Pisa: a tour to discover the most hated city in Tuscany
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
A private walking tour, in Italian or Russian, through the historic center to learn about the history, legends and funny stories of the city of Pisa.
You will learn how Pisa was a despotic maritime republic and why Pisa was hated by all the cities of Tuscany.
The tour starts from the Piazza dei Miracoli
I will tell you about the Baptistery and its two-colored roof.
We will look for unusual columns and strange signs on the facade of the Duomo. Then we will visit the interior with its works of art and the chandelier used by Galileo.
In front of the Leaning Tower I will tell you how it leaned and how it was saved.
We will admire the Piazza dei Cavalieri, a legacy of the Medici family, today home to the Scuola Normale Superiore.
I will show you Galileo's house and tell you its story.
We will pass by Piazza delle Vettovaglie, a destination for an aperitif or a dinner with Pisan cuisine.
For the sweet tooth, here you can taste the Torta coi Bischeri.
We end up on the Ponte di Mezzo where we admire the Lungarno Pisano.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Piazza dei Miracoli
Let's start the tour with some notes on the history of the Piazza dei Miracoli. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it consists of a large expanse of lawn on which stand the 4 masterpieces of medieval monumental art celebrated throughout the world: the famous Bell Tower or Leaning Tower, the Camposanto, the Baptistery and the Duomo.
Piazza dei Cavalieri
The second most famous square in the city. In ancient times it represented the center of civil power, while from the second half of the sixteenth century it became the headquarters of the Order of the Knights of Santo Stefano, commissioned by Grand Duke Cosimo I de' Medici. Today it is a pole of cultural attraction and study due to the presence of the headquarters of the Scuola Normale Superiore.
Options
Private Tour Pisa Center
What‘s Included
Local private guide qualified in Italian or Russian
Ticket and climb to the Leaning Tower
Entrance to the Baptistery (optional with additional cost for entrance tickets to be purchased on site)
Entrance to the Monumental Cemetery
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
One day in Pisa
julianadH7334OE,Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Narrow streets, bright colors, stunning views and interesting historical facts shared with us by guide Elena. We're thrilled!
Pisa, not just the Leaning Tower!
Piero S,May 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Discovering the cities of Tuscany we relied again on Elena. This time to visit Pisa and its historic center. A nice detailed and smooth ride in the company of a friendly and prepared guide who showed us that Pisa does not only have the Leaning Tower to offer. Brava.
Charming
VincenzoC159,Mar 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely! In this wonderful city I found and spent some wonderful days, serenity, tranquility, order, cleanliness are really commendable. Obviously the Piazza dei Miracoli is nothing short of splendid, and that Leaning Tower that is waded from every corner! No found beautiful Piazza dei Cavalieri, with all those Templar crosses that take you back in time. We will be back again
Not only Leaning Tower
matteonR4670QY,Feb 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice tour of the Piazza dei Miracoli with many interesting stories but also of the center of Pisa with its millenary history. Elena is very prepared but also very nice and the tour seemed to last very little. Bravo!
Pisa and its stories
antoninocK3407GD,Jan 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Elena is nice and very good, with a pleasant walk made us discover Pisa and its history! Highly recommended!
Travel to Pisa
Odyssey35352171863,Oct 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you for the tour. Elena I don't really like listening to tour stories but this time it was even very interesting to listen. Elena was very good about the sights of Pisa thank you 😁
The curious facts of Pisa!
katerinakF8819YV,Oct 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Recommended!!!!👍 With friends we toured the historic city of Pisa. It was a fantastic experience!!!!! Thanks to Guide Elena we not only discovered the curious and interesting things but also enjoyed her sympathy. He has proven his professionalism. Good Elena!!
BEAUTIFUL FROLENCE WITH GUIDE ELENA! September 2024
EkaterinaL46,Sep 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time. Elena is a very professional and pleasant Guide who is in love with Italy!!! Florence is beautiful! Elena presents material so you really understand and imagine what it was like in this country hundreds of years ago and imagine yourself there! Especially cool that Elena gave us a note after the tour about what we learned today! VERY COOL!!!
Cool walk and immersion in the world of Florence
nansy400,Sep 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great walk with a wonderful guide! Everything was very nice! Thank you so much! Interesting, emotional, rich, helpful!
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mariarF9957XZ,Sep 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have been to Florence alone before. This time we decided to be accompanied by a local Guide and we found Elena. Very prepared and always smiling, she made us discover many details and stories that we did not know. Good. Highly recommended!
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