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Is Pisa safe? 🇮🇹
Italy · Safety report last updated
As of October 2026, Pisa scores 85/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — very safe. Pisa is a safe city for travelers, with low crime rates and a high sense of security. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and tourist-targeted scams.
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Pisa 🇮🇹
Italy · Assessed 13 October 2026
85
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime81/100GoodCrime index 47.4 / 100
Sentiment84/100GoodMostly positive
Advisories75Good
Stability77Good
Health88Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
Exercise a high degree of caution
“Canada's official risk level for Italy: exercise a high degree of caution.”
Updated 2026-09-29T04:08:45.526643-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Good
Mugging & robbery risk
Low risk
92
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
Moderate risk
78
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
76 / 100 (Mostly positive)
76
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
110k residents
86
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
0.6 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6Italy0.6World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
98
Robbery / mugging
LowViolent crime, including mugging and armed robbery, is very rare in Pisa.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag-snatching can occur in crowded tourist areas, particularly around the Leaning Tower and the Piazza dei Miracoli.
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03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
84/100
Reported feel76Mostly positive
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
A high percentage of people report feeling safe walking alone after dark, indicating a generally secure environment for visitors.
Pisa is a safe city for travelers, with low crime rates and a high sense of security.
Pisa benefits from Italy's generally low crime rates and high political stability. While official advisories recommend caution for Italy as a whole, Pisa itself presents minimal risk to visitors, with most concerns relating to petty crime in tourist areas.
Recent developments
- Aug 2026An earth tremor shook Tuscany, including Pisa.— The Florentine
- Oct 2023Italian officials considered restricting access to the Leaning Tower due to safety concerns.— TravelWires
- Nov 2023A Palestinian flag was hung from the Leaning Tower of Pisa.— Al Jazeera
- Feb 2024Police beatings of pro-Palestinian schoolchildren in Italy sparked outrage.— Reuters
Common scams
- Distraction theft near major attractions like the Leaning Tower
- Overcharging by taxi drivers or street vendors
Full briefing
Pisa is a safe destination, with a low incidence of violent crime and a strong sense of security reported by residents and visitors alike. The city's overall safety index is very high, reflecting low crime rates and effective governance.
While official advisories for Italy recommend exercising a high degree of caution, this is generally due to broader concerns across the country rather than specific threats within Pisa. Travelers should be aware of the potential for petty crime, such as pickpocketing and bag-snatching, particularly in the highly touristed areas like the Piazza dei Miracoli, home to the Leaning Tower. Scammers may target visitors with distraction techniques or by overcharging.
Recent reports indicate minor incidents like earth tremors and political demonstrations, but these have not posed a direct threat to tourist safety. The city's infrastructure, including healthcare access, is adequate, and air quality is good. Travelers are advised to remain vigilant in crowded areas, secure their valuables, and use reputable transportation services to ensure a smooth and safe visit.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 6 Pisa districts for visitors: 3 safer, 3 needing caution. See them plotted on the Pisa safety map.
Piazza dei MiracolicautionHigh tourist traffic makes it a hotspot for pickpockets.
Centro StoricocautionGenerally safe, but be aware of petty theft in crowded areas, especially after dark.
Porta a LuccacautionCan be busy; exercise vigilance for pickpockets.
San MarcosaferResidential area with low reported crime.
San FrancescosaferWell-trafficked and generally safe, with good public transport links.
Sant'AntoniosaferA more local neighborhood, generally safe for visitors.
07 · After Dark
Is Pisa safe at night?
76% of people in Italy say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2023).
Violent crime, including mugging and armed robbery, is very rare in Pisa.
After dark, be most careful around Piazza dei Miracoli, Centro Storico, Porta a Lucca. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Pisa safety FAQ (2026)
Is Pisa safe right now (2026)?
Pisa is a safe city for travelers, with low crime rates and a high sense of security. Pisa benefits from Italy's generally low crime rates and high political stability. While official advisories recommend caution for Italy as a whole, Pisa itself presents minimal risk to visitors, with most concerns relating to petty crime in tourist areas. (Assessed 13 October 2026.)
Is Pisa safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Pisa report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
Which areas of Pisa should tourists avoid?
No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.
What are the most common scams in Pisa (2026)?
- Distraction theft near major attractions like the Leaning Tower
- Overcharging by taxi drivers or street vendors
How does Pisa compare with other places in Italy (2026)?
Pisa ranks #5 of 9 Italy destinations we've assessed, scoring 85/100. See the Italy safety overview for the full list.
How is this pisa safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 13+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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