Lucca Historical Center Travel Guide
Lucca
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Popular places to visit
Piazza Napoleone
The largest square in Lucca is a favorite spot for socializing. Some of the biggest names in music entertain here.
Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
Unwind in the attractive square where Roman gladiators once fought. For one day of the year it is now completely filled with flowers.
Guinigi Tower
Gaze out over Lucca from one of the city’s most famous landmarks, a medieval tower topped by a collection of oak trees.
City Wall
Marvel at these exceptional and well-preserved ramparts that serve as a scenic tree-lined promenade that entirely encloses this historic city.
Lucca Roman Amphitheatre
Emerge from Lucca’s narrow alleys into a unique piazza, built on the remains of an ancient gladiatorial arena.
Palazzo Pfanner
A privately owned 17th-century palace that attracts the crowds for the beauty of its artwork and walled Italian garden.
Things to do
From Livorno Cruise Port: Bus Transfer to Pisa and Lucca
£30
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Discover Lucca’s Secrets on a Guided Walking Tour
£13
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Carrara Marble Tour by van from Lucca or Pisa
£130
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lucca: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tastings
£78
per adult
Vespa Self Guided Tour Around Luccas Countryside
£79
per traveller
Volterra Tour + Salt Mine by van from Lucca, Pisa or Livorno Port
£130
per adult
Top hotels in Lucca Historical Center
Hotel Ilaria
Via Del Fosso 26, Lucca, LU
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (992 reviews)
"Perfect location, quiet, clean, great breakfast and happy hour, staff very nice and helpful."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025
EXE Toscana
Viale Europa 1135, Lucca, LU
The price is £85 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£85
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (787 reviews)
"Ok"
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Albergo Celide
Viale Giuseppe Giusti 25, Lucca, LU
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (779 reviews)
"Met by Sonia in reception who was just so very helpful. Hotel provided us with bikes to explore the town. Such fun. Then Ricardo helped us get tickets to the Puccini concert in the San Giovanni. We loved Lucca and it was in no small part owing to the lovely people we met in the hotel and in the ..."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
San Luca Palace Hotel
Via San Paolino, 103, Lucca, LU
The price is £112 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£112
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (400 reviews)
"Great historical hotel with spacious rooms and nice furnishings/design. The concierge was lovely and the breakfast was spectacular. I got a great deal on a large room and would definitely stay there again when I’m in Lucca. I also liked the outdoor patio where you can people walk and just relax. ..."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Hotel San Marco
Via San Marco 368, Lucca, LU
The price is £127 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£127
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (558 reviews)
"Hotel San Marco was a wonderful place to stay in Lucca. The location is great—just a short walk from the beautiful walled city, making it easy to explore. The swimming pool was a nice bonus, perfect for relaxing after sightseeing. Fabio at the front desk was outstanding—friendly, helpful, and even ..."
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
Hotel Rex
Piazzale Bettino Ricasoli 19, Lucca, LU
The price is £98 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
£98
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (523 reviews)
"Very nice family friendly and charming hotel, conveniently located close to the train station for a visit to beautiful Lucca."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Lucca Historical Center
Pontetetto
Pontetetto might not have many top sights, but Piazza Napoleone and Cathedral of St Martin are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
- Piazza Napoleone
- Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
- Guinigi Tower
- City Wall
- Lucca Roman Amphitheatre
- Palazzo Pfanner
- Cathedral of St Martin
- Church of San Michele in Foro
- Piazza San Michele
- Basilica of San Frediano
- Teatro del Giglio
- Torre delle Ore
- San Giovanni Church
- Piazza Santa Maria
- San Micheletto Complex
- Porta Santa Maria
- Lucca Courthouse
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