San Francesco Travel Guide
Pisa
Visit San Francesco
Popular places to visit
Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies during your travels in San Francesco. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.
National Museum of San Matteo
You can study the exhibits at National Museum of San Matteo, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in San Francesco. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.
Court of Pisa
Court of Pisa is just one of the places to see in San Francesco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Church of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria
After visiting Church of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francesco. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Piazza Garibaldi
Find out about the history of Pisa when you spend time at Piazza Garibaldi. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Medici Palace
Learn about the local history of San Francesco when you spend time at Medici Palace. Visit the stunning cathedral and lively bars in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Pisa: Baptistery and Cathedral Ticket with Audio Guide
Massaciuccoli Lake: kayak tour with aperitif
Pisa: Camposanto and Cathedral Entry Tickets and Audio Guide
Pisa Leaning Tower and Cathedral Reserved Entry Ticket with Audio App
Pisa: Opera del Duomo Museum, Cathedral Ticket & Audio Guide
Pisa: Leaning Tower & Cathedral Tickets with Timed Entry
Top hotels in San Francesco
You & Me
"The staff was super friendly and the hotel was pretty clean. Even though the bathrooms were mixte, they were kept clean."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Hotel Bologna
"Very helpful and pleasant staff ,clean room and nice breakfst"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Galilei
"Basic but functional airport hotel. The room was clean, the shower was good, and it worked well for a short stay before a flight. We walked into central Pisa for dinner which took about 30 minutes. There’s a large supermarket nearby, but not much else in the immediate area. One thing to be aware ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Grand Hotel Duomo
"Centrally located, easy access to the shopping and historical sites. Breakfast was nice Italian style....."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hotel La Pace
"I have stayed in this hotel for close to 20 years. It has recently changed owners, but has maintained its charm and friendly staff. It's old, but very well maintained. The location is good. Half a short block to train station, and within walking distance to a charming square and other attractions ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Max Hotel Livorno
"It met our needs."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Francesco
Pisa City Centre
The great bars and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Pisa City Centre. A stop by Leaning Tower or Piazza del Duomo might round out your trip.
