Pisa, located in the Tuscany region, is undoubtedly one of the most well-known cities in Italy, largely down to its world famous Leaning Tower. Over the years the tower continued to lean until 1990 when major stabilisation works were carried out. Today, the Torre Pendente sits at an incredible 5.5 degrees off the vertical.
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Pisa International Airport is a short drive from the city centre. The airport is serviced with daily flights from destinations across europe including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Newcastle and Edinburgh in the UK. Jet2, Easyjet and Ryanair all operate regular flights to the city.
The PisaMover train service runs every day between Pisa Airport and the city centre and takes a short 5 minutes. A regular bus service also runs across the city. The Hop-On-Hop-Off sightseeing bus is a great way to see the very best of Pisa, though it is a small city and can just as easily be enjoyed on foot.
The Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles) is home to some of the city’s most stunning architecture and we would recommend getting a ticket to go in and explore the building’s artistry at a more intimate level.
The Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and is also the seat of the Archbishop of Pisa.
The Orto Botanico di Pisa, operated by the University of Pisa, is one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world. Situated in the city centre, the gardens contain a wonderful selection of plants and are well worth a visit.
Palazzo dei Cavalieri (Knight’s Square) is Pisa’s second main square, home to some of the city’s most historic and famous pieces of architecture including the Scuola Normale Superiore di Pisa.
The National Museum of Pisa has a stunning collection of art and sculptures, dating back many hundreds of years. The museum sits on the banks of the River Arno.
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