Holidays to Pisa give you more than just the chance to scribble a certain famous tower off your travel to-do list.
One-of-a-kind viewpoints
Pisa’s cuddled up to the banks of the River Arno in central Tuscany. And, it goes without saying that the city’s most famous A-lister is its Leaning Tower. It might be a little skew-whiff, but work’s been done to make sure it’s stable, and you can actually climb the 251 steps to the top. The tower offers up some of the best – and wonkiest – views around, so it’s definitely worth the thigh burn.
Piazzas and palaces
If you’re an architecture admirer, Pisa will be right up your street. The Leaning Tower shares its grassy square with the medieval Pisa Cathedral and the Romanesque Pisa Baptistery. Piazza del Duomo might steal most of the limelight, but toddle over to Knights’ Square, and you’ll clap eyes on another must-see. It’s home to Palazzo dei Cavalieri – an ornate palace that’s a throwback to the 16th century.
Beaches and bridges
If you fancy dodging the crowds, make a beeline for Pisa’s waterfront spots. A dawdle along the riverbank will take you past a dot-to-dot of historic sites and more earthy-coloured houses than you can shake a camera at. Plus, pizzerias and gelato parlours provide plenty of pit-stop opportunities. Or, hop in a cab and whizz over to the marina. Here, you can pair a seaside stroll with a stint on a pebble beach.