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Museums and art in Pisa

Art and History in Pisa

Pisa’s cultural landscape is anchored by the Piazza dei Miracoli, home to the Romanesque Pisa Cathedral and the Camposanto Monumentale's frescoes. Art collections range from medieval and Renaissance masterpieces at the National Museum of San Matteo to Keith Haring’s modern 'Tuttomondo' mural and rotating exhibitions at Palazzo Blu. Specialized institutions further showcase the city’s history, including the Museum of Ancient Ships, the Museum of Computing Machinery, and the National Museum of the Royal Palace.

Art and History in Pisa — Map

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Duomo Square

Also known as Piazza dei Miracoli, this is the ground that connects several of probably the most famous landmarks in Italy.

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Pisa Cathedral

Historic Romanesque Roman Catholic cathedral known for its architectural beauty, rich decorations, and cultural heritage.

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Knights' Square

Historic Renaissance square known for its medieval and Renaissance architecture, featuring important monuments and serving as a cultural and educational center.

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National Museum of San Matteo

The National Museum of San Matteo in Pisa displays works from historic ecclesiastical buildings in the city and Province of Pisa.

Robert Szabo / CC-BY-SA

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Tuttomondo

This colorful mural is the last public work that the renowned American artist Keith Haring created before his death in 1990.

gabriele bartolucci / CC BY 2.5

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Monumental Cemetery

Literally "Holy Field", this peaceful cemetery holds the sacred soil from Golgotha.

Luca Aless / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Museum of the Cathedral

This museum holds an impressive collection of artifacts that once used to be the Cathedral Treasure, including medieval liturgical objects…

Lucarelli / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Carovana Palace

Palazzo della Carovana is a palace in Knights' Square, Pisa, Italy, presently housing the main building of the Scuola Normale Superiore di…

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Palazzo Blu

Palazzo Blu is a center for temporary exhibitions and cultural activities located in 9 Lungarno Gambacorti, in the heart of the historic…

Federigo Federighi / CC BY-SA 4.0

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National Museum of the Royal Palace

The National Museum of the Royal Palace is a museum housed in a former royal palazzo at 46 Lungarno Antonio Pacinotti in Pisa, Italy.

Chabe01 / CC BY-SA 4.0

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Museo delle Sinopie

This museum preserves the original sinopie, or preparatory under-drawings, recovered from the frescoes of the Camposanto Monumentale after they were damaged during World War II.

Federigo Federighi / CC BY-SA 4.0

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Museum of Ancient Ships, Pisa

The Museum of Ancient Ships is a museum in Pisa, Tuscany, Italy.

Pasquale Troccoli / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Museum of Computing Machinery

Located in the former slaughterhouse complex, this museum traces the history of information technology through a collection of mechanical calculators, early computers, and scientific instruments.

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Domus Mazziniana

A museum and historical institute dedicated to Giuseppe Mazzini, located in the house where the Italian unification leader died in 1872. It houses archives and memorabilia related to the Risorgimento.

sailko / CC BY 2.5

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Giardino Scotto

Formerly known as Cittadella Nuova, this fortress is one of the most obvious reminders of the powerful past of the city.

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