About
Pisa is a city in Tuscany, in western Italy, best known for its Leaning Tower. The tower stands in the city's historic centre, and it is the element most visitors come to see, though the city has more to offer than a single landmark.
Pisa also carries an important medieval maritime past. In the Middle Ages it was a powerful maritime republic, and its influence on the sea and on trade shaped the city that visitors walk through today. Those who enjoy history will find that the old centre rewards a slower pace.
What a visit looks like
- The Leaning Tower and the buildings around it, which make up the main sight of the city.
- The historic centre, a good place to wander on foot between stops.
- The medieval maritime story, which gives the city its character beyond the tower.
Pisa works well as a day trip or as a short stop on a longer journey through Tuscany. Because the city is compact, a visitor can see its main points without rushing, and the wider region is close by for those who want to continue their trip.
Planning your trip
Come with an interest in the tower and in the city's history, and allow time to look beyond the postcard view. If you enjoy Italian towns of medieval origin, Pisa will likely feel worth the visit.
