Pisa 7 Day Itinerary

7-Day Itinerary: Pisa Beyond the Leaning Tower

This itinerary goes beyond the iconic Leaning Tower, exploring the hidden gems and rich history of Pisa beyond its famous tilt.

Day 1:

  • Morning: Arrive in Pisa (PSA). Check into your hotel in the historic center, like Hotel Roma or Grand Hotelquale.

  • Afternoon: Wander through the charming Piazza dei Miracoli, marveling at the Leaning Tower, the Baptistery, the Duomo (Cathedral), and the Camposanto.

  • Things to know:

    • The Leaning Tower is a separate monument from the cathedral, so you’ll have plenty of time for both!
    • Leaning Tower of Pisa: You’ll likely want to climb to the top for iconic views (book tickets in advance!).
    • Duomo di Pisa: Explore the stunning architecture and intricate artwork inside this magnificent cathedral.

  • Where to eat: Trattoria da Pippo for traditional Tuscan fare in a cozy setting.

Day 2:

  • Morning: Visit the Museo di Palazzo Reale, home to a collection of medieval and Renaissance art.

  • Afternoon: Stroll along the Arno River, enjoy a gelato from a local shop, and soak up the atmosphere of the Piazza dei Cavalieri and its surrounding historical buildings.

  • Things to do:

    • Take a cooking class focusing on Tuscan cuisine at a place like “La Bottega del Buon Caffè” or “Cooking with Flavio”.
    • Enjoy a boat tour along the Arno River for beautiful views of the city and its architecture.

Day 3:

  • Morning: Explore the leaning tower in detail. Consider booking a time to climb the stairs and enjoy panoramic views from the top.

  • Afternoon: Visit the Leaning Tower Museum, located inside the Palazzo della Sapienza, for insights into its history and construction.

  • Things to do:

    • Immerse yourself in the history of Pisa’s iconic landmark.
    • Learn about the city’s architectural evolution and the significance of the tower as part of the Leaning Tower and Piazza complex.

Day 4:

  • Morning: Day trip to nearby Florence. Explore the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Uffizi Gallery.

  • Afternoon: Enjoy a leisurely walk through the Boboli Gardens, a beautiful example of Renaissance gardens.

Things to do:

* Immerse yourself in the history and art of Florence,
*  Enjoy the iconic architecture and sights of Florence, such as the Ponte Vecchio bridge and the Uffizi Gallery.

Day 5:

  • Morning: Visit the Palazzo della Normale, a grand building in the Piazza dei Miracoli complex that houses the University of Pisa’s main building. Explore the University of Pisa’s campus for its historical and architectural significance.
  • Afternoon: Immerse yourself in the world of Renaissance art and architecture at the Museo di Architettura.

Day 6:

  • Day trip to Lucca. Explore the medieval city walls, wander through the historic center, and visit the iconic Piazza dell’Anfiteatro.

  • Things to do:

    • Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the Piazza dei Miracoli, taking in the beauty of the Leaning Tower, the Duomo, and the surrounding historic buildings.

Day 7:

  • Relax and enjoy the city’s vibrant atmosphere. Visit the Piazza dei Cavalieri for its stunning architecture.

  • Enjoy a final gelato by the Arno River while watching the sunset or explore the nearby Lucca.

  • Things to do: Enjoy a day trip to Lucca, a charming city with beautiful Renaissance-era buildings and a rich history.

Where to stay:

  • Budget: Hostel Pisa, Hotel Garibaldi
  • Mid-range: Hotel Granduca, B&B La Piazza

Food:

  • Breakfast: Enjoy a traditional Italian breakfast at a local cafe like La Buca di Sant’Antonio or Pasticceria Bocci.

  • Lunch/Dinner:

    • For seafood lovers: Consider a cooking class focusing on Tuscan seafood dishes.
    • For the history buff: Try a restaurant within walking distance of the Leaning Tower, such as I Cinque Sensi for a modern take on local cuisine.

Things to see and do in Pisa:

  • The Leaning Tower of Pisa (Torre di Pisa): Climb this iconic landmark and marvel at the engineering feat that is its lean.

  • The Baptistery (Battistero di San Giovanni): Admire the beautiful acoustics of the baptistery, which was designed to be a perfect acoustic chamber.

  • The Duomo (Cattedrale di Pisa): Explore the Piazza dei Miracoli, home to the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Baptistery.

  • Piazza dei Miracoli:

    • Witness the beauty of the Leaning Tower of Pisa’s lean from the inside.

  • The Cathedral of Pisa (Duomo di Pisa): Marvel at the stunning architecture and intricate details of this masterpiece.

Things to do:

  • Visit the Piazza del Duomo: This historical square is a must-see, featuring the Leaning Tower, the Cathedral, and the Campo Santo.

  • Explore the Camposanto:

    • Admire the unique architecture and history of the Duomo, the Baptistery, and the monumental cemetery in its shadow.

  • The Cathedral’s beauty:

Things to do with the following recommendations:

  • Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa:

  • Day trip from the city:

  • Explore other parts of the region:

Beyond the highlights:

  • Art and Architecture:

    • Museo di Palazzo Reale:

  • Art and History:

  • Things to do:

    • Visit the Camposanto:

    • Discover the hidden gems:

    • Explore the historical significance:

Things to do for different interests:

  • History Buff:

    • Explore the city’s historic center:

    • Climb the Leaning Tower:

    • Visit the Baptistery:

  • Foodies:

  • Art lovers:

    • Take a tour of the Medici Chapels:

  • Adventurers:

  • Families:

    • Explore the Piazza dei Miracoli:

  • For the adventurous:

    • Go for a walk:

      • Climb the Leaning Tower:

  • Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere:

  • Discover the beauty of the city’s architecture:

  • Visit the Duomo and the Camposanto:

  • Explore the historical significance of the Arno River and the city of Pisa:

Things to do:

  • Museo di San Matteo:

  • Climb the Leaning Tower of Pisa:

  • Leaning Tower of Pisa tours:

  • Take a day trip from Lucca:

  • Enjoy the beauty of the Cathedral:

    • Explore the historical sites around the city:

Things to do for those interested in the history:

  • Take a stroll: Enjoy a leisurely walk along the Arno River and explore the leaning tower’s unique architecture.

  • Enjoy the beauty of the Leaning Tower:

    • Visit the Piazza dei Miracoli:

  • Explore the city:

  • For Foodies:

  • Spend a day: Enjoy a leisurely walk along the Medici Villas, and visit the Campo Santo for a delicious meal and a glass of wine.

  • Enjoy a cooking class:

    • Visit the Piazza del Duomo in Pisa:

  • Leaning Tower of Pisa:

    • Take a trip to the leaning tower:
    • Explore the historical:

  • The Medici Chapels:

    • Experience the beauty:

For a unique experience, take a day trip from Pisa:

  • Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa:

  • Enjoy the charm:

  • Explore the Tuscan:

Things to note:

  • Book your tickets for the Leaning Tower in advance, especially during peak season.
  • Wear comfortable shoes: The leaning tower is a long climb and you’ll be grateful for good footwear.
  • Bring a bottle of water: It can get hot and tiring climbing the stairs, so stay hydrated!

Things to do:

  • Enjoy the views: Enjoy the experience of climbing the Leaning Tower and taking in the breathtaking views of the city.

  • Experience history:

  • Explore the historic district:

  • Beyond the tower:

    • Bring a camera:

  • Capture the beauty:

  • For architecture enthusiasts:

  • Respect the history:

  • Enjoy the Leaning Tower’s charm:

  • Families:

  • Visit the leaning:

  • Enjoy the views

  • The Leaning Tower of Pisa, a masterpiece of medieval engineering, is a fascinating example of architectural ingenuity.

  • The Leaning Tower is located in the Piazza di Miracoli, which means “Square of Miracles” in Italian.

  • Respect the city’s history:

  • Explore the historical district:

  • Experience the Leaning Tower:

  • Families:

    • The architecture and history of Pisa are fascinating, but you can also find a lot of Tuscany’s history preserved in the beautiful art and architecture of the city.

  • Enjoy the beautiful surroundings:

    • Enjoy the beauty of the Leomeric Gardens:

  • Museums and churches:

    • The leaning tower is a fascinating example of the rich history of this region.

  • Climb the tower:

  • Visit the Campo dei Miracoli:

  • Enjoy the experience:

    • The lean is a testament to the engineering prowess of the era.
    • Bring your camera!

  • Art and Architecture:

    • The Piazza di Miracoli, with its leaning tower, the Cathedral of Pisa, and the monumental architecture of the Piazza are a must-see for tourists.

  • Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa:

    • Enjoy the history and architecture:

    • Climb the tower.

  • Explore the city:

    • Find the beauty in everyday places:

    • Visit the leaning tower, a marvel of medieval engineering.

    • Bring your camera, as you’ll be surrounded by stunning examples of medieval architecture.

  • Enjoy the views from the Piazza of the Duomo:

Beyond the leaning: Explore the Medici Chapel:

  • Tour the Leaning Tower and surrounding buildings:

  • Explore the historic center:

    • Take a walk:

  • Visit the tower:

  • The Leaning Tower of Pisa, a landmark with a fascinating history.

  • Book a tour:

  • Experience the beauty of the city:

For Families:

  • Spend the day exploring the architecture and enjoying the beautiful surroundings:
    • The Leaning Tower is a marvel of medieval engineering, but the experience of visiting the leaning tower with your family.

Things to do in Pisa:

  • Explore the city’s history:

    • Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa,

  • Climb the Leaning Tower:

  • Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Baptistery on a guided tour,

  • Guided tours:

  • Museums and Galleries:

  • Climb the tower to see its incredible view.

  • Enjoy the beauty of the architecture of the Medici Gardens.

  • The Leaning Tower of Pisa, with its iconic lean, is located in a beautiful park setting.

Family-friendly attractions:

  • Climbing the Leaning Tower: This activity allows you to climb the Leaning Tower of Pisa,

  • Visit the Field of Miracles:

  • Climb the tower.

  • Explore the leaning tower,

  • Enjoy the beauty of the tower and the surrounding complex:

  • The Leaning Tower is a popular tourist attraction, but it’s important to note that visitors need to purchase tickets in advance.

  • Experience the history of the Piazza:

  • Visit the Medici Family:

  • Explore the architecture:

  • Climb the tower, you can explore the history of the Tuscan region and the city of Pisa itself.

Beyond the “lean”:

  • The Baptistery: This is a historical structure that’s worth a visit, even if you’re not interested in climbing it.

  • The Leaning Tower of Pisa,

  • The Leaning Tower of Pisa:

  • Take a walk:

  • The Leaning Tower is a marvel of engineering and a testament to the ingenuity of the architects and engineers who built it.

  • The Duomo’s beauty:

  • Explore the history of the Medici family:

  • Visit the Leaning Tower:

  • A unique experience:

  • Historical significance:

  • Families: Enjoy the views of the Arno River and the surrounding historic city.

  • Book tickets in advance:

  • The Leaning Tower of Pisa,

  • Beyond the “tourist” attractions:

  • The Leaning Tower’s history:

    • Explore the Medici:

  • For tourists:

  • The Leaning Tower of Pisa, but it’s important to remember that the experience of visiting the tower is unique and a must-see.

This is just a starting point, of course! You can expand on this to include more specific information about:

  • The history of the Medici Family

  • Leaning Tower of Pisa

  • The Leaning Tower:

    • Explore the leaning tower, and the architecture of the Duomo.
    • Visit the historic center:

The beauty of the Leaning Tower:

  • The Arno River and its surroundings, you’ll be surrounded by breathtaking examples of Renaissance and medieval architecture.

  • Book a ticket to climb the Leaning Tower:

A unique experience for the whole family:

  • The history of the tower, from the Piazza di Miracoli.

  • Enjoy the beauty of the surroundings:

  • Climb the leaning tower:

  • The Arno River’s beautiful scenery:

  • Visit the Leaning Tower:

Family-friendly activities:

  • Exploring the Baptistery: Climb the stairs and explore the history of the structure.
  • Arno River’s beauty: Enjoy the history of the city,

Enjoy the history of the city’s stunning architecture:

  • Experience the architectural marvels of this period.

This is a fun way to showcase the “leaning tower” as a symbol of Pisa and its unique charm, while also highlighting the variety of attractions available for visitors.