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Pisa · Tuscany

Pisa, far beyond the leaning tower

The Tower, the Piazza dei Miracoli, and a lively student city on the Arno. Pisa is smaller than you think - and richer than the photos suggest.

Best time
April-June, September-October
Days needed
2-3 days
Airport
Pisa Galileo Galilei (PSA)
Currency
Euro (Euro)
The city

About Pisa

Pisa is a compact university city on the Arno, best known for one leaning bell tower and far richer than the photos suggest. Its mild Mediterranean climate brings hot summers and cool winters, with April to June and September to October the best windows to visit.

The complete guide

Pisa, chapter by chapter

A full guide to Pisa - history, districts, the lagoon, crafts and practical advice - each chapter on its own page.

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