Top Pisa Outdoor Activities

A few km from Pisa, this experience offers the unique and extraordinary opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable and evocative horseback ride in our wonderful Valgraziosa through breathtaking landscapes and medieval villages. Specially designed for beginners and those who don't ride horses regularly. In case of need for the participants, our guide will carry out a short training before leaving for the walk which will allow them to acquire fundamental knowledge on horse management so as to be able to manage the horse independently like a true rider or rider and be able to visit one of the most beautiful valleys in Tuscany in complete safety. In case of need and safety, our guide will follow the walk on foot to be able to intervene or help the participants in guiding and managing the horse.

Discover the beauties that Pisa has to offer beyond the Tower. A complete 1 hour long tour in an electric vehicle, that will take you to areas of the city that you will not find on classic tourist itineraries, with 11 stops. The tour is suitable for people of all ages. We are open every day, from 10 : 00 to 18 : 00.

Discover the Tuscany city of Pisa from an original viewpoint and take unique selfies from the river Arno! Let our guide tell the story of the river Arno and its relationship with the city of Pisa while sipping a glass of wine to live the true Italian lifestyle! Relax your mind and get away from the crowd by paddling on the river Arno! Difficulty level: easy, suitable for anyone including families and groups of friends. Our expert will teach you how to be independent on the kayak and all the safety instructions. Start the tour at the Canottieri Arno headquarters (Lungarno Bonaccorso da Padule, 2, 56122 Pisa, Tuscany, Italy). The suggested tour lasts 2hrs. Enjoy the view of the Benedettine Monastery, Cittadella Tower, Santa Maria della Spina Church, National Royal Palace, Lanfreducci Palace, Palazzo Blu, Agostini Palace, Praetorian Palace, Lanfranchi Palace, San Matteo Church, and Scotto Garden. End the tour at the Canottieri Arno headquarters.

Visit the marble quarries of Carrara on a 2.5-hour small-group 4WD tour from Colonnata that highlights the marble industry in Italy. Learn how the marble was mined to build the Pantheon and Trajan's Column in ancient Rome, and how it was often used for sculpture during the Renaissance. See several active quarries, hear about ancient and modern mining processes, and enjoy insightful commentary from your guide.

Journey deep into the jagged world of the Carrara marble quarries on this 4WD adventure. Exploring with a guide and a small group, discover the “white gold” that built the Pantheon and Michelangelo’s David. You’ll drive to different active quarries to connect with their people, places, and machinery, and to learn about ancient and modern excavation techniques.

Visit the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa with reserved tickets and enjoy an unforgettable climb up its tilted staircase. Feel the excitement as you ascend this unique landmark and capture stunning views of Pisa from the top. This experience is more than sightseeing, it is your chance to step into history and create memories that last forever. Tickets are limited and sell out fast, so book now to secure your spot at one of Italy’s most iconic attractions. Highlights Reserved entry to the Leaning Tower of Pisa Climb the legendary tilted steps Panoramic views of Pisa city Access to Piazza dei Miracoli monuments Limited availability for peak hours

There's more to Pisa than one leaning tower — and this hunt makes sure you see all of it. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Pisa on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Take a closer look at the Duomo, the stunning cathedral at the heart of one of medieval Europe's greatest architectural ensembles • Track down the Bagni di Nerone, the ruins of an ancient Roman bathing complex hidden just steps from the tourist trail • Follow in the footsteps of Galileo Galilei and learn how Pisa shaped one of history's greatest scientific minds Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Pisa has been surprising visitors since the Middle Ages — this tour keeps the tradition going.

The Best Way to Discover Pisa: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo at the Statua di Galileo Galilei or a visit to the Battistero di San Giovanni and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Tuttomondo, Chiesa di Santa Maria della Spina, Palazzo Blu, Piazza Garibaldi, Statua di Galileo, Piazza dei Cavalieri, Palazzo della Carovana, Tower of Pisa, Cattedrale di Pisa, and the Battistero di San Giovanni.

Discover Pisa and its picturesque environs by bike during this private self-guided cycling tour. Follow an easy-to-use, GPS-based smartphone app as you ride on bike lanes from the city out to the Tyrrhenean sea. Explore the area at your own pace, stopping wherever and whenever you want, with bicycle rentals included.

Rafting in Pisa allows you to see the city from another point of view. Thanks to this excursion you will be able to see much more, not just stop at the Leaning Tower, but experience a unique adventure. This is a soft experience that will allow everyone to see some of the most important places in the city from the river, such as Palazzo Blu, the San Matteo museum and the church of the spina.

Discover the best of Pisa’s culture, nature, and coastline on this self-guided bike tour. Start by cycling to the iconic Piazza dei Miracoli, where you can admire the Leaning Tower, Cathedral, and Baptistery. Leave the city behind and continue towards San Rossore Natural Park, a beautiful protected area with pine forests, peaceful paths, and natural landscapes. From here, follow the flat and mostly traffic-free Trammino cycle path, built along the former railway connecting Pisa to the coast. Reach Marina di Pisa, where the Arno River meets the Mediterranean Sea, and enjoy some free time by the waterfront before cycling back to Pisa. Follow the route easily on your smartphone and enjoy the freedom to ride at your own pace, stopping whenever you like for photos, sightseeing, or a relaxing break by the sea.

This tour connects two of Tuscany’s most iconic cities through a scenic route combining nature, culture, and history. Starting in Pisa, you’ll follow cycle paths and quiet roads along the Serchio River to Lucca. Ride on the famous Renaissance Walls, explore the charming historic centre, and discover landmarks such as Piazza dell’Anfiteatro, the Guinigi Tower, and Via Fillungo. Complete your visit by tasting some of Lucca’s delicious local specialties. Tour distance: approximately 28 km to Lucca and 28 km back to Pisa. Alternatively, you can return to Pisa by regional train, taking your bike with you (a €3,50 bike supplement applies in addition to the train ticket). Bike drop-off in Lucca is available for an additional fee (€80).

Carrara marble is famous around the world, and has been used for over 2,000 years, including in ancient Rome. Visit the place it comes from, discover its fascinating history, and learn how it is excavated and worked on from a geologist guide. Plus, explore the village of Colonnata, where quarry workers have lived since ancient Roman times, and taste a local delicacy: a unique cold cut aged in marble basins.

A day aboard the Rosie Probert Too is an experience to remember; a professional crew, an iconic boat, the sun, the sea of the Pisan Coast. After a suggestive river navigation that allows us to appreciate the wild nature of the Natural Park of San Rossore, we take to the sea and sailing along the Pisan Coast we arrive on the Secche della Meloria, Marine Protected Area, where we go from the bottom of the anchor near the ancient tower built by the Marine Republic of Pisa in the eleventh century. You stay on the Secche for about 5 hours during which there is the opportunity to snorkel to appreciate the beautiful seabed. During the navigation, which lasts about an hour, an aperitif is offered with finger food and still or wavy white wine. For lunch, a sea spaghetti accompanied by still white wine or mosso.antuario de Cetacei, the Secche della Meloria Marine Protected Area is offered and in a suggestive setting enjoy the taste of our cuisine.

Get a comprehensive tour of Miracle Square on this walking excursion in Pisa. With a guide leading the way, you'll follow a carefully curated itinerary that ensures you hit all the landmarks, such as the Cathedral and the Baptistery. This tour includes the option to enter the Leaning Tower (added cost), and admission to the Campo Santo Cemetery and the OPA and Sinopie museums.

Pisa becomes the crime scene in this self-guided detective game, where the clues are hidden in plain sight in the streets around you. The case is the murder of Balthasar, and the evidence is scattered across the old centre - past the Duomo, Chiesa di San Michele in Borgo, Camposanto and the Baptistery. You decode messages, photograph what does not add up and press digital witnesses whose stories never quite line up. Every puzzle you crack removes a name from the list of suspects. Play as a couple, bring the children along, or send two or three teams out at the same time and turn the investigation into a race - which is what makes this murder mystery game work as well for a team outing as for a day out. The last answer is waiting somewhere in the centre of Pisa.

This walk is specially designed for beginners and experts. The route will be modulated based on the preparation of the riders and if necessary, before leaving, a small training will be done to review the basic commands and be able to manage the horse independently, enjoying the experience to the fullest. A guide will always follow you on foot or on horseback according to your needs and will be able to help you if necessary to make the experience 100% safe.

Independent travelers in Pisa can make use of a 3-hour bike rental to explore the city at their own pace. Pick up your bicycle at the conveniently located Pisa Centrale railway station. Then use a smartphone app to guide you along the route. You’ll learn about more than the Leaning Tower of Pisa, with information provided about points of interest as well as special discounts.

When you’re staying in Lucca or Pisa, discover one of the nearby marble caves of Carrara with a guide. Not many tours in this region visit inside the caves, but this small-group option allows you to enter inside to learn about marble extraction and the qualities of Carrara marble that make it so superior to others. For an extra bonus, the tour also visits the nearby town of Colonnata, famous for its own surprising type of salami.

Get to know Pisa through its food on a walking tour around the city center. You'll learn about the local cuisine, culture, and culinary history of restaurants and other food venues as you sample a variety of items at some of the best places.

The Leaning Tower of Pisa is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Italy’s most famous landmarks, so it’s no surprise that queues can be long. This skip-the-line tour ensures you don’t waste any time, with a guided walking tour of the magnificent Piazza dei Miracoli, followed by the cathedral and priority access to climb the Leaning Tower.

Don’t just see the monuments of Pisa’s Piazza dei Miracoli, learn about them, too, during this guided walking tour. After discovering the best vantage points for photos and learning the history of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Baptistery, Camposanto cemetery, and Pisa Duomo, you’ll finish on a high note with a wine tasting near the square. You can even include a skip-the-line entrance ticket to climb the Leaning Tower of Pisa, if you wish.

Experience Pisa’s top attractions and the city itself on this small-group walking tour with a guide who provides insight into Pisan history and culture. Wander through charming side streets and uncover hidden treasures and explore the highlights of the city’s four key districts, without getting lost. Pause to admire many sights, ultimately concluding your tour with a view of Pisa Cathedral and the Leaning Tower.

Skip the hassle of big group tours and discover the rich coastal splendor of the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre towns on this small-group excursion from Pisa. With an expert guide to lead the way, travel along the seductive curve of the coast by boat or train (weather dependent) and visit the enchanting villages of the Cinque Terre region where colorful houses are clustered above the shore.