Chiesa di Santa Maria della Spina is a small church in Pisa, Italy. It has beautiful decorations like sculptures and ornate designs. Built in the 13th century, it honors the Virgin Mary. Sadly, you can only appreciate its stunning Gothic architecture and delicate spires from the outside as it is not open for entry.

Is it small? Yes But also so gorgeous. It's definitely worth walking by it, stop and take a minute to admire it.

It's a rare gothic church that can be found in Italy. The church is right by the river. I honestly love the fact that the road and path pass by it shows the importance of the preservation of cultural heritage. Compared to the exterior the interior is quite bland but nonetheless, the church is a masterpiece. Fun fact the former name of this church is Santa Maria di Pontenovo, named after a fallen bridge which was never rebuilt.

Very beautiful little church. It’s very old but very well maintained. Unfortunately when I visited I couldn’t go inside. But even from outside is very beautiful.

An interesting sight in a place where it’s not commonly placed.

Nice baby face.

A small church standing on the edge of the road near the river.

The architecture of this church is so beautiful. I would definitely swing by here for a quick visit if you’re in the area.

Santa Maria della Spina is a wonderful little Gothic church in Pisa, on the left bank of the Arno River. Built in 1230 The facade is decorated by the most outstanding Italian sculptors of that time - Giovanni Pisano, Lupo di Francesco, Andrea Pisano and his son.

Small architectural gem of Pisa. The level of decoration details on its facade is unbelievable!

Nice to see. But cant go inside only walk around.

Nothing to see. A quaint religious building on the banks of the river. Something you would walk past and maybe take a photo as a reminder that’s all.

Worth seeing inside (unlike the duomo cathedral which is empty and have a long queue)

It is a beautiful little church, full of history and amazing architecture. We went in as there was an exhibition taking place by an infamous artist. I had been living there before but never seen the doors open. Definitely worth a quick walk around should you get the opportunity.

A tiny gothic gem. It is not often that buildings so thoroughly Gothic can be found in Italy. This tiny but gorgeous church can be found on the bank of the river Arno, you can find it while taking an evening stroll along the river

Nice little church on the way to Leaning tower of Pisa..Great view along the river.

Beautiful small gothic style church in Pisa town next to Arno river.

A must see mini church in Pisa! It's actually right beside of a road! It's pretty and worth a visit!

Cute church, very ornate and unusual looking. You will go past it if walking from the station to the main square.

The church is on the river quite near to the center and is very pretty. I believe they are currently doing building work as we couldn't go inside (June 2019) and there was scaffolding on the outside so you couldn't see the two side ends. We weren't there on a Sunday so not sure if Sunday mass is still held in the church each week.

A very beautiful and small church beside river on the way to Pisa tower (you can take bus same as going to Pisa Tower; Lam Rossa)

Away from all the hype of Pisa itself is this stunning place.... You need to cross over the bridge near the river to get the true beauty of the building. It's a gem in an otherwise simple river street

One of my favorite things in Pisa. Sweet little church on the river’s sidewalk.