Palazzo Blu

On the banks of the Arno, near the famous Ponte di Mezzo, a modern museum captivates art lovers of all kinds:

The Palazzo Blu, located in the center of Pisa, houses a diverse collection and features interesting temporary exhibitions. The permanent collection, spanning from the 14th century to the present day, celebrates the artistic heritage of the city and of Tuscany.

The palace, as we know it today, was built in 1356, when the then ruler of Pisa, Giovanni dell’Agnello, decided to build a residence for himself. In the centuries that followed, this magnificent building was home to various noble families. The distinctive blue color of the façade, which gives the building its name, was likely added to the Palazzo Blu in the 18th or 19th century. It has been open to the public as a museum since 2008.

Art for Everyone

Since 2008, Palazzo Blu has been open to the public as a museum and has established itself as one of Pisa’s most important cultural centers. The permanent collection includes over 300 works spanning eight centuries of art history, featuring artists such as Cecco di Pietro, Nino Pisano, and Benozzo Gozzoli. These are regularly complemented by temporary exhibitions dedicated to major Italian and international artists from various eras: over the years, works by Marcel Duchamp, Wassily Kandinsky, Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, René Magritte, and many others have been exhibited, offering the public a rich and varied panorama ranging from the Renaissance to contemporary art.