Pisa to Marina di Pisa: Bike Tour on Trammino Cycle Path

Pedal Through Pisa's Countryside to the Tuscan Coast

You cycle 20 kilometers round trip from central Pisa to the Tuscan coast on a flat, dedicated path through countryside and pine forests. The self-guided app navigates you past the Arno delta and traditional fishing nets to Marina di Pisa, where you swim, eat, or rest before riding back at your own pace. Bike, repair kit, and locker are all included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Bike tour from Pisa to the sea

• Visit Basilica of San Piero a Grado
• Cycle along Trammino Cycle Path
• Pass by Port of Pisa marina
• Admire Mouth of the Arno River
• See traditional retoni fishing nets
• Reach Marina di Pisa coastline
• Enjoy free time at the sea
• Cycle back to Pisa at own pace

The experience

The bike shop owner hands you the pump and repair kit without much fuss, she's done this a hundred times, and points to the app on your phone. "Trammino is flat, very easy," she says, and she's right. You clip in and roll out of the city, and within ten minutes the Leaning Tower is behind you and the countryside opens up. The Trammino Cycle Path is exactly what the name promises: a dedicated route that runs roughly 10 kilometers from Pisa to Marina di Pisa, following the old tram line through farmland, past the Basilica of San Piero a Grado (a 10th-century Romanesque church that sits quietly by the path), and into protected natural areas where the air smells like pine and salt water is still miles away.

The ride itself is the point. You're not rushing to a viewpoint or checking off a landmark. You're just moving through the landscape at your own speed, watching the terrain shift from suburban streets to open fields to the Arno delta, where the river widens and the light changes. The retoni fishing nets appear first, traditional wooden structures that have been there for centuries, and then the Port of Pisa comes into view: sailboats and yachts clustered at the mouth of the river where it meets the Mediterranean. The self-guided app keeps you on track, but there's no guide talking at you, no group waiting for stragglers. You stop when you want, move when you want.

Marina di Pisa itself is low-key: a working marina, not a resort town. You can swim if the water looks good, eat fresh seafood at one of the waterfront places, or grab gelato and sit on the beach for an hour doing nothing. The ride back follows the same path, so there are no surprises, just the rhythm of pedaling and the knowledge that you've crossed from one Pisa to another without ever getting on a bus. The locker back at the shop holds your things while you're out, and the bike rental is included, so there's nothing to arrange once you're rolling.

What’s included

• Your day includes bike rental, a self-guided app with the Trammino Cycle Path route, a pump and repair kit for any issues, a phone holder to follow directions, and a locker to store your belongings while you're out.
• Specialized infant seats are available if you're traveling with small children.
• You arrange your own timing and stops, so the experience is entirely at your pace.

Options for this experience

2 options

Touring bike for the road to the sea8 departure times: the first at 09:30, the last at 14:00Duration: 5 hours. Touring bike for the road to the sea

E-bike ride from Pisa to the sea8 departure times: the first at 09:30, the last at 14:00E-bike ride from Pisa to the sea: Think it's too hot to cycle to the sea? With our e-bike you'll reach the sea without any strain!

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesFriday and Saturday8 departure times: the first at 09:30, the last at 14:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (18 to 69 years) · Senior (70 and older) · Youth (11 to 17 years) · Child (4 to 10 years) · Infant (1 to 3 years)

GroupPrivate

Audio guideEnglish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Smile & Ride

Is this one for you?A good fit if you want to see Pisa beyond the tower without booking a guided tour or arranging transport: the flat path and included app mean you just show up and ride. Plan for a half-day out. The round trip is about 20 kilometers, which is manageable for families and casual cyclists, and the pace is entirely yours.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 17 years); Child (4 to 10 years); Infant (1 to 3 years).

How long does the Pisa to Marina di Pisa bike ride take?

Around 1.5 to 2 hours each way, depending on your pace and stops. The route is flat and roughly 10 kilometers.

What is the Trammino Cycle Path?

A dedicated cycling route that follows the old tram line from Pisa to Marina di Pisa, running through countryside, pine forests, and the Arno delta.

Is the bike tour guided or self-guided?

Self-guided. You use an app on your phone to navigate, and you set your own pace and stops.

What's included in the bike tour?

Bike rental, a self-guided app, a pump and repair kit, a phone holder, and a locker for your belongings.

Can I swim at Marina di Pisa?

Yes, there is free time at the coast to swim, eat, or relax before cycling back.

Is there a minimum age or height requirement?

E-bikes have a minimum height requirement of 145 cm. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels.

What should I bring?

A passport or ID card and a physical credit card for the security deposit at check-in.

Are there facilities at Marina di Pisa?

Yes, there are restaurants serving fresh seafood, gelato shops, and a beach area where you can rest.