Passport to Italy

Pisa

What can you visit?

   • Leaning Tower of Pisa: the city’s most famous landmark, an architectural marvel with its iconic tilt. You can climb to the top for a breathtaking view of the city.

   • Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles): a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to Pisa’s most important monuments, including the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, the Baptistery, and the Camposanto Monumentale (Monumental Cemetery).

   •  Baptistery of St. John: the largest baptistery in Italy, known for its incredible acoustics and unique blend of Romanesque and Gothic architecture.

   • Pisa Cathedral: a masterpiece of medieval architecture with stunning mosaics, intricate marble work, and an impressive pulpit by Giovanni Pisano.

   • Camposanto Monumentale: a historic cemetery with fascinating frescoes and ancient Roman sarcophagi.

   • Borgo Stretto: a charming medieval street lined with elegant shops, cafés, and local markets where you can experience authentic Pisan life.

   • Palazzo della Carovana: a striking Renaissance palace in the Knights’ Square (Piazza dei Cavalieri), once the headquarters of the Knights of St. Stephen.

   • Lungarni of Pisa: the picturesque riverside promenades along the Arno River, perfect for a scenic walk and enjoying the city’s atmosphere.
 
   • Local Cuisine: try traditional dishes like Cecina (a chickpea flatbread), Pappa al Pomodoro (a Tuscan tomato and bread soup), and, of course, enjoy a glass of local Tuscan wine.