Pisa City Tour with Local Street Food Specialties
ID: GYG1349565-2060358
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Discover the heart of Pisa on a guided walking tour. Explore medieval arcades, local markets, and iconic marble monuments, and savor local flavors with food tastings.
This two-hour tour reveals that Pisa is much more than just its famous leaning landmark, offering a beautiful route rich in history and local flavor. Your journey begins along the scenic Arno River at the striking Gothic jewel Chiesa di Santa Maria della Spina, before crossing the historic Ponte Solferino bridge to admire the colorful palaces reflecting in the water. From the riverbanks, you will dive into the lively university atmosphere of Piazza Dante and conclude at Piazza dei Cavalieri, the city's grand former political center redesigned by Giorgio Vasari, which showcases the stunning sgraffito facade of the Palazzo della Carovana and the haunting Torre della Muda from Dante’s Inferno.
As you walk this historic route, you will experience the authentic taste of Pisan cuisine through its most beloved street foods and treats. Along the riverbanks, you can pause to sample Cecina, a savory, golden chickpea pancake that is crispy on the outside and creamy in the center. Moving toward the university quarter, the tour stops for a taste of rich Pecorino Pisano cheese and aromatic Finocchiona salami. Finally, your journey wraps up with Pisa's traditional sweets: a slice of Torta coi Bischeri, a spiced chocolate and rice tart, and a refreshing artisanal gelato flavored with local pine nuts from the nearby San Rossore forest.
At the end of the tour, ask your guide to accompany you to Piazza dei Miracoli, where you will have all the time in the world to admire the stunning UNESCO buildings.
Highlights
- Savor authentic Pisan flavors with tastings of Cecina, Pecorino, and gelato
- Explore the monuments of Pisa, from small gams to UNESCO sites
- Stroll down Borgo Stretto, a narrow medieval street lined with shops
- Discover medieval arcades, local markets, and iconic marble monuments
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes
Do not eat much before the tour
Meet your guide in front of Caffè della Spina.
INCLUDED
- Guided walking tour with a local expert
- Street food tastings
- Vegetarian options
NOT INCLUDED
- Gratuities
- Drinks
- Vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free options
- Everything that is not clearly written in the inclusions
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.