Pisa City Centre Travel Guide
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Visit Pisa City Centre
Popular places to visit

Leaning Tower
The jewel in Pisa’s crown is this iconic cylindrical bell tower, which has become world-famous because of its bizarre angle.

Piazza dei Miracoli
The Leaning Tower of Pisa makes this walled square the most photographed square in Pisa, but its other grand structures are also worth capturing.

Piazza del Duomo
Visit the historic grassy area known for its rich European medieval art and some of the most remarkable architectural structures in the world.

Cathedral of Pisa
At the heart of Piazza dei Miracoli lies an impressive example of Romanesque architecture, one of the most sacred sites in Italy.

University of Pisa
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Pisa during your travels in Pisa. Visit the stunning cathedral and lively bars in this culturally rich area.

Church of Santa Maria della Spina
In a city of remarkable architecture, this Gothic church on the River Arno is considered to be one of Pisa’s most impressive structures despite its small size.
Things to do

Pisa: Day Excursion from Florence by train

Pisa: Walking Tour with Multilingual Audio Guide and Tour Leader

Pisa: Baptistery and Cathedral Ticket with Audio Guide

Livorno Half Day Shore Excursion: Pisa and the Leaning Tower

From Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Chianti Tour with Lunch & Wine

Leaning Tower of Pisa, Cathedral, Baptistery timed Entry Tickets
Top hotels in Pisa City Centre

Hotel Bologna
Hotel was easy to find and nice. My room was not in the main building but rather in a separate building in a courtyard, as a solo female traveller I was initially a bit unsettled by this as people on the street could have access to my room door. The room itself was small but had everything I ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Grand Hotel Duomo
The rooftop bar is such an incredible view. I was able to invite friends to watch the sunset. The room was incredibly large with a great bathroom. Loved the relaxed breakfast - great choice of food and drinks The airconditioning was not working and so the room temperature was uncomfortably warm when ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Hotel La Pace
Only stayed one night, but this is an easy 15 minutes or so (depending on your pace) from the airport, and just a couple blocks to the train station. Staff was very helpful and made me feel welcome. Room was small and cozy, was perfect for me for a short stay.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Hotel Pisa Tower
The room we had was a little on the small side but we were only there for one night and it was fine. It was very clean. There was a nice quiet garden to sit in. The staff were amazing and were so helpful and accomodating. First time visiting Pisa and hopefully will not be the last will definitely ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Hotel Terminus & Plaza
Great location near the central train station. Clean rooms, good breakfast & friendly staff. I would stay again.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

NH Pisa
Perfect access to train station so that we were able to take a day trip to Lucca.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pisa City Centre

San Francesco
If you're spending some time in San Francesco, Court of Pisa and Borgo Stretto are top sights worth seeing.
