Lucca Historical Center Travel Guide
Visit Lucca Historical Center
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
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.
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
Discover Lucca’s Secrets on a Guided Walking Tour
Lucca Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience
Tasting in a Tuscan Vineyard with transfer from Lucca
Lucca: Aperitivo Evening Food and Wine Tour with 2 Wines
Lucca Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
From Livorno Cruise Port: Bus Transfer to Pisa and Lucca
Our pick of the best Lucca Historical Center Hotel Deals
Reviewed on 22 Oct. 2024
Reviewed on 1 Jan. 2025
Reviewed on 23 Dec. 2024
Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024
Reviewed on 28 Dec. 2024
Reviewed on 29 Dec. 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Lucca Historical Center
Pontetetto
Pontetetto might not have many top sights, but Teatro del Giglio and Piazza Napoleone are two attractions nearby that you can check out.