Borgo Stretto (Narrow Street), Pisa (must see)
If you want to do some shopping or simply wander through the narrow streets of medieval Pisa, you should go to the Narrow Street. This long street is mostly pedestrian and filled with shops from simple stores selling books and souvenirs to some of the most exclusive shops in the city.
Most of the street is lined on each side with arcades supported by Corinthian columns. In the arcades you will find plenty of bars, restaurants and shops. Look for Caf茅 Settimelli. Over the arched entrance to the Caf茅 Settimelli a sign proudly announces that this was once the house of the Galilei family and Galileo was born there.
The two and three story houses on both sides of the street were once the homes of rich merchant families. On the corner of via San Francesco you will find the 15 century Poschi Palace. There are plenty of narrow side streets leading off the Narrow Street and some of these will lead you to delightful open air markets that sell flowers, fresh fruits and vegetables.
Most of the street is lined on each side with arcades supported by Corinthian columns. In the arcades you will find plenty of bars, restaurants and shops. Look for Caf茅 Settimelli. Over the arched entrance to the Caf茅 Settimelli a sign proudly announces that this was once the house of the Galilei family and Galileo was born there.
The two and three story houses on both sides of the street were once the homes of rich merchant families. On the corner of via San Francesco you will find the 15 century Poschi Palace. There are plenty of narrow side streets leading off the Narrow Street and some of these will lead you to delightful open air markets that sell flowers, fresh fruits and vegetables.
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Borgo Stretto (Narrow Street) on Map
Sight Name: Borgo Stretto (Narrow Street)
Sight Location: Pisa, Italy (See walking tours in Pisa)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Pisa, Italy (See walking tours in Pisa)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Pisa, Italy
Create Your Own Walk in Pisa
Creating your own self-guided walk in Pisa is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Galileo's Pisa Walking Tour
Among the names that hardly need introduction there is one of Galileo Galilei. The most illustrious son of Pisa, this 16th-17th century physicist, mathematician, astronomer and philosopher went down in history as the 鈥淔ather of Modern Science鈥� and is forever cherished as one of the world鈥檚 greatest minds.
As Galileo's hometown, Pisa boasts a number of places linked to his life, of... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
As Galileo's hometown, Pisa boasts a number of places linked to his life, of... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
Pisa Introduction Walking Tour
The city of Pisa, in Italy's Tuscany region, is best known worldwide for its iconic Leaning Tower, as well as for being the birthplace of Galileo Galilei, whom considered by many as the Father of Modern Science.
The origin of the name Pisa is a mystery, while the origin of the city itself 鈥� as Etruscan 鈥� was confirmed only in 1991.
Founded on the seashore (which had since moved... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
The origin of the name Pisa is a mystery, while the origin of the city itself 鈥� as Etruscan 鈥� was confirmed only in 1991.
Founded on the seashore (which had since moved... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Pisa Palaces Walking Tour
As you continue your acquaintance with Pisa, you will notice that there is a lot more to see here than just a "leaning" landmark. Indeed, just like Italy in general, this particular Tuscan city boasts a glorious heritage of wonderful palaces, fit to transport you back in time.
The most beautiful palaces in Pisa are found on both sides of the Arno River, forming a multi-colored ribbon... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
The most beautiful palaces in Pisa are found on both sides of the Arno River, forming a multi-colored ribbon... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles