Pistoia

Pistoia is in the Tuscany region of Italy with a population of about 100k that gives it a city feel, but it is tightly constructed and easy to get around and through by foot, however the city is rarely visited by tourists. The cities strategic location makes it easy to visit all of Tuscany including Florence (35 km), Lucca (42 km) and Pisa (67 km

Get in

The city is located only 35km from Florence.

By train

• The main East - West train stops here.

See

Although it's not a busy tourist destination, there are many things to see in Pistoia. The city center is rich of ancient streets, squares and churches dating back to the medieval period.

Do

There is a great flea market on Wednesdays and Saturdays in Pistoia. It starts about 7:30 in the morning but is finished by 13:00. Great bargains to be had in clothes and shoes and household items.

Spas

• Montecatini Terme [2]:

• Monsummano Terme [3]:

Sleep

• Hotel Villa Cappugi, Via Collegigliato, 45, ☎ +39 0573.450297 ([email protected], fax: +39 0573 451009), [1].  edit

• Residence Arte Mura, Viale Adua 159, 51100, Pistoia, Italy, Tel: 0039 0573 50181 Fax: 0039 0573 975219, [email protected], [4].

Get out

The town can serve as a handy base camp for exploring the surrounding area.

• Florence.

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