Private Walking Tour of Pistoia in Tuscany

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Cultural historical walk in a surprising and unexpected city. Contact with local life, culture and food and wine. We will visit the Church of San Andrea with the wonderful pulpit by Giovanni Pisano, a jewel of medieval sculpture. In the Cathedral we will be able to admire the silver altar dedicated to San Jacopo, a marvel of unique goldsmith's art. We will then move on to admire the Robbiane that decorate the facade of the Spedale Del Ceppo, the last and only masterpiece by Giovanni Della Robbia. from medieval legends to Renaissance masterpieces, to the discovery of a hidden city.

What's Included

Professional guide
All Fees and Taxes
Entrance to the churches: San Andrea 2 €. San Giovanni 2 €, San Jacopo Altar 2.50 €

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Political and religious center. One of the most beautiful squares in Italy. Palazzo Comunale: atrium and sculpture by Marino Marini. Cathedral with visit to the silver altar of San Jacopo (admission fee), altarpiece of the Sacred Conversation by Verrocchio, tomb of Cardinal Forteguerri and crucifix by Coppo. Palace of Justice: atrium with frescoes. Baptistery with intact baptismal font from the 13th century. Palazzo dei Vescovi, home to a private museum.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Wonderful Romanesque facade, portal and architrave. Inside of we will see the Pulpit by Giovanni Pisano with wonderful dramatic scenes in bas-relief, an absolute masterpiece of 1301. entrance fee 2 €

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    Silver altar and relic of San Iacopo. Altarpiece of the Sacred Conversation by Verrocchio. Tomb of Cardinal Forteguerri. Crucifix by Coppo da Marcovaldo

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Robbian terracotta frieze. Unique of its kind as they show in detail the seven works of mercy, the last and renowned work of Giovanni della Robbia

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5

    The Visitation of Della Robbia. Pulpit by Fra Guglielmo. 13th century stoup by Nicola Pisano. Giotto altarpiece. Entrance fee 2 €

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by MICHELA GORI

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Culture
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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