Lucca Historical Center Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Piazza Napoleone
4.5/5(4 reviews)
This vast square, where some of the biggest names in showbiz play music, is as large as its namesake’s ego.
Guinigi Tower
4.5/5(7 reviews)
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
4.5/5(6 reviews)
Fierce Roman gladiators took part in epic battles here many centuries ago. Now, you can sit with an espresso and appreciate the tranquil atmosphere.
Lucca Roman Amphitheatre
Emerge from Lucca’s narrow alleys into a unique piazza, built on the remains of an ancient gladiatorial arena.
Cathedral of St Martin
4.5/5(4 reviews)
Lucca's sacred religious icon is an imposing structure with elaborate designs that dates back as far as the 11th century.
City Wall
Marvel at these exceptional and well-preserved ramparts that serve as a scenic tree-lined promenade that entirely encloses this historic city.
Activities
From Livorno Cruise Port: Bus Transfer to Pisa and Lucca
AU$60
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Discover Lucca’s Secrets on a Guided Walking Tour
AU$26
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Private cooking class at a local's home in Lucca
AU$255
per adult
Lucca: Guided Food Walking Tour with Tastings
AU$156
per adult
Lucca: Taste Tuscany on a Full Meal Food Tour by Do Eat Better
AU$160
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Vespa Self Guided Tour Around Luccas Countryside
AU$158
per traveller
Our pick of the best Lucca Historical Center Hotel Deals
Albergo Celide
Viale Giuseppe Giusti 25, Lucca, LU
The price is AU$373 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$373
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (763 reviews)
"Excellent location! Excellent Staff! Excellent food!! Will stay here again when we come back to Lucca!!"
Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2025
EXE Toscana
Viale Europa 1135, Lucca, LU
The price is AU$175 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$175
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (775 reviews)
"Great"
Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025
Hotel Rex
Piazzale Bettino Ricasoli 19, Lucca, LU
The price is AU$198 per night from 25 June to 26 June
AU$198
25 June - 26 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (509 reviews)
"Loved the quirky nature of the property, old fashioned but clean and welcoming a spit away from tge main station and easy walk into tge old town definitely stay again"
Reviewed on 7 Jun. 2025
Hotel San Marco
Via San Marco 368, Lucca, LU
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (535 reviews)
"Good choice at breakfast. Only downside, was no tea or coffee facilities in room. That is the only negative."
Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025
Hotel Ilaria
Via Del Fosso 26, Lucca, LU
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (993 reviews)
"We only stayed one night. Our room was clean and worked well for us. There was a hot tub on a deck outside of our room. A little weird, but no one was in it while we were there. The staff was very helpful and accommodating. They have valet parking, unfortunately the valet damaged our rental car, ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2025
San Luca Palace Hotel
Via San Paolino, 103, Lucca, LU
The price is AU$233 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$233
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (391 reviews)
"The AC in my room was not working but they provided a fan and I was comfortable. The bed was very comfortable, good, free Internet connection and great bathroom."
Reviewed on 22 Jun. 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.