L, 230V
- Tap water: Tap water is safe; in Rome you can refill at the "nasoni" street fountains.
- Tipping: Bills often include a "coperto" cover charge; tipping isn't expected, rounding up is enough.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: Italy, Turismo Roma — Trevi Fountain entry, Wikivoyage — Italy, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Pisa travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Pisa?
- The top 8 places in the centre take about 1 day at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel. Allow 2 days for the top 20 places within walking distance.
- What are the top things to do in Pisa?
- Highlights: Leaning Tower of Pisa, Piazza del Duomo, Pisa, Pisa Cathedral, Pisa Botanic Garden and Museum and Santa Maria della Spina. The map has 30 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Pisa?
- Piazza dei Miracoli: Next to the Leaning Tower; busy by day, calm at night. Other options: Borgo Stretto / Centre and Pisa Centrale Station.
- How do you get from the airport to Pisa city centre?
- Pisa Galileo Galilei (PSA): PisaMover ≈ 5 min
- How do you get around Pisa?
- The centre is small; it’s ≈ 25 min on foot from the station to the Leaning Tower, or take a bus.
- What is the emergency number in Pisa?
- Emergency: 112 (police 113, ambulance 118, fire 115).
- Do you tip in Pisa?
- Bills often include a "coperto" cover charge; tipping isn't expected, rounding up is enough.
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