In 2017, Pistoia was named Italian Capital of Culture thanks to its extraordinary artistic heritage and its commitment to promoting culture, tourism, and local identity.
A compact, human-scale city, Pistoia is ideal to explore on foot, wandering through historic squares, medieval alleys, and ancient walls — or by bike, through its green and well-kept neighborhoods.
A crossroads of peoples and cultures, it boasts a territory rich in natural scenery: from the Apennine mountains to cultivated countryside, and the waterways of the lowlands.
Visiting Pistoia today means discovering a hidden gem of Tuscany — still little known, yet deeply charming thanks to its history, art, and warm, welcoming spirit.