Pistoia Zoological Garden: Entry Ticket
Visit one of the widest zoos in Italy deep in the Tuscan countryside
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Step into the quiet elegance of Pistoia, one of Tuscany’s best-kept secrets, where the perfectly preserved Piazza del Duomo shines with the striped marble façade of the Romanesque Cathedral of San Zeno, the octagonal Baptistery of San Giovanni in Corte, and the striking silver altar of Sant’Jacopo—one of the finest examples of medieval silversmithing in Italy—while the Ospedale del Ceppo’s exquisite glazed terracotta frieze by Giovanni della Robbia wraps around the portico in vibrant Renaissance storytelling.
Wander the atmospheric medieval streets lined with Romanesque churches, the 12th-century Palazzo Pretorio with its coats of arms, and hidden courtyards, explore the charming Pistoia Underground tour through ancient Roman streets and medieval cisterns beneath the city, or relax in the peaceful Giardino di Palazzo Buontalenti—all in a compact, walkable gem that perfectly balances rich artistic heritage, authentic Tuscan life, and warm hospitality just 30 minutes from Florence by train.
Savor rich pappardelle al cinghiale (wild boar ragù), creamy pistoiese chestnut soup, sweet brigidini anise cookies, and crisp Carmignano wines amid lively piazzas, silver workshops, and the unmistakable sense of a city that feels like a living open-air museum of medieval and Renaissance Tuscany.
Pistoia isn’t just a destination—it’s Tuscany’s most authentic hidden treasure of art, history, and heartfelt charm—plan your Pistoia escape today!
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