Piazza dei Cavalieri, or the Knight’s Square, is one of Pisa’s most elegant and historically
significant squares. Once the political center of medieval Pisa, it later became the
headquarters of the Order of the Knights of St. Stephen. Today, it is surrounded by
Renaissance palaces, sculptures, and academic institutions, including the renowned
Scuola Normale Superiore.
- Admire the Palazzo della Carovana 🏰, designed by Giorgio Vasari 🧑🎨 with its stunning frescoed façade 🎨✨
- Visit the Church of Santo Stefano dei Cavalieri ⛪, built for the Knights of St. Stephen 🛡️👑
- See the Palazzo dell’Orologio 🕰️, a historic tower 🏰 with symbolic meaning 💡 in Pisan history 📜🇮🇹
- Observe the statue 🗿 of Cosimo I de’ Medici 🤴, founder of the Knights’ Order ⚔️👀
- Relax 😌 and enjoy the peaceful ambiance ✨ of this cultural square 🏘️💚
- From Pisa Centrale Station 🚆: 15-minute walk 🚶♀️ through Via Ulisse Dini 🛣️⏱️💨
- From Florence 🇮🇹: 1-hour train ride 🚅 to Pisa Centrale 🧭✅
- Parking 🅿️: Available at Via Pietrasantina 🗺️ or nearby city lots 💰👍
- Visit in the evening 🌙 for beautiful lighting 💡 on the Renaissance buildings 🏰✨
- Combine with a walk 🚶♂️ through Borgo Stretto 🏘️ and the Arno River promenade 🌊🗺️🤝
- Great spot ⭐ for photography 📸 without large crowds 🤫🖼️
- Join a walking tour 🧑🏫 to learn about Pisa’s political 👑 and academic past 🎓📜💡
- 10:00 AM – Arrive 🧭 at Piazza dei Cavalieri 🏰✨
- 10:15 AM – Explore Palazzo della Carovana 🏛️ and the Church of Santo Stefano ⛪🙏
- 11:00 AM – Take photos 📸 and enjoy the architecture 🏰👀
- 11:30 AM – Walk 🚶♂️ toward Borgo Stretto 🏘️ for shopping 🛍️ or coffee ☕😋👋
