Lucca Historical Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic town with terracotta-roofed buildings, a prominent clock tower, and a tall church tower.
A historic square with a prominent church featuring a colorful mosaic, surrounded by traditional buildings with green shutters.
A historic building with a classical facade, arched windows, and a prominent statue in front.
A historic building with a tower and multiple arches.
A tall stone tower with arched windows and a bell tower, surrounded by trees and buildings with red-tiled roofs.
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Stay near popular Lucca Historical Center attractions

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

Dining experience at a Cesarina's home in Lucca

Dining experience at a local's home in Lucca

NZ$218
per adult
Dining experience at a local's home in Lucca
WINEAFTERWINE - Wine tasting Lucca

Private wine tasting at your home in Lucca with Expert sommelier

NZ$119
per adult
Private wine tasting at your home in Lucca with Expert sommelier
Tenuta Mareli - Wine Tasting in Tuscany

Lucca - Wine tasting at Tenuta Mareli

NZ$59
per adult
Lucca - Wine tasting at Tenuta Mareli
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
Lucca: An Unforgettable Tour of History and Beauty

Lucca: Unforgettable Tour of History and Beauty

NZ$40
per adult
Lucca: Unforgettable Tour of History and Beauty
Massaciuccoli Lake: kayak tour with aperitif

Lake Massaciuccoli: kayak tour with aperitif + free pictures

NZ$79
per adult
Lake Massaciuccoli: kayak tour with aperitif + free pictures
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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$176 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$176
15 Nov - 16 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
Palazzo Dipinto

Palazzo Dipinto

4 out of 5
Piazza del Palazzo Dipinto, 27 Lucca LU
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$430 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$430
15 Nov - 16 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 ...
Palazzo Dipinto
San Luca Palace Hotel

San Luca Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Via San Paolino, 103 Lucca LU
The price is NZ$190 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
NZ$190
13 Nov - 14 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 ...
San Luca Palace Hotel
Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection

Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
Piazza Del Giglio 1 Lucca LU
The price is NZ$526 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
NZ$526
23 Nov - 24 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
Palazzo Alexander Hotel

Palazzo Alexander Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Santa Giustina 48 Lucca LU
The price is NZ$199 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
NZ$199
8 Dec - 9 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (796 reviews)
"Great staff, room, and breakfast. Having USB plug in's on each side of the bed was a big plus. The shower was also really nice. We had the balcony room which had a table and comfortable lounge type chairs. There is a parking garage about 200 meters, or 2 or 3 blocks away. Set your GPS to the hotel, ..."

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Palazzo Alexander Hotel
Hotel La Luna

Hotel La Luna

3 out of 5
Via Fillungo Corte Compagni 12 Lucca LU
The price is NZ$242 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
NZ$242
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lucca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Via Fillungo and Piazza dell'Anfiteatro are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (219 reviews)
"We stayed with a large family group- 7 rooms- the staff was incredibly helpful. Thank you La Luna!!!!"

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

Hotel La Luna
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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 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.

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.

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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