Travel Guide Pisa
This Italian destination, located in the beautiful Tuscany, immediately evokes its leaning tower. But this tour guide will show you that there is much more to the city than just this emblem. The Tower of Pisa, made of white marble, was completed in 1372 and has been leaning ever since. It is 56 meters high and is the campanile of the cathedral of Pisa, made of white and black marble, in the Piazza dei Miracoli, the court of miracles. This square is also known for a baptistery with unique acoustics that amateur singers test every day and a cloistered cemetery with remarkable frescoes(Camposante Monumentale). Pisa is rich in museums and Renaissance buildings. This student city is very lively, day and night and in all seasons. On one of the facades of the church of Sant'Antonio Abate, you can see the famous mural painting Tuttomondo created in 1989 by the American artist Keith Haring on the theme of world peace. On the outskirts of the city you can walk through the Migliarino-San Rossore-Massaciuccoli natural park, 24,000 hectares along the coast with its lake, the Massaciuccoli marsh, the remains of the ancient Pisan forest that covered the area from La Spezia to Livorno and its 250 species of birds. From Pisa you can easily reach Florence for the day.
What to visit Pisa?
When to go to Pisa?
When to go to Pisa? The best time to visit Tuscany is in spring and late summer: the most pleasant months are April, May, June and September. Autumn is quite rainy and, in winter, it is not uncommon for it to snow, which, in cities like Pisa or Florence, is likely to cause some inconvenience, such as flights and trains delayed or cancelled.... The full summer, especially inland, is not recommended for people who have difficulty withstanding the (very) high heat.
Weather at the moment
Pisa enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot and dry summers and mild winters. The weather varies according to where you are: in the interior and north of Tuscany, it can be very hot in summer (Florence is one of the hottest cities in Italy) and, on the other hand, quite cold in winter (it is not unusual for snow to fall). Pisa being located on the coast enjoys a slightly more moderate climate.
Italy is in the euro zone. In Pisa, the cost of living is, at equal quality, almost identical to that of France. According to a long tradition in Italy, sitting at the table is a first reason for facturation : in general, €2 per "cutlery and bread" (pane e coperto) and per person. Menus displayed outside usually mention it. It is not customary to leave a tip.
For citizens of the European Union, an identity card is sufficient to enter Italian territory and stay in Tuscany, and particularly in Pisa, for less than three months. Beyond three months, the Questura (prefecture) must obtain the permesso di soggiorno (residence permit), which will be valid for a period of five years.
Little risk of particular contamination or lack of emergency aid. Rescue is very well organized and the mobile phone works well everywhere, which allows a quick intervention in case of problems. No special vaccinations are required to travel to Pisa. However, check that you are up to date with your vaccinations. Tap water is drinkable everywhere in Tuscany.
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How to go to Pisa? Our advice & tips
Tour operators specialising in stays in Tuscany produce their own trips and are generally very good advisors because they know the region inside out. It should be noted that their rates are often slightly higher than those of general practitioners. Tuscany tours often combine hiking and cultural excursions.
Discover our selection of travel agencies for this destinationThere are many direct flights to Florence and Pisa. It is easy to get there cheaply, especially since the boom of low-cost airlines.... It should be noted that the price variation depends on the company borrowed, but also on the holiday period chosen: if you have the possibility, go out of season and out of school holidays, the prices of flights and hotels will drop as if by magic!
The most convenient way to travel is by car. Along the Ligurian coast, you can drive through Versilia, towards Pisa and Lucca, and then approach Florence. Continue through Arezzo and Siena, before descending to the Maremma to the Etruscan cities, and then drive up the coast, taking in the islands.
