Lucca Historical Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic cathedral with intricate architecture and a tall bell tower.
A historic town with terracotta-roofed buildings, a prominent clock tower, and a tall church tower.
A historic tower with a clock, surrounded by red-tiled rooftops and a mountainous backdrop.
A classical garden with statues, a fountain, and a building in the background.
A lively street scene with outdoor cafes and shops.

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A tree-lined street with parked bicycles, pedestrians, and historic buildings.

Piazza Napoleone

8.8/10 (517 reviews)
Lucca’s largest square is a communal hub and is where some of the biggest names in music perform.
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Activities

From Livorno Cruise Port: Bus Transfer to Pisa and Lucca

From Livorno Cruise Port: Bus Transfer to Pisa and Lucca

NZ$61
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
From Livorno Cruise Port: Bus Transfer to Pisa and Lucca
Dining experience at a Cesarina's home in Lucca

Dining experience at a local's home in Lucca

NZ$221
per adult
Dining experience at a local's home in Lucca
Walking Tour of Lucca History Culture way of life English only

2h Lucca Walking Tour with Local Guide in ENGLISH Top Highlights

NZ$36
per adult
2h Lucca Walking Tour with Local Guide in ENGLISH Top Highlights
Discover Lucca’s Secrets on a Guided Walking Tour

Discover Lucca’s Secrets on a Guided Walking Tour

NZ$30
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Discover Lucca’s Secrets on a Guided Walking Tour
Livorno Hop On Hop Off and Pisa Shore Excursion from Livorno

Livorno Hop On Hop Off and Pisa Shore Excursion from Livorno

NZ$65
per adult
Livorno Hop On Hop Off and Pisa Shore Excursion from Livorno
WINEAFTERWINE - Wine tasting Lucca

Private wine tasting at your home in Lucca with Expert sommelier

NZ$120
per adult
Private wine tasting at your home in Lucca with Expert sommelier
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Our pick of the best Lucca Historical Center Hotel Deals

Hotel Ilaria

Hotel Ilaria

4 out of 5
Via Del Fosso 26 Lucca LU
The price is NZ$189 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$189
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel Ilaria
San Luca Palace Hotel

San Luca Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Via San Paolino, 103 Lucca LU
The price is NZ$191 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$191
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (489 reviews)
"My wife and I loved the cleanliness of the hotel, and the friendliness of the staff."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

San Luca Palace Hotel
Palazzo Dipinto

Palazzo Dipinto

4 out of 5
Piazza del Palazzo Dipinto, 27 Lucca LU
The price is NZ$423 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$423
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (446 reviews)
"Some of the front desk were very nice, others, not so much. TV in room never worked. Reported and told technician coming, never came. NO HELP with information about restaurants or activities in the city. Finally told try the visitor center. Clean, nice room, nice breakfast."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Palazzo Dipinto
Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection

Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
Piazza Del Giglio 1 Lucca LU
The price is NZ$498 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$498
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Piazza Napoleone and Teatro del Giglio are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
"Great location, nice & helpful staff ."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection
Hotel Diana

Hotel Diana

2 out of 5
Via della Dogana 9 Lucca LU
The price is NZ$158 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
NZ$158
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (245 reviews)
"Helpful staff, clean room, great location in the historic town inside the wall but also walkable to the train station. Good value for money."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Hotel Diana
Inside the Wall

Inside the Wall

Piazza Santa Maria 2 Lucca LU
The price is NZ$297 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
NZ$297
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury guesthouse in Lucca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Piazza Santa Maria and ...
Inside the Wall
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Our guide on where to stay in Lucca Historical Center

Find the best Lucca Historical Center areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lucca Historical Center
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Mugnano

When in Mugnano, you can plan a visit to Sanctuary of Santa Gemma and Lucca Botanical Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

San Donato

You'll appreciate the historical sites during your time in San Donato and you might want to plan a stop by Piazza Napoleone and Museum of Comics and Imagery while you're in the area.

San Marco

San Marco might not have many top sights, but Basilica of San Frediano and Lucca Roman Amphitheatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pontetetto

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

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