Pisa 6 Day Itinerary

Title: 6-Day Itinerary for Exploring Pisa

Day 1 - Arrival & Leaning Tower of Pisa

  1. Arrival: Arrive at Pisa International Airport (PSA). You can also reach Pisa by train from Florence or other major cities in Italy.

  2. Check-in: Check into your hotel, some recommended options are:

    • Hotel Villa San Martino - A charming boutique hotel near the Leaning Tower.
    • Grand Hotel Duomo - A luxurious 4-star hotel with a rooftop terrace offering views of the Piazza del Duomo.

  3. Sightseeing: Visit the famous Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles), home to the Leaning Tower, Cathedral, Baptistery, and Camposanto Monumentale.

  4. Lunch: Head to Trattoria La Sostanza for traditional Tuscan cuisine.

  5. Evening: Explore the vibrant Borgo Stretto, Pisa’s historic pedestrian street filled with shops and restaurants.

Day 2 - More of Pisa & Lucca

  1. Morning: Return to Piazza dei Miracoli, climb the Leaning Tower (pre-book tickets to avoid queues).

  2. Lunch: Try Ristorante Da Bruno for seafood dishes.

  3. Afternoon: Take a day trip to nearby Lucca. Walk its well-preserved city walls, visit Piazza dell’Anfiteatro, and explore Lucca Cathedral.

  4. Dinner: Dine in Lucca at Trattoria della Canonica, offering Tuscan and Mediterranean dishes.

Day 3 - Day Trip to Cinque Terre

  1. Morning: Take a day trip to the stunning Cinque Terre. You can travel by train from Pisa Centrale station.

  2. Lunch: Enjoy seafood in one of the coastal towns, like Ristorante Marina Piccola in Monterosso al Mare.

  3. Afternoon: Hike the Cinque Terre trails for breathtaking views or explore each town at your leisure.

  4. Dinner: Return to Pisa and dine at Osteria della Corte, known for its homemade pasta dishes.

Day 4 - Exploring More of Pisa

  1. Morning: Visit the National Museum of San Matteo to learn about Pisan art and history.

  2. Lunch: Savor Tuscan sandwiches at All’Antico Vinaio.

  3. Afternoon: Relax at Spino della Brianza, a park overlooking the Arno River, or rent a bike and explore the city’s less touristy areas.

  4. Dinner: Dine at La Luna, offering a mix of traditional Tuscan and modern dishes.

Day 5 - Day Trip to Florence

  1. Morning: Take a day trip to Florence. You can travel by train from Pisa Centrale station.

  2. Lunch: Try local favorites at Trattoria Sabatino in Florence’s historic center.

  3. Afternoon: Visit the Uffizi Gallery, Florence Cathedral, and Ponte Vecchio.

  4. Dinner: Return to Pisa for a meal at Il Santo Bevitore.

Day 6 - Departure

  1. Morning/Afternoon: Spend your last few hours exploring any areas of Pisa you missed or revisit favorites.

  2. Lunch: Enjoy a final Tuscan meal at a local trattoria like Trattoria da Tonino.

  3. Departure: Depart from Pisa International Airport or train station for your next destination.