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Pisa Old Town & Food Tours

Look beyond the Tower to Pisa’s real city: the river Arno and its bridges, the elegant Borgo Stretto arcades, the Piazza dei Cavalieri, the lively university quarter and the markets. A walking or street-food tour reveals an authentic Tuscan town and its cuisine, away from the crowds.

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Old Town & Food in Pisa — FAQ

Is there more to Pisa than the Leaning Tower?
Yes — beyond the Tower, Pisa is a charming university city with the river Arno and its bridges, the arcaded Borgo Stretto, the Piazza dei Cavalieri, lively markets and good Tuscan food, well worth exploring.
What food is Pisa known for?
Pisa offers Tuscan specialities like cecina (chickpea flatbread), wild boar, pici pasta, pecorino cheese and Chianti wine; street-food and walking tours sample these in the old town and markets.
Is a Pisa walking tour worth it?
Yes — a walking or food tour reveals the authentic city beyond the Tower, with its river, squares, university quarter and Tuscan cuisine, a great way to see the real Pisa.