Dive into the heart of Lucca's history with a guided tour of the Mint Museum, a fascinating experience dedicated to one of the most important places in the city's economic, artistic and political memory. Accompanied by an expert guide, you will discover the role of coinage in daily life, trade and Lucca's identity, journeying through centuries of history told through metals, symbols, techniques and ancient craftsmanship.

The tour will take you to discover the tradition of the Lucca Mint, one of the most significant testimonies to the city's past. Over the centuries, Lucca was a wealthy, independent center deeply connected to trade: its coinage reflects this strength, showing how a city could assert its prestige, independence and power even through its own coins.

During the guided tour, you will see coins, reproductions, tools and materials related to minting up close, gaining an understanding of the technical and artisanal work behind each piece. Your guide will help you decipher details that are often invisible at first glance: coats of arms, inscriptions, figures, signs of authority and political messages stamped into the metal.

The route is designed to make the visit engaging even for those who are not familiar with numismatics. It will not be just an explanation of ancient coins, but a journey through the history of Lucca through tangible objects, interesting facts and stories that connect the museum to the city, its walls, its trade and its identity.

You will learn how a coin was made, what tools were used, why certain symbols were so important, and how the Mint helped to convey the city's prestige over time. Each room thus becomes a chapter in a broader story: that of a hardworking, refined Lucca, proud of its autonomy.

This guided tour is ideal for those who love history, art, local curiosities and authentic cultural experiences. It is also perfect for first-time visitors to Lucca who want to go beyond the most popular itineraries and enter a unique museum, full of details and deeply connected to the soul of the city.

An original and surprising experience to discover Lucca from a different perspective: not only through its squares, churches and palaces, but through the coins that have told the story of its wealth, identity and memory. At the end of the tour, you will receive a complimentary commemorative coin that will be minted right in front of you.