Lucca Historical Center
Lucca





Visit Lucca Historical Center
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.

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

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

Pisa: Baptistery and Cathedral Ticket with Audio Guide

Pisa: Leaning Tower & Cathedral Tickets with Timed Entry

Pisa: Camposanto and Cathedral Entry Tickets and Audio Guide

Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli Half Day Tour from Florence

From Livorno: Bus Transfer to the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Lucca Historical Center Hotel Deals

Hotel Ilaria
The bathroom facilities and shower were excellent, but sadly the room lacked character
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Albergo Celide
Excellent
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

Hotel Rex
Warm, welcoming hotel for a perfect location to discover the beauty that is Lucca.
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

Hotel San Marco
Nous avons apprécié l'accueil,le confort des chambres,le rapport qualité prix
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

San Luca Palace Hotel
Excellent service! Friendly staff, very clean and spacious room and in the centre of all amenities. Highly recommend this hotel!
Reviewed on Jan 27, 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 Dec 27, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Lucca Historical Center

Pontetetto
Though Pontetetto might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Porta San Pietro and Piazza Napoleone.
