2 days in Pisa
About the city
Country: Italy Region: Tuscany
Province: Province of Pisa
Area: 2,448 square
Population: 421,642
💎 Pisa is one of the most famous in Tuscany region of Italy.
Aside from the legendary leaning tower of Pisa, there are many other reasons for visiting this wonderful city!
✔️ Find a fantastic array of beautiful historical buildings and over 20 historical churches.
✔️ Explore some of its world class museums and beautiful scenery along the banks of the River Arno.
✔️ Get a taste of delicious Tuscan dishes at very reasonable prices.
Day 1 evening
Arrival to Pisa
Day 2
1
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II
🏁 The administrative core of the city: this is an amphitheatre-shaped square surrounded by a circular, fully-pedestrian open gallery full of shops.
2
Corso Italia
A renowned street of Pisa.
🛍️ This is a paradise for anyone that loves shopping.
🛍️ This is a paradise for anyone that loves shopping.
3
Santa Maria della Spina
Small church built in the 1200s featuring an ornate gothic facade, many statues & a painted ceiling.
4
Logge dei Banchi
At the beginning of the 17th century, the Logge di Banchi were the place of the wool and silk market, money changers’ stalls and the cereals market.
5
Ponte di Mezzo
6
Lungarno Galileo Galilei
Head to the Lungarno Galilei: the "lungarni" are the roads that run along the Arno river, both in Pisa and in Florence, and are important streets for both residents and visitors alike.
🍴 There are many cafes and restaurants along the river here.
💯 A perfect place to enjoy a nice leisurely stroll and admire the architectural and historical treasures of the city.
🍴 There are many cafes and restaurants along the river here.
💯 A perfect place to enjoy a nice leisurely stroll and admire the architectural and historical treasures of the city.
7
Ponte della Fortezza
🏁 Constructed in 1200. It was situated outside the city walls, as a connection with Florence.
8
Lungarno Mediceo
It's probably the most famous lungarno of Pisa and it got its name because of the Grand Duke residency: the Medici's Palace, which is now the seat of Prefecture.
Check out this historical buildings:
✔️ The Toscanelli building, which is the seat of the Archives of the State now
✔️ The S. Matteo in Soarta church
✔️ The National Museum of San Matteo
Check out this historical buildings:
✔️ The Toscanelli building, which is the seat of the Archives of the State now
✔️ The S. Matteo in Soarta church
✔️ The National Museum of San Matteo
9
Knights' Square
The piazza is home to the prestigious university Scuola Normale di Pisa and to the Clock Palace.
10
Orto e Museo Botanico
🏡 Visit the Orto Botanico or Botanical Garden of Pisa, a destination that brings a bit of nature into this artistic itinerary of Pisa.
Day 3
1
Piazza del Duomo
Standing in a large green expanse, Piazza del Duomo houses a group of monuments known the world over.
These masterpieces of medieval architecture had a great influence on monumental art in Italy
💎 the cathedral,
💎 the baptistry
💎 the campanile (the 'Leaning Tower')
These masterpieces of medieval architecture had a great influence on monumental art in Italy
💎 the cathedral,
💎 the baptistry
💎 the campanile (the 'Leaning Tower')
2
Leaning Tower of Pisa
💎 Stand in front of the Tower of Pisa and be awed of its world-famous lean.
✅ The tower is open for visitors and you can climb to the top - a climb which surely is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Tip: Make sure to buy ticket in advance.
✅ The tower is open for visitors and you can climb to the top - a climb which surely is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Tip: Make sure to buy ticket in advance.
3
Cattedrale di Pisa
🏛️ A wonderful example of Pisan-Romanesque architecture whose white-and-grey marble façade has been decorated with polychrome marble, creating a great first impact.
4
Ancient Walls of Pisa
🏁 Visit the Ancient Walls of Pisa, a celebrated and well-preserved emblem of medieval-era Tuscany.
Walk along its ramparts and enjoy spectacular views of Pisa's houses and the Leaning Tower.
Walk along its ramparts and enjoy spectacular views of Pisa's houses and the Leaning Tower.
5
Sinopie Museum
🏛️ This museum was designed in the 13th century by Giovanni di Simone, the architect that built the Leaning Tower and was established as a shelter for pilgrims.
The Museum is dedicated to sinopie, or fresco preparatory drawings.
The Museum is dedicated to sinopie, or fresco preparatory drawings.
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