Palazzo Blu, Pisa

Name: Palazzo Blu
Address: Lungarno Gambacorti, 9, Pisa, 56125, Italy
Telephone: +39 050 220 4650

#28 among attractions in Pisa

Museum, Specialty museum, Art gallery, Art museum

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Facts and practical information

Palazzo Blu is a center for temporary exhibitions and cultural activities located in 9 Lungarno Gambacorti, in the heart of the historic center of Pisa, Italy. This museum is managed by the Fondazione Palazzo Blu, and is located in the Palazzo Giuli Rosselmini Gualandi, ancient palace restored by the Fondazione Pisa. Its name comes from the blue color uncovered during an architectural recent restoration, and attributable to the taste of Russian owners who acquired the Palazzo in the eighteenth century. ()

Local name: Palazzo Giuli Rosselmini Gualandi Architectural style: RenaissanceCoordinates: 43°42'55"N, 10°23'60"E

Address

Lungarno Gambacorti, 9Pisa 56125 Italy

Contact

+39 050 220 4650

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Day trips

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Palazzo Blu open?

Palazzo Blu is open:

Monday 10 am - 7 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 7 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 7 pm
Thursday 10 am - 7 pm
Friday 10 am - 7 pm
Saturday 10 am - 8 pm
Sunday 10 am - 8 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Palazzo Blu?

Nearby attractions include Santa Cristina, Pisa (1 min walk), Comune di Pisa, Pisa (1 min walk), Piazza Chiara Gambacorti, Pisa (2 min walk), St. Mary Magdalene Church, Pisa (2 min walk).

How to get to Palazzo Blu by public transport?

The nearest stations to Palazzo Blu:

Bus

Gambacorti 1 • Lines: 14, 2, 4, 5, L/R, L/V (2 min walk)
Mazzini 1 • Lines: 14, 2, 4, L/R, L/V (2 min walk)

Train

Pisa Centrale (13 min walk)
Stazione Centrale (15 min walk)