It is one of the first example of Botanical Garden in Europe reporting directly to the University. Since its establishment Its rule in the botany study programs has always been relevant.

In the middle of the New Fortress bastions, built by the Florentines as a defence, there is the wide garden wanted by the Scotto family. It is used as public park.

Along the river Arno, the Viale delle Piagge is the most famous and frequented green area of Pisa.