Lucca Historical Center Travel Guide
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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.

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.

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.

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.

Palazzo Pfanner
Crowds of travellers and locals are lured to this privately owned 17th-century palace by its acclaimed works of art and walled Italian garden.

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

Excursion to Pisa - Escorted Round Trip by bus

From Livorno: Bus Transfer to the Leaning Tower of Pisa

Pisa: Baptistery and Cathedral Ticket with Audio Guide

Pisa: Leaning Tower & Cathedral Tickets with Timed Entry

Pisa: Camposanto and Cathedral Entry Tickets and Audio Guide
Our pick of the best Lucca Historical Center Hotel Deals

Hotel Ilaria
We are from Scotland and stayed here a week from 8th November. Excellent hotel. Lovely facilities and fantastic quality. Lovely room ( although we would have preferred to be in the main building than the tower), extremely comfortable bed and all facilities first class. The hotel is excellently positioned ...
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Albergo Celide
Excellent
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Hotel San Marco
...You will never want to leave...This hotel and staff are what you would dream to have and not expect from any visit you have at a hotel. From first arrival we were treated like family and made to feel like we were at a new home we had yet to discover. Fabio was simply incredible as was the rest ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

San Luca Palace Hotel
My second visit to this hotel. The staff is amazing, the property historic and clean. Great room, love the stay!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

EXE Toscana
Excellent service and great customer service!!
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Palazzo Dipinto
The hotel is lovely in every respect. The location is perfect, close to the centre of beautiful Lucca, but in a quiet corner. The rooms are lovely. The bathroom was huge and had twin showers. The finishes were tasteful. The staff was welcoming and always helpful. The breakfast was great. We enjoyed ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
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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.

