Cycling Pisa highlights & hidden treasures - half day tour

5.0 (45 reviews) Pisa, Italy
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

This is the perfect tour for first time visitors who have a short time (half day) and wish to explore Pisa around and beyond the Leaning Tower: a bike tour will easily let you covering different spots and at your own pace!
Your personal Licensed Tour Guide, Martina, will introduce you to the history, legends and traditions of Pisa. Besides she will give you the opportunity of experiencing the everyday life of a vibrant University city: Martina has lived in Pisa for more than 15 years, first as a student at the University (Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts Degree) then as a resident: she knows every corners of its historic centre, besides master artisans and the best places to have a taste of the local cousine. Last but not least your tour guide happily shares fascinating details on the world famous Leaning Tower and the other unique buildings that outstand in the 'field of miracles'! Meet Martina, hire a bike at her recommended shop and enjoy your time in Pisa!

What's included

  • Earset and radio rental service to listen to Martina's explanations while cycling.
  • 3 hour private guided tour of Pisa;
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • food and drinks, personal expenses, bike rental rate
  • Tickets to monuments and museums.

What to expect

  1. Corso Italia
    Pass by
    Corso Italia is one of the two main shopping streets in Pisa
  2. Ponte di Mezzo
    5m
    Already the 'Old Bridge' of Pisa, Ponte di Mezzo connects Corso Italia with Borgo Stretto
  3. Borgo Stretto
    15m
    Charming street of Pisa,characterized by two Renaissance loggias on both side, historical shops, bars and Galileo Galilei's home
  4. Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi
    10m
    A gathering place for students, it is characterized by the 'Casino dei Nobili' (XVIII century building), the statue of Garibaldi located at the centre and Madonna dei Vetturini wood carving hanging at the edge of the Renaissance Loggia of Borgo Stretto street
  5. Piazza Delle Vettovaglie
    10m
    Renaissance Market Square (vegetables & fruits) -at present the market runs every morning also in the adjoining St. Omobono square
  6. Torre del Campano
    5m
    The only medieval Tower still standing in town, it has an interesting story...
  7. 15m
    Already 'Piazza del Grano' (Wheat Market square), it turned into the first site of the Studio Pisano, the University of Pisa, by the end of XV century. At present it is a XIX century architecture with a Renaissance courtyard
  8. Piazza dei Cavalieri
    15m
    Already Piazza delle Sette Vie, it was the political centre of Pisa until XVI century. It was restored on behalf of Cosimo I and turned into the headquarter of the Kinghts of Saint Stephen. At present it hosts the 'Scuola Normale Superiore'
  9. Chiesa di San Sisto in Cortevecchia
    Pass by
    Great example of Pisan Romanesque style, it is characterized by an unusual decoration on the front and sides of the building. Martina will point it out and gives you interesting details.
  10. Piazza dei Miracoli
    1h 15m · Admission ticket not included
    Outstanding and world famous square of Pisa with the Duomo + Baptistery + Leaning Tower +Camposanto+ Museum of Sinopie and Museum of Opera del Duomo. Martina will provide you fascinating details about the history, legends and tradition on this unique group of buildings. Free time (10 minutes) for photo shooting/mandatory photo with the Leaning Tower (ask Martina for the best angles).
  11. Ponte Solferino
    5m
    From the top of Ponte Solferino you get a great view of the Lungarni and Guelfa Tower + Medici Arsenals and the area of the Medieval 'Terzana'
  12. Chiesa di Santa Maria della Spina
    5m
    A Gothic Jewelry it outsands along the left bank of the Arno river
  13. Murale Tuttomondo di Keith Haring
    15m
    'Tuttomondo' (1989) is the one and only mural avaialable in the open air by American underground artist, Keith Haring: 180 square meter, 30 different figures, symbols, ambassador of peace, love and tollerance.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Martina will meet you just outside the station, left-hand side

End point

Martina will meet you just outside the station, left-hand side

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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