Pisa (Tuscany)
Pisa has an enormously long history behind it. Starting out as an Etruscan settlement, turned into a Roman city, wealthy Middle Ages, and now a modern city with much to offer today’s traveller. Besides the historical sights, the beaches are only 10 kms away.
Located on the banks on the river Arno in beautiful Tuscany, this city boasts a number of interesting places to visit, such as the Piazza of Miracles (Campo dei Miracoli) which has a reputation as one of the world’s most beautiful squares. There are huge stretches of lawn here, surrounded by buildings that represent human existence: the cathedral (health), the Leaning Tower (reason), the Baptistery (baptism), and the cemetery (death).
The cathedral was commenced in 1064, and is a model of Pisan-Romanesque architecture, being clad with alternating bands of green and cream marble. Pope Gelasio II consecrated it in 1118. Its five naves contain many priceless works of art.
The famous Leaning Tower must not be missed: pre-book your entry tickets online at www.opapisa.it for 17 EUR (only if your visit is more than 15 days away), or pick them up at the ticket office for 15 EUR. Guided tours start every thirty minutes – make sure you’re on time, because the guides won’t wait for you!
The baptistery is another outstanding example of the Pisan-Romanesque style, with a magnificently carved pulpit. The acoustics in the dome are incredible: each little whisper resounds strongly.
The cemetery is reputed to contain soil brought here from Calvary during the crusades of 1203, and supposedly reduces bodies to skeletons within days. The interior of the long gallery was decorated with many splendid frescoes, but many of these were lost as a result of bombing raids during the Second World War. The cemetery holds impressive Roman sarcophagi and the graves of important Pisans.
Airport information
easyJet flies into and out of Pisa International Airport, also known as Galileo Galilei. The airport is situated on the coast, only 1 km from Pisa itself.
By car
When travelling on the Firenze-Pisa-Livorno dual carriageway, take the exit marked “Pisa Centro – Aeroporto”. From the A12 motorway, take the “Pisa Centro” exit. The centre of Pisa is only 10 minutes away from the airport, depending on traffic. Other interesting Tuscan cities are all within driving distance: Livorno (20 minutes), Florence (45 minutes), Lucca (30 minutes), or Viareggio (30 minutes).
By train
A covered walkway of approximately 40 metres connects the airport to the railway station. From here direct services run into Pisa Central Station, from where the entire Italian railway network is available.
By coach
The number 3 bus of the CPT connects the airport and Pisa city centre, with a service every 20 minutes. From the airport the bus stops at various stops along the way: Pisa Central Station, Piazza Vittorio Emanuele, Riversides (4 stops), Santa Chiara Hospital. Tickets are valid for one hour on the entire city network and cost 0.77 EUR.
Terravision runs a direct coach connection between Pisa Airport and Florence city centre (SM Novella mainline train station). Journey time is approximately 70 minutes. Tickets can be booked on line, saving you precious travel time and money. Click here to book your transfer to Florence.
By taxi
The taxi rank is located outside the airport terminal’s arrivals section.
Taxi drivers are obliged to switch the meter on before the start of each journey
Pre book your door-to-door airport transfers with easyJet’s partner Holiday Taxis. We cater for the Business and Leisure Traveller.
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