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Pisa Private Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems with a Local

New To The Site! Pisa, Italy

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2 to 6 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Instant confirmation

Overview

This walking tour offers a truly local take on Pisa—far beyond the postcard. With your host, you’ll uncover quiet student courtyards, historic cafés, hidden river chapels, and stories that bring the city’s layers to life. Whether you're learning about Galileo’s roots, tracing Pisa’s decline and rebirth, or pausing for gelato where locals gather, this is your chance to experience Pisa like a resident—not a tourist.

After booking, you’ll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests and travel style. Based on your responses, you’ll be matched with a like-minded host who will contact you to craft a personalized itinerary. Your route can evolve during the day—leaving room for surprises, conversations, and unforgettable moments.

What's Included

  • Flexible durations and start times—choose your preferred time when booking
  • Pre-tour questionnaire to tailor the experience to your preferences
  • Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
  • Food, drinks, and tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation (primarily a walking experience; public transport may be used at an additional cost)
  • Gratuities (optional)
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Meeting and Pickup

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- When booking, please select your preferred meeting point from the list provided—either your hotel (if it's listed) or the central landmark. - If your hotel isn’t on the list, simply select the central landmark option. - Once you’ve booked, our Experience Planners will get in touch to confirm the meeting point and help with any final details to ensure a smooth and enjoyable start to your personalized tour. - NO private vehicle is included, this is a private walking experience. For longer distances, your host may suggest using public transport. Any transport costs can be settled on the day.

What To Expect

Pisa (Pass By)

See Pisa through the eyes of someone who lives and loves it—wandering student-filled alleys, medieval towers, riverside cafés, and historic quarters. Before your tour, your host will send a short questionnaire to understand your interests—whether you’re into local cuisine, Tuscan art, university life, or the city’s lesser-known treasures. Here are some places you might explore:
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Piazza dei Miracoli (Pass By)

Stand among Pisa’s most iconic monuments—the Leaning Tower, Cathedral, and Baptistery. Your host will share stories of art, symbolism, and scandal behind the marble.
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Piazza dei Cavalieri (Pass By)

Once a political stronghold, now a hub of academic excellence. Discover how this grand square bridges Pisa’s past and present.
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Borgo Stretto (Pass By)

Stroll this charming arcade-lined street full of artisan shops and student cafés. It’s where daily life hums beneath medieval arches.
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Lungarno Mediceo (Pass By)

Follow the Arno River past noble palaces and poetic bridges. Hear how Pisa’s fortunes flowed with its waters.
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Giardino Scotto (Pass By)

Take a break where locals unwind—inside the remnants of a fortress turned green haven. Children play, students lounge, and you’ll glimpse real Pisan life.
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Chiesa di San Michele in Borgo (Pass By)

Tucked between shops and cafés, this Romanesque church offers a quiet close to your walk. Your host will point out its unique façade and rich history.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
  • Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Pisa Private Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems with a Local?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Flexible durations and start times—choose your preferred time when booking
  • Pre-tour questionnaire to tailor the experience to your preferences
  • Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
  • Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations
  • Food, drinks, and tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation (primarily a walking experience; public transport may be used at an additional cost)
  • Gratuities (optional)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • After booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
  • This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
  • Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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