Lucca Historical Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Lucca Historical Center
Popular places to visit

Piazza Napoleone
This vast square, where some of the biggest names in showbiz play music, is as large as its namesake’s ego.

Guinigi Tower
This medieval tower crowned by an array of oak trees is one of Lucca’s most iconic landmarks and contains a spectacular vista of the city.

Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
Fierce Roman gladiators took part in epic battles here many centuries ago. Now, you can sit with an espresso and appreciate the tranquil atmosphere.

Basilica of San Frediano
Visit this Romanesque church to see many acclaimed artworks and the well-preserved corpse of a saint from 800 years ago.

Lucca Roman Amphitheatre
Emerge from Lucca’s narrow alleys into a unique piazza, built on the remains of an ancient gladiatorial arena.

Piazza San Michele
This pleasant square was the site of a Roman forum many centuries ago. Now, it is a spacious plaza with cafés, bars and an unfinished church from the 1100s.
Activities

Florence: Pisa Tour through Tuscan Hills & Optional Tower Entry

From Livorno: Bus Transfer to the Leaning Tower of Pisa

Pisa: Baptistery and Cathedral Ticket with Audio Guide

Pisa: Camposanto and Cathedral Entry Tickets and Audio Guide

Lucca: Wine Tasting Experience - Tenuta Adamo Winery

From Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Chianti Tour with Lunch & Wine
Our pick of the best Lucca Historical Center Hotel Deals

Albergo Celide

Hotel Ilaria
Courteous staff. Clean and comfortable room. Great breakfast buffet each morning.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Hotel Rex
Warm, welcoming hotel for a perfect location to discover the beauty that is Lucca.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Hotel San Marco
Nous avons apprécié l'accueil,le confort des chambres,le rapport qualité prix
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Palazzo Dipinto
The room was well-appointed, comfortable, and impeccably clean. The hotel’s location is perfect — just steps from the train station, restaurants, and cafés, making it incredibly easy to explore Lucca and the surrounding area. The staff were genuinely helpful, and every restaurant recommendation they ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

San Luca Palace Hotel
Fabulous staff and comfortable room. Could do with a kettle in the room
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Lucca Historical Center

Pontetetto
Pontetetto might not have many top sights, but Porta San Pietro and Teatro del Giglio are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

