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Palazzo Blu

About

Palazzo Blu is one of Pisa’s most distinctive cultural landmarks, a restored aristocratic residence on the southern bank of the Arno. Its striking blue façade—revealed during recent restoration and linked to 18th‑century Russian owners—gives the building its name. The palace dates back to medieval tower houses, later expanded in the 16th century and reshaped in the 19th century into the elegant form seen todayVisit Tuscany. Today Palazzo Blu is a vibrant centre for major temporary exhibitions, hosting works by artists such as Magritte, Duchamp, Kandinsky, Picasso and Warhol. Some rooms house the Museum of Art and Culture of Pisa, offering a journey through local artistic heritage. With its mix of historic architecture and world‑class exhibitions, Palazzo Blu has become a key destination for visitors seeking Pisa’s cultural life beyond the Leaning Tower.

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Location

Palazzo Blu is located at Lungarno Gambacorti 9, on the southern bank of the Arno River in Pisa's historic center, Tuscany, Italy. Its striking blue Gothic facade stands prominently along the lively lungarno promenade, easily accessible by foot from Pisa Centrale station via Corso Italia. Nearby attractions include the Church of Santa Maria della Scala across the river, the medieval shopping street of Borgo Stretto, Piazza Dante, and a short walk to Piazza dei Cavalieri with its Palazzo della Carovana and historic university buildings.

Palazzo Blu

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