What to do in Lucca

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Aerial top panoramic view of historical centre medieval town Lucca with old buildings, typical orange terracotta tiled roofs and mountain range, hills, blue sky white clouds background, Tuscany, Italy
Aerial top panoramic view of historical centre medieval town Lucca with old buildings, typical orange terracotta tiled roofs and mountain range, hills, blue sky white clouds background, Tuscany, Italy
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Beautiful colorful square - Piazza dell Anfiteatro in Lucca. Tuscany, Italy

Lucca Tourist Attractions & Activities

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Top places to visit

1. Piazza Napoleone

The spacious tree-lined Piazza Napoleone lures thousands of visitors daily with its quaint cafés, intriguing architecture and regular rock concerts. The wide-open plaza, which is Lucca’s principal gathering point, is also known as Piazza Grande. Elisa Bonaparte, who ruled this city between 1805 and 1815, dedicated it to her military brother.
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Piazza Napoleone featuring heritage architecture, a city and street scenes

2. Guinigi Tower

Crowned by a roof garden of holm oaks that are hundreds of years old, Guinigi Tower is one of the most intriguing sights of the Lucchese skyline. The redbrick structure, constructed in the second part of the 1300s, initially bordered the palace of the affluent Guinigi family as an extravagant demonstration of their prosperity.
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Guinigi Tower featuring views, a city and a sunset

3. Piazza dell'Anfiteatro

The Piazza dell’Anfiteatro is a scenic square containing a mix of brightly coloured structures of varying heights. The pavement cafés of one of Lucca’s most attractive plazas contribute to a relaxed vibe where you can enjoy an espresso and people-watch. Construction of the square took place over the ruins of a second-century Roman amphitheatre where chariot races were held. The peaceful square was once the site of epic battles to the death between Roman gladiators in front of lively masses of 10,000 fans.
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Piazza dell\'Anfiteatro which includes outdoor art, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture

4. Basilica of San Frediano

The Basilica di San Frediano attracts visitors with its gold Byzantine mosaic shimmering at the top of its vast façade. The ornate work of art symbolises the Ascension of Christ and features depictions of the Twelve Apostles beneath it. The church’s interior is home to a fascinating collection of artworks and the mummified cadaver of a saint.
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Basilica di San Frediano featuring a church or cathedral, street scenes and heritage architecture

5. Lucca Roman Amphitheatre

Stroll through one of the many archways into Lucca’s Roman Amphitheatre and you’ll notice bright yellow buildings arranged in an elliptical shape, a significant focal point in a unique destination town. Try to imagine the armed gladiators fighting beasts to the death for the entertainment of a roaring crowd. Up to 10,000 spectators once sat in the stands here. Originally an arena for gladiatorial blood sports, the structure became a fortified military base, a warehouse, a prison and eventually, a bustling city square.
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Church of San Michele in Foro which includes outdoor eating

6. Piazza San Michele

Piazza San Michele is the former site of a Roman forum where triumphant processions, public speeches and political affairs took place. It has been one of the city’s central hubs of life for almost two millennia. In present day, travellers and locals like to relax at a restaurant or café surrounded by medieval buildings and a market.
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Piazza San Michele which includes a city, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

7. Palazzo Pfanner

The Palazzo Pfanner is a 17th-century palace known for its murals, walled garden and concerts of classical music. The elegant structure, which was initially built for the affluent Moriconi family in the 1660s, is ornate with baroque fittings and decorations. Over the centuries, it changed hands many times before the Pfanner family, who remain the owners today, purchased it in 1856.
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Palazzo Pfanner which includes outdoor art, art and a city

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Piazza Napoleone featuring cycling, road cycling and heritage architecture

Piazza Napoleone

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

Piazza Napoleone
Guinigi Tower which includes forest scenes and heritage architecture

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.

Guinigi Tower
Piazza dell\'Anfiteatro showing heritage architecture, a house and a 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.

Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
Basilica di San Frediano featuring heritage architecture

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.

Basilica of San Frediano
Church of San Michele in Foro which includes outdoor eating

Lucca Roman Amphitheatre

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

Lucca Roman Amphitheatre
Piazza San Michele which includes a city, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

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.

Piazza San Michele
Palazzo Pfanner showing interior views

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.

Palazzo Pfanner
Cathedral of St Martin featuring religious elements, interior views and a church or cathedral

Cathedral of St Martin

Lucca's sacred religious icon is an imposing structure with elaborate designs that dates back as far as the 11th century.

Cathedral of St Martin
Torre delle Ore which includes heritage architecture and interior views

Torre delle Ore

Climb to the city’s highest point, the summit of a 14th-century clock tower, and relish the unobstructed views of the city of Lucca below.

Torre delle Ore

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Lucca showing a square or plaza, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Lucca Historical Center

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Unique features of Lucca Historical Center include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Piazza Napoleone or Teatro del Giglio while you're exploring the area.

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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.

Pontetetto

 

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lucca worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in Lucca is visit Cathedral of St Martin. Tick this major attraction off your itinerary, then discover more of the area's camping and walking trails.
How do I spend a day in Lucca?
After you've visited key attractions like Palazzo Mansi National Museum and Real Collegio, spend some time discovering the food and retail options in Lucca.
What is the top tourist attraction in Lucca?
Don't leave without checking out Cathedral of St Martin, ranked the top tourist attraction in Lucca.
Is three days enough to stay in Lucca?
You can easily enjoy leading sights like Cathedral of St Martin, Teatro del Giglio and Museum of Torture with a three-day break in Lucca. On average, many travellers book three days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stay a little longer and venture to Pisa.
Is Lucca a walkable city?
It all comes down to what you plan to see and do in Lucca. Several sights, including Cathedral of St Martin and Teatro del Giglio, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander around some of Lucca's best neighbourhoods, Lucca Historical Centre is 0.32 kilometres away from downtown, while Massa Pisana is 3 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Lucca with kids?
If you're searching for sights and tours for all ages, take a look at these excellent ideas for what to do in Lucca with kids.

What to do in Lucca for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or outdoor explorer, there's no shortage of things to do in Lucca for adults including Tenuta del Buonamico and Fattoria Sardigiustiniani s.s.a.
Are there free things to do in Lucca?
In Lucca, Cathedral of St Martin is a must-see spot for anyone looking to see the city without opening their wallet. Also, stroll around the local parks and neighbourhoods, and ask for tips from a local tour guide. It's a great way to discover the best free things to do in Lucca.