Sapienza, Pisa

Name: Sapienza
Address: Via Domenico Cavalca, 68, Pisa, 56126, Italy
Telephone: +39 391 397 0339

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The Palace of Wisdom in Pisa, founded in the Renaissance period and profoundly renovated in the 20th century, is the main seat of the University of Pisa's Faculty of Law and the University Library of Pisa.

Placed not far from the Lungarno Pacinotti, it occupies the entire block delineated by Via Curtatone and Montanara, the alleys of Sapienza and Ulivo, and finally Via Tanucci, which in turn ends in Piazza Dante. The Palace, in addition to being a true symbol of the University of Pisa, forms a whole with the city: the building and its porticoes are incessantly traversed by students, professors, tourists, and citizens, a sign of the undoubted success that this building, from an urban planning point of view, enjoys among users.

Coordinates: 43°43'4"N, 10°24'0"E

Address

Via Domenico Cavalca, 68Pisa 56126 Italy

Contact

+39 391 397 0339

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Sapienza open?

Sapienza is open:

Monday 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Tuesday 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Wednesday 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Thursday 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Friday 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Saturday 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Sunday 9 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Sapienza?

Nearby attractions include Chiesa di San Frediano, Pisa (1 min walk), Piazza Dante, Pisa (2 min walk), Madonna dei Galletti, Pisa (2 min walk), University of Pisa, Pisa (3 min walk).

How to get to Sapienza by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sapienza:

Bus

Pacinotti 2 • Lines: 13, 2, 21, 4, 5, L/V (3 min walk)
Pacinotti 3 • Lines: E, L/R (4 min walk)

Train

Pisa Centrale (17 min walk)
Pisa San Rossore (19 min walk)