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What to do in Pisa for a Day

Updated: Aug 17, 2022

Ultimate 1 Day Pisa Itinerary

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The city of Pisa, Italy, located in the Tuscany region, is actually quite small. However, you do not want to miss out on all the charm it has to offer! There’s more to see than just the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and there’s definitely lots of great food and drinks to be consumed.


Pisa is a popular place to visit, but we found that most people were actually locals here. You'll see more people riding their vespas to work, or families walking to and from school than you will large groups of tourists.


If you want to experience an iconic Italian city without the overflow of tourists, then Pisa is for you. Obviously the Leaning Tower and the surrounding Piazza del Duomo are very busy, but once you’re away from this small area, the streets aren’t crowded.


We spent 3 days in this beautiful Italian city, but you can see a lot even in one day. So if you’re planning a day trip to Pisa, check out our ultimate 1 day Pisa itinerary!


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What to do in Pisa in One Day

  1. Breakfast at Filter Coffee Lab

  2. Leaning Tower of Pisa and Piazza del Duomo

  3. Lunch at Ristoro Pecorino

  4. Tuttomondo

  5. Gelato Break at Gelateria De’ Coltelli

  6. Stroll Down to the River Arno

  7. Dinner at I Porci Comodi


Breakfast at Filter Coffee Lab

Grab a yummy breakfast meal and delicious coffee or tea at Filter Coffee Lab to start your day of exploring Pisa. This cafe has many options when it comes to drinks, pastries, and food, so there will be something for everyone here. We loved Filter Coffee Lab so much, we went three days in a row!


Leaning Tower and Piazza del Duomo

You simply cannot go to Pisa, Italy without visiting the Leaning Tower of Pisa! While you’re by the tower, stick around and enjoy the rest of the historic sites and museums around the Piazza del Duomo. You can buy tickets that allow you to enter all of the main attractions here including the Camposanto, Battistero di San Giovanni (Pisa Baptistery), Cattedrale di Pisa (the Cathedral), Sinopie Museum, and the Museo dell’Opera del Duomo (Opera Museum). There is a lot to see here, but if you’re short on time, you should definitely check out at least a few of these places.


Lunch at Ristoro Pecorino

Enjoy a delicious pasta or pizza meal for lunch at Ristoro Pecorino. We tried multiple pastas here, as well as appetizers, and everything was delicious. One of our favorites was the Pici Cacio e Pepe, and an Aperol Spritz is also a must-add to your meal here!


Tuttomondo

Are you a fan of murals or street art? Head over to “Tuttomondo” next and admire this vibrant artwork completed by the late Keith Haring. “Tuttomondo,” meaning “All World,” is a tribute to peace in the world and living in harmony together. This is a beautiful piece of art, and definitely worth the walk if you have time!


Gelato Break at Gelateria De’ Coltelli

Wander down to this delicious gelateria, and grab some of the best gelato in Italy. Gelateria De’ Coltelli is an original, family-run gelateria located right next to the Arno River in Pisa. They are known for their one-of-a-kind flavors. They have a few staples, like vanilla and caramel, but they also have unique flavors like goat cheese macadamia nut. We loved every flavor we tried, even the ones we weren’t sure about. You do NOT want to miss out on this gelato!


Stroll Down to the River Arno

Once you have a gelato in hand, take a stroll down the Arno River. Enjoy the city coming to life as the evening approaches. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful houses and architecture lining the river while you eat your delicious gelato. And you can immerse yourself in an authentic night in Pisa while people begin meeting their friends and family and going out for dinner.


Dinner at I Porci Comodi

Enjoy dinner at I Porci Comodi, an upscale sandwich shop known for their rather unique and incredible sandwiches. We ordered the Capriccio Vegetale and the Il Panino di Corinna; both were delicious and great vegetarian options! They also have soups, hot dishes, meat and cheese platters, and desserts. This is a great option for dinner after a busy day exploring Pisa, as it’s delicious, affordable, and very filling.



This One Day Pisa Itinerary is made up of some of our favorite activities we found in Pisa. There’s so much more to see here, but if you only have one day, you have to check these all off your list!


If you need any help planning a vacation to Pisa, Italy please reach out to us as we loved our time here, and we want to help others enjoy their time in Pisa! Thank you so much for being here; we greatly appreciate your support so we can keep helping others plan their travels!


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Ciao, buon viaggio! Have a nice trip to Pisa, Italy!


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