OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES TO DO FOR FREE IN PISA

Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles)

  • Overview: This famous square is home to Pisa’s top landmarks, including the Leaning Tower, the Cathedral, the Baptistery, and the Campo Santo. The square itself is a UNESCO World Heritage site and offers beautiful views and photo opportunities.
  • Address: Piazza dei Miracoli, 56126 Pisa PI, Italy
  • How to Get There: Take bus line 3 or 4 to the “Piazza dei Miracoli” stop, or walk from Pisa Centrale train station (approx. 20 minutes).
  • Free Access: The square is always open to the public for free. However, access to the individual monuments requires a ticket.

Walk Along the Arno River

  • Overview: Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Arno River, taking in views of Pisa’s historic buildings and charming bridges.
  • Address: Lungarno, Pisa PI, Italy
  • How to Get There: Take any bus heading towards the city center and get off at a stop near the river, or walk from Piazza dei Miracoli (approximately 10 minutes).
  • Free Access: The riverbanks are open to the public at all times.

Visit the Orto Botanico di Pisa (Botanical Garden)

  • Overview: Established in 1544, this historic botanical garden showcases a wide range of plant species and provides a tranquil escape.
  • Address: Via Roma, 67, 56126 Pisa PI, Italy
  • How to Get There: Bus lines 4 and 22 stop at “Orto Botanico,” or walk from Piazza dei Miracoli (approximately 15 minutes).
  • Free Access: The garden is free to enter on the first Sunday of each month. On other days, a small fee is usually charged.

Explore the Historic Center

  • Overview: Wander through Pisa’s historic streets and squares, including the Piazza dei Cavalieri, and admire the medieval architecture and vibrant atmosphere.
  • Address: Historic Center of Pisa, Pisa PI, Italy
  • How to Get There: Buses to the city center or a short walk from Pisa Centrale train station.
  • Free Access: The historic center is open to the public at all times.

Picnic in the Piazza dei Cavalieri

  • Overview: This elegant square offers a quieter alternative to the more tourist-heavy areas, perfect for a peaceful picnic among historic surroundings.
  • Address: Piazza dei Cavalieri, 56126 Pisa PI, Italy
  • How to Get There: Bus lines 3 and 4 stop near the square, or walk from Piazza dei Miracoli (approximately 15 minutes).
  • Free Access: The square is open to the public at all times.

Visit the Church of Santa Maria della Spina

  • Overview: A small yet striking Gothic church located along the Arno River, offering a glimpse into medieval architecture.
  • Address: Lungarno Gambacorti, 56125 Pisa PI, Italy
  • How to Get There: Take bus lines 4 or 22 to “Santa Maria della Spina,” or walk from the city center (approximately 15 minutes).
  • Free Access: The church exterior is always accessible for free. Interior visits are typically free on certain special open days; check local listings for specific dates.