🇮🇹 Pisa, Italy
B&B La Sicilia a Tavola
📍 Via Contessa Matilde, 5, 56123 Pisa PI, Italy
Your stay — B&B La Sicilia a Tavola
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The Property — B&B La Sicilia a Tavola
This is a small, family-run B&B housed in a converted townhouse, about a 15-minute walk from the Leaning Tower. It offers four simple, clean rooms, each named after a Tuscan dish, and a small kitchen where host Silvia prepares a generous breakfast of local cold cuts, cheese and pastries. It’s not fancy — the street outside can be noisy and the decor is dated — but you get a genuine slice of everyday Pisan life. Best for independent travellers who prefer character and personal recommendations over chain-hotel anonymity.
Chronicles of Pisa
Pisa was a powerful maritime republic in the 11th-13th centuries, its wealth funding the distinctive Pisan-Romanesque architecture of the Piazza dei Miracoli. The city’s fortunes declined after a defeat by Genoa in 1284 and the silting of its port, leaving the Campo dei Miracoli frozen in time. The university, founded in 1343, has long defined the city’s character — Galileo lectured here. Today, Pisa is a mid-size student city (under 90,000 residents) where tourism clusters heavily around the tower, but the rest of the historic centre remains lively with bars, markets and a strong local identity.
Best Time to Visit
Full Pisa guide →Best months
May, June and September offer warm, pleasant weather (22-28°C) with fewer crowds than July-August, making sightseeing and walking around comfortable.
Peak / festival surge
August is peak tourist season, with scorching heat (often above 35°C) and the entire city packed. Hotel prices can double or triple. The Luminara di San Ranieri (16-17 June) and Gioco del Ponte (last Sunday of June) also spike demand significantly.
Budget shoulder season
April (mild, 15-20°C, fewer visitors) and October (cooler, still sunny, low rates) are the best budget shoulder months for discounts and calm exploration.
Weather & packing
Pisa can get sudden Atlantic rain showers even in summer, so always carry a compact umbrella in your day bag. Pack light layers: a breathable cotton shirt plus a thin waterproof jacket.
Live City Briefing — Pisa
- Pisa’s Piazza dei Miracoli is undergoing a 5-year restoration of the Cathedral’s facade, with scaffolding partially obscuring views — check before booking specific photography sessions.
- From June 2026, the city is trialling a new pedestrian zone around Via Santa Maria, the main route from the station to the tower, restricting vehicle access until 22:00 daily — plan walking instead of driving.
- A new seasonal direct train service from Pisa Centrale to Lucca (30 min) runs hourly from 1 June to 30 September, making a day trip easier than before.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jun 2026Before you check in to B&B La Sicilia a Tavola, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ask for a room facing the inner courtyard rather than the street – 3-star hotels in central Pisa can pick up traffic noise, and a courtyard side is usually quieter. Higher floors (if available) also cut street-level rumble.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms next to the lift or stairwell – thin internal walls in older budget hotels often don’t block clatter or voices. Also skip rooms directly above the breakfast area if you value a lie-in; kitchen prep starts early.
Best views
A room facing the courtyard or a side street offers some charm without constant traffic. Avoid rooms with a direct view of the main road or any late-opening bar or restaurant across the street.
Quietest floors
Top floor tends to be quietest – less foot traffic above you, and further from street noise if the hotel has single glazing. In summer, top-floor rooms might be warmer unless well air-conditioned.
🔊 Noise notes
Many 3-star hotels in Pisa have original wooden windows that aren’t soundproofed. If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs regardless of room choice. Weekday mornings can be noisy from delivery lorries near the historic center.
Insider tips
1. Book direct with the hotel – they often offer free upgrades or a better room assignment than third-party sites. 2. Email a week ahead to request a quiet courtyard-facing room; mention you’re a light sleeper and they’ll likely note it.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — B&B La Sicilia a Tavola
Free Wi-Fi via single SSID; average throughput 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload. No login or time limit.
No lift. Guest rooms are on first and second floors reachable by stairs only.
No complimentary newspapers. The lounge has a small stack of free tourist magazines. Building is a converted 19th-century townhouse with original terracotta floors.
Check-in 14:00–20:00; late arrivals after 20:00 by prior arrangement only, €20 fee. Check-out by 10:30; late check-out until 13:00 for €30 if available. Bag drop accepted from 12:00.
Free storage in locked luggage room behind reception. For stays after check-out, available until 18:00.
No step-free entry. Two steps at main door; no ramps. Rooms and bathrooms not adapted for wheelchair users. No accessible toilet on ground floor.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is 'Parcheggio Via Contessa Matilde' 200m away, €12 per 24h, no reservation. No EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3 per person per night up to 5 nights (excluding minors under 14). Collected in cash at check-in.
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via credit card link at booking. A €50 incidental hold placed on card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa del Sacro Cuore (351 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Battistero di San Giovanni (474 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Chiara (631 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta (632 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Giardino Pietro Pfanner — 353 m · ~4 min walk
Museo delle Sinopie — 555 m · ~7 min walk
Teatro Ernesto Rossi — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 273 m · ~3 min walk
Farmacia Comunale nº 5 — 282 m · ~4 min walk
La Mecca SNC — 313 m · ~4 min walk
Pisa San Rossore — 217 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Pisa airport or near the Leaning Tower, which charge high fees and poor rates.
Contactless cards and Apple Pay/Google Pay are widely accepted in supermarkets, chain shops and most restaurants; smaller cafés and market stalls may be cash-only.
Not expected. Round up to the nearest euro in restaurants for good service; leaving small change for hotel cleaners or rounding up a taxi fare is appreciated but optional.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A caffè (espresso) at the bar counter costs about €1.10–€1.30; cheaper than table service which adds a surcharge.
A pizza al taglio (pizza by the slice) or a focaccia panino from a bakery costs around €5–€7 with a drink.
A pasta or pizza main course in a local trattoria costs about €10–€15; avoid restaurants directly on Piazza dei Miracoli.
Near the train station and along Via San Martino you'll find cheap kebab shops, pizza al taglio outlets and tripe sandwiches (lampredotto not typical here, but porchetta panini are common).
Conad, Coop and Lidl are the main budget supermarkets in this area, with basic pasta, sauce, bread and beer for under €10.
OVS and upim on Corso Italia offer cheap basics; the Saturday morning market in Piazza della Repubblica has decent budget clothing and footwear.
Buy a €1.50 single bus ticket from a tabacchi (valid 70 mins) or a €4.50 day pass. From Pisa airport, take the PisaMover shuttle to the station (€5) or walk into town (20–25 mins).
Eat lunch at a bar or bakery instead of a sit-down restaurant; fill a reusable water bottle at the public taps (fontanella) around town; skip the tower climb (€18) and view it from the nearby Piazza dei Miracoli grass for free.
Good to know — Pisa
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Emergency Contacts
PisaFor non-urgent help from the UK consulate in Pisa: +39 050 598 211. Tourist police (Policia Turistica) can be reached at 112. In an emergency, dial 112 for any service — it connects you to the single European emergency number.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Pisa, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at B&B La Sicilia a Tavola
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 273 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Comunale nº 5 — 282 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Pisa Centrale railway station → Via Santa Giulia stop (near Casa Canonica)
💡 Bus stop is just outside the station's south exit. Validate your ticket in the machine inside the bus – fines are steep for unvalidated ones.
Pisa Centrale railway station → Casa Canonica (walk from Piazza dei Miracoli)
💡 No train stop right at the hotel – this is just for regional day trips. Best used to get from Florence to Pisa Centrale, then walk 20 mins through the old town.
Pisa Centrale railway station → Bed and Breakfast La Rondine (near Piazza dei Miracoli)
💡 From the station it's a short train hop to Pisa San Rossore station (closest to the Leaning Tower). Alight there and it's a 5-minute walk to La Rondine.
Pisa Centrale railway station → Bed and Breakfast La Rondine (stop: 'Piazza dei Miracoli' or 'Porta a Lucca')
💡 Single tickets cost €1.50 and are valid 70 minutes—buy from tabacchi or ticket machines. Validate inside the bus immediately. LAM Rossa is fastest for the Tower area.
Pisa Centrale station → Il Polveraio Casa Vacanze Agriturismo (stop: Via di Gello)
💡 Get the single ticket at any tabacchi or newsstand before boarding; exact change for the driver if you buy on board. The stop is a short walk along the dirt lane to the agriturismo.
Pisa International Airport (PSA) → Bed and Breakfast La Rondine
💡 Always use the white taxis with a meter—avoid unlicensed drivers offering 'flat rates' at arrivals. Typical fare to the city centre is €15-20; confirm before setting off.
Pisa International Airport (PSA) → Casa Canonica (Via Santa Giulia)
💡 Flat rate to city centre is €15; confirm before you get in. For late arrivals, pre-book via +39 050 541600.
Pisa Aeroporto station (connected to arrivals) → Pisa Centrale (then bus or walk to agriturismo)
💡 Trains run direct from the airport platform; validate your ticket in the yellow machine before boarding. From Pisa Centrale, switch to bus 4 or walk 30 mins east along Via di Gello.
Pisa Airport (PSA) or Pisa Centrale → Hotel Otellino, Pontedera
💡 Take the Pisa Mover from the airport to Pisa Centrale (5 min, €2.80), then catch bus line 155 or 151 from the station to Pontedera. Get off at 'Pontedera Stazione FS' stop – hotel is a 5-minute walk. Check Autolinee Toscane app for real-time bus schedules; Sunday buses can be sporadic.
Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) → Il Polveraio Casa Vacanze Agriturismo
💡 Book ahead via phone or app to avoid the airport surcharge. Fixed price to the city outskirts – confirm before you get in.
Pisa Centrale station → Pontedera-Casciana Terme station
💡 This is the fastest and most reliable local option. From the airport, take the Pisa Mover (€2.80, 5 min) to Pisa Centrale, then buy a regional train ticket from the automated machines or app (Trenitalia). The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Pontedera station – head south on Via Cavour. Avoid rush-hour (7:30-9:00, 17:00-19:00) if you want a seat.
Pisa Airport (PSA) or Florence Airport (FLR) → Hotel Otellino, Pontedera
💡 Shared shuttles like 'GoOpti' or 'Tuscany Bus' run from both airports to Pontedera – book at least 24h in advance for best rates. Cheaper than a private taxi, but you might wait 20-30 min for other passengers. Alternatively, use an app like Welcome Pickups for a fixed-price private transfer (around €50).
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at B&B La Sicilia a Tavola?
Ask for a room facing the inner courtyard rather than the street – 3-star hotels in central Pisa can pick up traffic noise, and a courtyard side is usually quieter. Higher floors (if available) also cut street-level rumble.
Which rooms should I avoid at B&B La Sicilia a Tavola?
Avoid rooms next to the lift or stairwell – thin internal walls in older budget hotels often don’t block clatter or voices. Also skip rooms directly above the breakfast area if you value a lie-in; kitchen prep starts early.
Is B&B La Sicilia a Tavola noisy?
Many 3-star hotels in Pisa have original wooden windows that aren’t soundproofed. If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs regardless of room choice. Weekday mornings can be noisy from delivery lorries near the historic center.
Which rooms have the best views at B&B La Sicilia a Tavola?
A room facing the courtyard or a side street offers some charm without constant traffic. Avoid rooms with a direct view of the main road or any late-opening bar or restaurant across the street.
What are insider tips for staying at B&B La Sicilia a Tavola?
1. Book direct with the hotel – they often offer free upgrades or a better room assignment than third-party sites. 2. Email a week ahead to request a quiet courtyard-facing room; mention you’re a light sleeper and they’ll likely note it.
What time is check-in at B&B La Sicilia a Tavola?
Check-in at B&B La Sicilia a Tavola is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does B&B La Sicilia a Tavola have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi via single SSID; average throughput 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload. No login or time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at B&B La Sicilia a Tavola?
€3 per person per night up to 5 nights (excluding minors under 14). Collected in cash at check-in.
Where can I eat cheaply near B&B La Sicilia a Tavola?
A pizza al taglio (pizza by the slice) or a focaccia panino from a bakery costs around €5–€7 with a drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from B&B La Sicilia a Tavola?
Buy a €1.50 single bus ticket from a tabacchi (valid 70 mins) or a €4.50 day pass. From Pisa airport, take the PisaMover shuttle to the station (€5) or walk into town (20–25 mins).
When is the best time to visit Pisa?
May, June and September offer warm, pleasant weather (22-28°C) with fewer crowds than July-August, making sightseeing and walking around comfortable.
Top Attractions in Pisa
💡 The best free section starts near Porta Nuova and runs behind Piazza dei Miracoli. It's shaded in the afternoon and gives a good perspective of the tower.
💡 Start at the Ponte della Fortezza and walk east – you'll see fewer tourists and more locals fishing or jogging.
💡 Go at sunrise or late evening to avoid crowds and get a clear shot of the tower. The square is quietest around 7am.
💡 Go just before sunset to avoid crowds and get softer light for photos. The lawns close at dusk.
💡 Arrive before 9am for near-empty views of the Leaning Tower, especially in summer. The lawn is free to sit on.
💡 Free entry only with a same-day ticket from the ticket office. Get one early; they're limited and often run out by late morning.
💡 Look for the bas-reliefs on the Palazzo della Carovana facade—they depict zodiac signs and classical figures. Best in late afternoon light.
💡 Go at sunrise or late evening for fewer crowds and better light; you don't need to pay to see the tower from outside.