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Local Guide

Pisa travel tips: landmarks, food, day trips, tickets and practical advice to plan your visit, written by local guides at DiscoveryPisa.

Tourists posing for the classic holding-up-the-Leaning-Tower photo in Piazza dei Miracoli
07
Oct

Visiting the Leaning Tower of Pisa With Kids

Age Rules, Strollers & Family Tips Visiting the Leaning Tower of Pisa with kids is easier than most parents expect. Traveling with children changes the way you see a city. Shade suddenly matters. So do bathroom breaks. Distances are measured in “how far before someone gets tired.” The good news: Pisa is one of the...
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Rustic tagliere of Tuscan foods in Pisa, with salami, prosciutto, bruschetta and pickles
25
Sep

Top 5 Tuscan Foods in Pisa, and the Stories Behind Them

The top 5 Tuscan foods in Pisa, from a rustic tagliere to gelato, told through the history and legends behind every bite.
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Close-up detail of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, a popular day trip from Livorno cruise port
09
Sep

Livorno Cruise Port to Pisa: How to Get There + Pisa Tour Options

Cruising to Livorno? Pisa Is Closer Than You Think If your cruise stops in Livorno, chances are Pisa is already on your mind. The Leaning Tower is one of those places you don’t want to miss, and the good news is: visiting Pisa from Livorno in one day is absolutely doable, even comfortable, with the...
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Wine tasting in Pisa city centre with Tuscan red wine
28
Aug

Wine Tasting in Pisa: Best Local Experiences + Guided Pisa Wine Tour

Wine tasting in Pisa city centre: explore top enoteche and discover why a guided Pisa wine tour is the smartest way to taste Tuscan wines.
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Pisa local guides Anastasia and Andrea playfully pushing the Leaning Tower
12
Aug

Meet the People Behind DiscoveryPisa

Why DiscoveryPisa Exists — Our Story as Pisa Local Guides To be a Pisa local guide is at the heart of everything we do. We started DiscoveryPisa out of love: love for Pisa, its stories, its stones, and its hidden corners. What began as a tour guide’s dream became a mission: to offer high-quality guided...
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Tuscan cooking class in Pisa with hands-on pasta making experience
29
Jul

Tuscan Food Traditions: Why the Best Way to Understand Them Is Through a Cooking Class in Pisa

Discover Tuscan food traditions and experience it yourself in an authentic hands-on cooking class in Pisa with a local chef.
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Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa visited during a Pisa Day Trip from Florence
15
Jul

How to Get from Florence to Pisa: The Easy Day Trip Guide

Thinking of a Pisa Day Trip from Florence? You’re Not Alone A Pisa Day Trip from Florence is one of the easiest and most rewarding excursions you can take while visiting Tuscany. Located just a short train ride away, Pisa offers iconic landmarks, beautiful historic squares, and a relaxed atmosphere that makes it perfect for...
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Private food tour in Pisa with local food and aperitivo in Piazza delle Vettovaglie
02
Jul

Eat Like a Local in Pisa: What to Expect on Our Private Food Tour

Join a private food tour in Pisa and eat like a local. Discover the authentic Pisan cuisine with a personalised guided experience.
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Miracle square with tourist office that has a luggage storage
17
Jun

Where to Store Your Luggage When Visiting the Leaning Tower of Pisa

Visiting Pisa With Luggage? You’re Not Alone Looking for luggage storage in Pisa before visiting the Leaning Tower? You’re not alone. Many travelers arrive by train, head to the airport, or visit Pisa as a stop between destinations. As a result, they often find themselves carrying luggage while exploring the city. Knowing where to leave...
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photo leaning tower pisa in soft morning light with minimal crowds
03
Jun

How to Take the Perfect Photo at the Leaning Tower of Pisa

Planning your photo leaning tower pisa moment? Here’s when to go, where to stand, and how to avoid crowds for the perfect shot.
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