Lucca Historical Center
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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.

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.

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.

Palazzo Pfanner
A privately owned 17th-century palace that attracts the crowds for the beauty of its artwork and walled Italian garden.

Piazza San Michele
Once the site of the Roman forum during ancient times, now this piazza is a delightful square of bars, cafés and an unfinished 12th-century church.

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

Lucca: Wine Tasting Experience - Tenuta Adamo Winery

Pisa: Baptistery and Cathedral Ticket with Audio Guide

From Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Chianti Tour with Lunch & Wine

visita guidata a Lucca: ITALIANO or ENGLISH (2 guides)

From La Spezia: Florence and Pisa Shore Excursion

Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli Half Day Tour from Florence
Top hotels in Lucca Historical Center

Albergo Celide

Hotel Ilaria
The hotel was not so easy to reach by car with the help of google maps do to road blocks but when we got there the hotel staff was there to help and park the car for us. The hotel appears newly renovated, nice and clean. Breakfast was good, coffee’s were great. And to top it all there was a “Happy ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Hotel Rex
Lovely old 3-star property right outside the wall. Clean in all areas. Super friendly staff from Front Desk to breakfast to room maids. Great self-serve breakfast and a variety of teas and cookies in the hallways for guests to serve themselves. The room had all the amenities you need. Hotel is near ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

San Luca Palace Hotel
Room was very comfortable but starting to need a refresh. The bathroom was larg, but the shower was over a very deep bath, which made access and exiting a little difficult, as we are both in our late 70's. Location was excellent, a 1 minute walk from the bus station near the Porta Sant Anna at the ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Palazzo Dipinto
The room was well-appointed, comfortable, and impeccably clean. The hotel’s location is perfect — just steps from the train station, restaurants, and cafés, making it incredibly easy to explore Lucca and the surrounding area. The staff were genuinely helpful, and every restaurant recommendation they ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Hotel San Marco
Ottima la pulizia e il personale sempre presente, ottima anche la colazione e i vari servizi. Es biciclette, ombrelli erc
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Lucca Historical Center

Pontetetto
Pontetetto might not have many top sights, but Porta San Pietro and Piazza Napoleone are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
