About Pisa Airport

Pisa Airport is the largest airport in Tuscany and one of Italy's major transport hubs. Serving over five million passengers every year, Pisa Airport offers flights to major locations around the globe, including London, Moscow, and Stockholm. The official name of Pisa International Airport is Galileo Galilei Airport. 

Pisa Airport was first opened in the 1930s for use by the Italian Air Force. It was important during World War II and became the base of activity for the US military's 15th Air Force towards the end of the conflict.

Today Pisa Airport is integral to the region's economy and tourism, with over 20 airlines operating services from the airport to over 60 locations. Reaching the center of Pisa from the airport is easy due to its location three miles south of the city.

Things to do in and around Pisa Airport

As the largest airport in Tuscany, Pisa Airport provides plenty to do in between flights. If you have several hours to kill before you fly, you can hop on a train and visit some of the best sights in Pisa, thanks to the airport's train station. Or, if you'd prefer to stay at the airport, you won't be short of great shops and restaurants to enjoy. Here are a few of the best things to do in and around Pisa Airport. 

• Grab a coffee and a bite to eat at one of the airport's many restaurants and cafes. You'll find an array of treats at this airport, from fresh pastries to tasty pizzas to traditional charcuterie boards. 
• Check out Italian fashion at Pisa Airport's various fashion boutiques. Pick out a new dress at Camomilla or a new necklace at Poesia.
• Unwind at the Airport Lounge. This VIP lounge is the ideal place to relax before your flight, with free WiFi, magazines, and newspapers. There's even an open bar in case you fancy a tipple. 
• Escape the hustle and bustle of the airport at Natural Park Migliarino San Rossore. Located just a 20-minute drive from Pisa Airport, Natural Park Migliarino San Rossore offers mile after mile of verdant forests, marshes, and coastline to explore.
• Discover some local art at Palazzo Blu. One of Pisa's best galleries for temporary art exhibitions, Palazzo Blu also contains a rich permanent collection of Renaissance artwork by the likes of Vincenzo Foppa, Taddeo di Bartolo, and Benozzo Gozzoli. 

Transit options at Pisa Airport

• Regional train services (Stazione di Pisa Aeroporto)
• Taxi ranks (Cooperativa Pisana Tassisti)
• Local bus services (SkyBus)

Luggage storage near Pisa Airport

Pisa is a popular tourist destination, thanks to its beautiful architecture, exquisite restaurants, and world-famous landmarks. Before taking a tour of this picture-perfect city, consider finding a place to leave your heavy bags. Bounce has several luggage storage services near Pisa Airport, where you can securely stash your stuff while you discover the best of Pisa. Just hop on the Bounce app, and you'll find several conveniently located luggage storage services within minutes of Pisa Airport. 

Attractions and activities near Pisa Airport

• Leaning Tower of Pisa: The Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of Italy's most famous structures. Construction on the tower started in the 12th century and took nearly 200 years. This famed ball tower leans due to an unstable foundation, which has caused the tower to tilt over four degrees. The tower itself features Romanesque architecture with six layers of white marble arches. The Leaning Tower of Pisa has played a part in many of the city's most famous events, and even Galileo was baptized at the tower in 1565.
  While visiting, ensure you take a classic picture of your trying to push the tower back into position from the Piazza dei Miracoli. If you're planning to climb to the top of the tower, try to book ahead of time. Only a certain number of people are allowed to climb the tower each day, and tickets sell out quickly. You can't bring any bags up the tower with you, so stop by a Pisa Airport luggage storage service beforehand. 
• Cattedrale di Pisa: Pisa Cathedral is another of Pisa's best architectural and historic buildings. While not as well-known as its leaning neighbor, Pisa Cathedral features similar Romanesque architecture, but with subtle Middle East-inspired accents. While the cathedral was first built in the 11th century, a huge fire in the 16th century damaged many of its original pieces of art and religious iconography. One of the most famous pieces to survive the fire was the pulpit designed by the world-famous sculptor and architect Giovanni Pisano. You won't want to wheel your suitcase through this stunning cathedral, so stop by a Pisa Airport luggage storage service first. 
• Camposanto: Camposanto is one of Italy's most interesting cemeteries and is full of iconic frescoes and interesting artifacts. The cemetery features an outdoor courtyard encircled by enclosed archways. Inside the arches are an array of stunning frescoes painted during the 14th century. These frescoes depict religious icons, life, and death. Painted by famed artists Francesco Traini and Bonamico Buffalmacco, Camposanto's frescoes are one of the cemetery's most famous attractions. One of the most famous frescos on display is called the Triumph of Death.
  While strolling around through Camposanto's archways, ensure you check out the archeological collection. Many Roman relics were found in and around Camposanto, including epigraphs and sarcophagi. This collection of ancient artifacts makes Camposanto one of the best archeological museums in Tuscany.