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Nestled on the banks of the Arno River, about fifteen kilometres from the Tyrrhenian Sea,\u00a0Pisa<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0remains primarily famous for its Leaning Tower. But to reduce the city to this single bell tower would be to forget that it was one of the four\u00a0Italian<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0Maritime Republics, that it is home to one of the oldest universities in Europe (1343), and that it inspired Galileo, Keith Haring, and Vasari. Its graffiti-covered palaces, its recently reopened city walls, its arcaded alleyways, and its June festivals make it an ideal destination for a cultural weekend\u2026 or a Tuscan interlude of several days between Florence, Lucca, and the coast. In this article, we tell you what to do in Pisa, quite simply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\uddd2\ufe0f Some tips before your trip to Pisa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before we begin our list of things to do in Pisa, here are some tips for your next trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where is Pisa?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pisa occupies western\u00a0Tuscany<\/a><\/strong>, 80 km from Florence, 20 km from the sea and 10 km from Galileo Galilei International Airport. The city stretches along both sides of the Arno River; this river-maritime location fostered its medieval prosperity by facilitating direct access to the Mediterranean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the best time to visit Pisa?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The region enjoys a temperate Mediterranean climate: mild winters (averaging 7\u00b0C in January) and hot summers (30\u00b0C in July). Rainfall is concentrated mainly between October and December. To enjoy pleasant weather with reasonable crowds, opt for\u00a0April-June<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a0mid-September to the end of October<\/strong>; the light is splendid, the queues at the Tower are shorter, and accommodation is cheaper than in the height of summer. July and August promise lively evenings (concerts on the Lungarni), but also heat and peak prices; winter offers a peaceful atmosphere, ideal for a cultural city break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to get to Pisa?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

By plane : <\/em>Galileo Galilei<\/strong> Airport (PSA) is connected to approximately 80 European destinations; the PisaMover<\/strong> , an automated shuttle, connects to the central train station in 5-6 minutes (\u20ac6 one way) from 6:00 AM to midnight.
By train<\/em> : fast connections link Florence (1 hour), Lucca (25 minutes), and Rome (3 hours). By car<\/em> , the A11 connects to Florence, and the A12 runs along the coast towards Genoa; use the San Giusto or Via di Pratale park-and-ride facilities and then take the bus to avoid the ZTL (Limited Traffic Zone).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is Pisa an expensive city?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Travelling here is quite affordable: a coffee costs \u20ac1.50 at the counter, a plate of\u00a0cecina<\/strong>\u00a0(chickpea pancake) \u20ac4-5, and a combined ticket for the Tower and Museums is \u20ac27. Expect to pay\u00a0\u20ac65-80<\/strong>\u00a0for a double room in a B&B,\u00a0\u20ac120-160<\/strong>\u00a0for a 3-4 star hotel in the city centre, and\u00a0\u20ac250+<\/strong>\u00a0for a boutique hotel with a view of the Duomo. Off-season (January, February, and November) prices drop by about 25%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What events should not be missed?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

June<\/strong> is the most festive month :<\/p>\n\n\n\n