Most travelers come to Pisa, take a photo with the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, and leave. But Pisa has centuries of secrets, legends, and hidden corners that most visitors never see. Join me for a small-group walking tour where you’ll discover the real story behind the city - from medieval rivalries and surprising tower facts to quiet streets and beautiful viewpoints locals love.
We’ll start in the breathtaking Piazza dei Miracoli, where I’ll reveal the crazy history of the Leaning Tower and why it nearly collapsed several times. Then we’ll explore beyond the tourist crowds: - Hidden medieval streets most visitors miss -The historic Piazza dei Cavalieri and its fascinating past - Scenic s...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided tour and entrance to the Cathedral Santa Maria Assunta
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza dei Miracoli
In front of the Tourist Information Office in Piazza dei MIracoli (red brick building on one side of the square)
Return
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Most travelers come to Pisa, take a photo with the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, and leave. But Pisa has centuries of secrets, legends, and hidden corners that most visitors never see. Join me for a small-group walking tour where you’ll discover the real story behind the city - from medieval rivalries and surprising tower facts to quiet streets and beautiful viewpoints locals love.
We’ll start in the breathtaking Piazza dei Miracoli, where I’ll reveal the crazy history of the Leaning Tower and why it nearly collapsed several times. Then we’ll explore beyond the tourist crowds: - Hidden medieval streets most visitors miss -The historic Piazza dei Cavalieri and its fascinating past - Scenic s...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided tour and entrance to the Cathedral Santa Maria Assunta
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza dei Miracoli
In front of the Tourist Information Office in Piazza dei MIracoli (red brick building on one side of the square)
Return
Itinerary
1
Piazza dei Miracoli
Introduction to the history of Pisa focusing on the construction of the monuments in the square. Entrance to the cathedral is included.
1 hour
2
Piazza dei Cavalieri
Pisa is a University city. In this square we will focus on the foundation of ine of the most prestigious universities in Europe - the Scuola Normale
10 minutes
3
Piazza delle Vettovaglie
Square the hosts the daily market since the 1400s. Reaching this square we will visit the first university of Pisa, La Sapienza, a medieval tower, and an old bakery shop.
15 minutes
4
Via delle Belle Torri
A medieval street that had beautiful tower house still noticeable in the buildings. Thgere was also a grocery market in the nearby square during the middle ages.
15 minutes
5
Lungarni di Pisa
Along the river Arno area cuts the city into two halves: North and South. And it is enriched by amazing palaces that date from the 1200s to the 1800s.
