What to do and see in Pisa, Tuscany: The Best Museums

October 8, 2021 Brandee Mangan

Go ahead and take that photo of yourself with a tilted hand "holding up" the Tower of Pisa. We won't tell; your rep as a sophisticated traveler will remain unblemished. Now that you've gotten that out of the way, climb the tower's 300 steps for a tilted view, or visit the National Museum of San Matteo and the Camposanto cemetery.
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1. Museo Delle Aviotruppe

Via di Gello 138 Centro Addestramento Paracadutismo, 56123, Pisa Italy +39 050 564509 [email protected] http://www.museoaviotruppe.it/
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5.0 based on 162 reviews

Museo Delle Aviotruppe

Reviewed By Paolins92 - Volpiano, Italy

An unique museum is very well presented and contains a very informative and thorough collection forming the history of Italian Paratroopers. The staff is very friendly and dedicated, able to engage in a very interesting description of the museum and its individual exhibits.

2. Le Navi Antiche di Pisa

Lungarno Ranieri Simonelli 16, 56126, Pisa Italy +39 050 805 7880 [email protected] http://www.navidipisa.it
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5.0 based on 47 reviews

Le Navi Antiche di Pisa

The museum displays an incredible group of ancient roman ships, one of the most important discoveries of the last 20 years. In fact, the wrecks of some 30 ships were found during the excavation. Not only wooden structures were found intact, but most of the ships had their load still on board. The wooden ships are incredibly well-preserved due to the layers of sand and clay that sheltered them from the implacable passing of time. Four of them, fully restored, are now visible inside the museum. But what caused such an impressive number of shipwrecks? The true reason for these tragedies was a series of catastrophic floods, caused by man's intervention. Yet the ancients roman ships are not the only attraction of the museum, which in fact hosts an incredible ensemble of exhibits that will lead you to the ancient and fascinating history of Pisa.

Reviewed By NCSue67 - Carrboro, United States

This museum is fabulous. It is built in the beautiful old Medici Arsenal and houses ships and other historical memorabilia from the ancient Etruscans. Most of what is here was discovered during construction near the Pisa railroad station. The collection includes beautiful old ships and many other interesting items. It is well worth a visit.

3. National Museum of Saint Mathew

Piazza San Matteo in Soarta 2 Lungarno Mediceo, 56127, Pisa Italy +39 050 541865 http://www.aboutpisa.info/museums-in-pisa.html
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4.5 based on 296 reviews

National Museum of Saint Mathew

National Museum of San Matteo, which is housed in the Benedictine Monastery, features a group of paintings from the 12th- to 18th- centuries, and a rich collection of sculpture from the Pisano School.

Reviewed By Mmarymomm - Pleasanton, United States

We were blown away by this small unimposing museum. We spend a great deal of time in Italy searching out older pieces of art and were amazed to find such a great collection at the national Museum of San Matteo. Whereas you might see the occasional 13th century crucifix, here they have a whole room of them. I cannot recommend this museum enough!

4. Palazzo Blu

Lungarno Gambacorti 9, 56125, Pisa Italy +39 050 916950 [email protected] http://Palazzoblu.it
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4.5 based on 714 reviews

Palazzo Blu

Reviewed By RealDS - London, United Kingdom

I quite appreciated the art in this gallery. I saw some pieces on the development of modern architecture and other pieces that explored other themes. This gallery exhibits art on 2 floors. The art is objectively flawless & the decor coupled with lighting makes for a great exhibition. Being a creative, it is natural that I’d have stopped here during my stay. It’s inexpensive & definitely worth a visit

5. Museo Opera Del Duomo Pisa

Piazza del Duomo 23, 56126, Pisa Italy +39 050 8350 1112 [email protected] http://www.opapisa.it/visita/museo-dellopera/
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Museo Opera Del Duomo Pisa

The itinerary is through 26 rooms and 380 works including new works restored such as the crown, the scepter, the globe and very refined drapery of the Emperor Henry VII, all recovered during the recognition of his tomb carried out in 2014. At the end of this itinerary we find the wonderful cloister that overlooks the Bell Tower . The museum has in the upper part of the cloister a cafeteria overlooking the Piazza. A modern bookshop set up in the hall at the entrance.

Reviewed By Antares2312 - Island of Malta, Malta

Beautiful little museum with many interesting artifacts including a scale model of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. I suggest a visit if you are in Piazza dei Miracoli.

6. Museo Nazionale di Palazzo Reale

Lungarno Antonio Pacinotti, 56100, Pisa Italy +39 050 9265 1139 [email protected] http://www.sbappsae-pi.beniculturali.it/index.php?it/147/pisa-museo-nazionale-di-palazzo-reale
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4.0 based on 89 reviews

Museo Nazionale di Palazzo Reale

After a visit to Pisa's famous Leaning Tower, drop in at one of the major national museums in the city.

Reviewed By catsondmt - Island of Malta, Malta

The museum is exceptional on its own, featuring Flemish and Italian originals pre and post-renaissance, as well as replicas offering a unique insight into everything that set Pisa apart historically. However, all credit goes to their friendly staff, one gentleman stepping in as our guide, taking us through the whole museum to properly explain and offer insight onto both their most celebrated and most overlooked items on display. Mix that with much insight into the history and specific cultural elements of Pisa - throughout the ages - and you get a guided tour fully deserving of praise. Highly recommended!

7. Opera della Primaziale Pisana

Piazza del Duomo 17, 56126, Pisa Italy +39 050 8350 1112 [email protected] http://www.opapisa.it
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

The Opera della Primaziale Pisana (O₽A) is a non-profit organisation which was established in order to oversee the first works for the construction of the monuments in the Piazza del Duomo, subject to its own charter which includes the protection, promotion and enhancement of its heritage, in order to pass the religious and artistic meaning onto future generations.

8. Gordio Studio d'Arte e Galleria

Via Cardinale Pietro Maffi 8A, 56126, Pisa Italy +39 329 220 4423 [email protected] http://www.gordio.it
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4.0 based on 6 reviews

Gordio Studio d'Arte e Galleria

It is an Art Gallery and a Slow Bar. It is possible to enjoy sculptures and jewelery, drinking special wine, also without sulphites, organic juices of cranberry or Ayurvedic infusion or tea, tasting Sardinian cheese and looking at one spectacular leading Tower.You are welcome!!-----------E' una galleria d'arte e uno slow bar. E' possibile godere la vista di sculture e gioielli bevendo vini speciali, anche senza solfiti, succhi biologici di mirtillo rosso o tisane e tè ayurvediche, degustando formaggi sardi il tutto con una vista spettacolare sulla torre di Pisa.VI aspettiamo con gioia.

9. Museo della Grafica

Lungarno Galileo Galilei 9 Palazzo Lanfranchi, 56125, Pisa Italy +39 050 221 6060 http://www.museodellagrafica.sma.unipi.it
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4.0 based on 47 reviews

Museo della Grafica

10. Cantiere delle Navi Romane

Via Ranucci Bianchi Bandinelli, 56100, Pisa Italy http://www.mondointasca.org/articolo.php?ida=3154
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4.0 based on 27 reviews

Cantiere delle Navi Romane

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