Lucca Historical Center
Lucca
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Popular places to visit
Piazza Napoleone
The largest square in Lucca is a favorite spot for socializing. Some of the biggest names in music entertain here.
Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
Unwind in the attractive square where Roman gladiators once fought. For one day of the year it is now completely filled with flowers.
Guinigi Tower
Gaze out over Lucca from one of the city’s most famous landmarks, a medieval tower topped by a collection of oak trees.
Basilica of San Frediano
A Romanesque-style church filled with many notable works of art and the well-preserved body of an 800-year-old saint.
Palazzo Pfanner
A privately owned 17th-century palace that attracts the crowds for the beauty of its artwork 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.
Things to do
Pisa: Baptistery and Cathedral Ticket with Audio Guide
Lucca: Wine Tasting Experience - Tenuta Adamo Winery
Pisa Tower and up to 4 Attractions Tickets with Audio Guide
From Livorno: Bus Transfer to the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Pisa: Leaning Tower & Cathedral Tickets with Timed Entry
Timed Entrance Leaning Tower Pisa and Cathedral with Audio
Top hotels in Lucca Historical Center
Hotel Ilaria
Great location and wonderful hotel.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Albergo Celide
Excellent
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025
Hotel San Marco
The room was very spacious and clean. The welcome was very friendly. Breakfast had lovely freshly made coffee and lots of choice in the buffet.
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
Palazzo Dipinto
Great place! Wonderful staff! Location is also great.
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
EXE Toscana
Excellent service and great customer service!!
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Lucca in Azzurro Maison de Charme
The staff are wonderful - so helpful and friendly without being intrusive. The Maison du Charme lives up to its name - it is charming. A 10 minute walk to the city walls. Excellent breakfast buffet. Comfortable, quiet room.
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Lucca Historical Center
Pontetetto
Though Pontetetto might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Piazza Napoleone and Piazza San Michele.
