Pisa beyond the leaning tower
When people think of Pisa, the first image is often its world-famous Leaning Tower. Yet the city holds much more: the magnificent Piazza del Duomo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to an extraordinary ensemble of monuments, while beyond the city walls, the Pisan countryside reveals charming villages and hidden treasures. This 3-day, 2-night itinerary blends the discovery of historic Pisa with its authentic neighbourhoods and includes an excursion to Calci, home to the grand Certosa Monumentale, a place of spirituality and culture. An inclusive and accessible tour that brings together art, nature, and relaxation, designed for travelers eager to explore Tuscany with new eyes — and all their senses.
DETAILED ITINERARY:
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DAY 1 – Arrival in Pisa at your accommodation
- In the afternoon, meet with your guide and visit Piazza del Duomo, exploring the monumental complex: Cathedral, Baptistery, Camposanto Monumentale, and Leaning Tower (exterior only).
- DAY 2 – Calci and the monumental Certosa
- Breakfast and departure by bus from Sesta Porta (central station for urban and extra-urban buses). Transfer time is approximately 30 minutes.
- Visit to the Romanesque church of Santi Giovanni ed Ermolao, with its splendid baptismal font.
- Walk through the town center to a local farm, where we will enjoy a tasting lunch featuring typical products from the Pisa countryside.
- In the afternoon, visit to the monumental Certosa and the Natural History Museum, with a route that is also accessible to the blind and visually impaired.
- Free time in the center of Calci, before returning to Pisa.
- DAY 3 – Keith Haring and local flavors
- Walk through the center of Pisa to discover the historic districts of Pisa:
- San Francesco: remains of the Roman baths, Piazza and Church of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria.
- Santa Maria: the oldest district, with the Tower, Piazza dei Cavalieri, and the Scuola Normale Superiore.
- Mercato delle Vettovaglie: among the alleys, an opportunity for a snack or tasting.
- The tour ends in the Sant'Antonio district, in front of Tuttomondo, Keith Haring's famous mural.
- Walk through the center of Pisa to discover the historic districts of Pisa:
USEFUL INFORMATION:
- Tour duration: 3 days, 2 nights
- Availability: every day of the week, with possible adjustments based on religious holidays and local events.
- Admission fees:
- Piazza del Duomo (excluding the Leaning Tower): rates and conditions.
- Calci Natural History Museum: information.
- Meals
- In Calci: option of a tasting lunch at a farm (quote on request). Alternatively,
lunch at local restaurants. - On other days: list of restaurants available on request.
- In Calci: option of a tasting lunch at a farm (quote on request). Alternatively,
- Tour duration: 3 days, 2 nights
- Headsets: mandatory for groups of more than 5 people inside Pisa Cathedral.
- Reservation required
THE TOUR INCLUDES:
- 2 nights in accessible accommodation in Pisa,
- Private accessible transfers and transportation, including round-trip transfer between Pisa and Calci.
- Professional licensed guide for 3 days
- Guided visit to Piazza del Duomo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the Cathedral, Baptistery, and Camposanto Monumentale (Leaning Tower visit exterior
only). - Accessible excursion to Calci, featuring the Romanesque Church of Santi Giovanni ed Ermolao, the Certosa Monumentale, and the Natural History Museum — with an inclusive sensory route designed for blind and visually impaired visitors.
- Tasting lunch at a local farm in the Pisan countryside, with typical regional products.
- Walking tour of Pisa’s historic neighborhoods, including San Francesco, Santa Maria, and Sant’Antonio districts, following step-free and wheelchair-accessible routes.
- Stop at Keith Haring’s Tuttomondo mural, symbol of peace and unity.
- Headsets (mandatory inside the Cathedral for groups of more than 5 people).
- Customer care and support throughout the tour.
NOT INCLUDED:
Anything not mentioned in ‘The tour includes’.
LANGUAGES AVAILABLE:
- Italian
- English
- French
Accessibility:
The tour is designed to be inclusive and accessible to all. The following are available upon
request:
- Wheelchair and mobility aid rental
- Accessible transportation
- Tactile materials
- LIS interpreter
- Personal assistance
Please let us know your needs in advance so that we can ensure you have the best
possible experience.



