Pisa: a tour to discover the most hated city in Tuscany

Pisa: a tour to discover the most hated city in Tuscany

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About This Tour in Pisa

A private walking tour, in Italian or Russian, through the historic center to learn about the history, legends and funny stories of the city of Pisa. You will learn how Pisa was a despotic maritime republic and why Pisa was hated by all the cities of Tuscany. The tour starts from the Piazza dei Miracoli I will tell you about the Baptistery and its two-colored roof. We will look for unusual columns and strange signs on the facade of the Duomo. Then we will visit the interior with its works of art and the chandelier used by Galileo. In front of the Leaning Tower I will tell you how it leaned and how it was saved. We will admire the Piazza dei Cavalieri, a legacy of the Medici family, today home to the Scuola Normale Superiore. I will show you Galileo's house and tell you its story. We will pass by Piazza delle Vettovaglie, a destination for an aperitif or a dinner with Pisan cuisine. For the sweet tooth, here you can taste the Torta coi Bischeri. We end up on the Ponte di Mezzo where we admire the Lungarno Pisano.

Why Visit Pisa?

Pisa, Italy offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Pisa provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Pisa

You can reach Pisa, Italy by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city is well-connected by public transportation, including trains, buses, and metro systems. Taxis and rideshare services are also readily available. Train connections from major European cities make Pisa easily accessible by rail as well.

What's Included

  • Local private guide qualified in Italian or Russian

What's Not Included

  • Ticket and climb to the Leaning Tower
  • Entrance to the Baptistery (optional with additional cost for entrance tickets to be purchased on site)
  • Entrance to the Monumental Cemetery

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Let's start the tour with some notes on the history of the Piazza dei Miracoli

We meet under the arch of Porta Nuova

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Let's start the tour with some notes on the history of the Piazza dei Miracoli 1 hour

Let's start the tour with some notes on the history of the Piazza dei Miracoli. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it consists of a large expanse of lawn on which stand the 4 masterpieces of medieval monumental art celebrated throughout the world: the famous Bell Tower or Leaning Tower, the Camposanto, the Baptistery and the Duomo.

The second most famous square in the city 20 minutes

The second most famous square in the city. In ancient times it represented the center of civil power, while from the second half of the sixteenth century it became the headquarters of the Order of the Knights of Santo Stefano, commissioned by Grand Duke Cosimo I de' Medici. Today it is a pole of cultural attraction and study due to the presence of the headquarters of the Scuola Normale Superiore.

The true historic center of Pisa, in the... 20 minutes

The true historic center of Pisa, in the fourteenth century the rich Pisan merchants began to build their lodges here, opening shops and taverns that served the population. Today very popular with Pisan students in the evening hours.

Ancient market square, renovated by the Medici to... 20 minutes

Ancient market square, renovated by the Medici to a Renaissance cloister, today it houses bars and restaurants ideal for an aperitif or dinner with typical Pisan cuisine. For the sweet tooth, here you can also taste the Torta coni Bischeri, a typical Pisan dessert

The main bridge over the Arno, much loved... 20 minutes

The main bridge over the Arno, much loved by Pisans, from here you can enjoy a beautiful view of the Lungarni.

Frequently Asked Questions

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