Province of Pisa — Administrative region in Tuscany, Italy

Overview of the Province of Pisa, an administrative area in Tuscany centered on the city of Pisa. Covers geography from Tyrrhenian coast to hills, 39 comuni, key sites including the Leaning Tower, demographics and governance.

Province of Pisa (Italian: Provincia di Pisa) is an administrative province in the Tuscany region of Italy. Its provincial capital and largest urban centre is the city of Pisa.

Quick facts

Area: 2,448 square kilometres (945 square miles).
Population: according to a 2005 count, 394,101 residents; more recent figures are available from national statistics agencies and local authorities.
Administrative subdivisions: the province comprises 39 comuni.

Geography and administration

The province stretches from coastal zones on the Tyrrhenian Sea inland across lowlands and into hill country. The provincial government is responsible for coordination between the comuni and for certain local services; municipal governments handle day-to-day administration within their territories.

Cultural and tourist highlights

The province is best known internationally for the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the bell tower of the cathedral complex in Pisa, which attracts many visitors each year. Beyond the city, the area contains a mix of historic towns, agricultural land and coastal attractions.