Scuola Normale Superiore, Pisa

Name: Scuola Normale Superiore
Address: Piazza dei Cavalieri 7, Pisa, Italy

#58 among attractions in Pisa

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The Scuola Normale Superiore is a university institution of higher education based in Pisa and Florence, Tuscany, Italy, currently attended by about 600 undergraduate and postgraduate students. It ranks first in Italy in the Per Capita Performance parameter of the "Academic Ranking of World Universities", second among Italian universities in the "Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019", and first in Italy in the Teaching parameter. ()

Local name: Scuola normale superiore Established: 1810 (214 years ago)Coordinates: 43°43'11"N, 10°24'2"E

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Piazza dei Cavalieri 7Pisa Italy

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Scuola Normale Superiore – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Orto botanico di Pisa, Palazzo della Carovana, Statue of Cosimo I, Domus Galilaeana.

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Arboretum and herbs in botanical gardens
Orto botanico di Pisa, Pisa
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Pisa, Italy, the Orto botanico di Pisa is a serene oasis and a historical gem. Established in 1544 by the renowned botanist Luca Ghini, it holds the distinction of being the first university botanical garden in Europe.
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Ornate art-filled palace and university
Palazzo della Carovana, Pisa
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Pisa, Italy, the Palazzo della Carovana stands as a testament to the city's rich history and architectural heritage. This grand palace, with its intricate façade and historical significance, is a striking feature of Pisa's vibrant urban...
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Monuments and statues
Statue of Cosimo I, Pisa
1 min walk • In the heart of Pisa, Italy, stands the imposing bronze statue of Cosimo I de' Medici, Grand Duke of Tuscany. This grand sculpture is a tribute to the influential leader known for his patronage of the arts and his role in shaping the political landscape of Renaissance...
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Museum, Historical place
Domus Galilaeana, Pisa
5 min walk • Nestled within the historic city of Pisa, Italy, the Domus Galilaeana stands as a testament to the city's rich intellectual heritage. This museum, dedicated to the history of science, is located in a 16th-century building that was once home to the Order of the Knights...
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Renaissance square with Medici statue
Piazza dei Cavalieri, Pisa
1 min walk • Piazza dei Cavalieri, or Knights' Square, is a historic and significant space located in the heart of Pisa, Italy. This square has been the political and social center of the city since the Middle Ages and is renowned for its architectural beauty and historical...
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Tower
Palazzo dell'Orologio, Pisa
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Pisa, Italy, the Palazzo dell'Orologio stands as a historical beacon within the Piazza dei Cavalieri. This ancient tower is not only a testament to the city's rich past but also a striking example of medieval architecture.
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Baths, Historical place
Baths of Nero, Pisa
5 min walk • Nestled within the historic heart of Pisa, Italy, the Baths of Nero are a testament to the city's rich Roman past. These ancient baths, named after the notorious Emperor Nero, offer a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle and advanced engineering that characterized the...
~350 ftW
Romanesque architecture, Church, Sacred and religious sites
San Sisto, Pisa
2 min walk • Nestled within the historical city of Pisa, Italy, San Sisto is a notable church that offers visitors a glimpse into the past with its remarkable architecture and serene ambiance. Though lesser-known than the city's iconic Leaning Tower, San Sisto stands as a testament...
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Church, Baroque architecture
Madonna dei Galletti, Pisa
6 min walk • The Madonna dei Galletti is a Baroque-style, Roman Catholic church in Pisa, region of Tuscany, Italy.
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Church, Sacred and religious sites
Chiesa di Santo Stefano dei Cavalieri, Pisa
1 min walk • Santo Stefano dei Cavalieri is a church in central Pisa located on Piazza dei Cavalieri. Construction began on 17 April 1565 in order to build a church for the Order of Knights of St Stephan, founded by the Grand Duke Cosimo de' Medici to fight Saracen piracy in the Mediterranean.
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Romanesque architecture, Church
Chiesa di San Frediano, Pisa
4 min walk • San Frediano is a Romanesque-style Roman Catholic church in Pisa, Tuscany, Italy. It now functions as the official church of the University of Pisa.

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Which popular attractions are close to Scuola Normale Superiore?

Nearby attractions include Palazzo della Carovana, Pisa (1 min walk), Piazza dei Cavalieri, Pisa (1 min walk), Statue of Cosimo I, Pisa (1 min walk), Chiesa di Santo Stefano dei Cavalieri, Pisa (1 min walk).

How to get to Scuola Normale Superiore by public transport?

The nearest stations to Scuola Normale Superiore:

Bus

Pacinotti 2 • Lines: 13, 2, 21, 4, 5, L/V (6 min walk)
Santa Maria 2 • Lines: Navetta E - L.no Pacinotti - Par (6 min walk)

Train

Pisa San Rossore (18 min walk)
Pisa Centrale (21 min walk)