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.

Stay near popular Lucca Historical Center attractions

A street lined with yellow buildings, a sign for Via Becceria, and people walking and cycling.

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$60
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Livorno Cruise Port: Bus Transfer to Pisa and Lucca
Walking Tour of Lucca History Culture way of life English only

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

NZ$30
per adult
2h Lucca Walking Tour with Local Guide in ENGLISH Top Highlights
Lucca - Natural wine tasting at Tenuta Mareli

Lucca – Natural wine tasting at Tenuta Mareli

NZ$49
per adult
Lucca – Natural wine tasting at Tenuta Mareli
Lucca: Rafting Family

Bagni di Lucca: Family-Friendly Rafting soft + free pictures

NZ$79
per adult
Bagni di Lucca: Family-Friendly Rafting soft + free pictures
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$64
per adult
Livorno Hop On Hop Off and Pisa Shore Excursion from Livorno
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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$281 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$281
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"Clean room. Staff is ok. Easy go in the city centre. Have parking is gut. Breakfast is good coffe same expresso end Americano."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Hotel Ilaria
San Luca Palace Hotel

San Luca Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Via San Paolino, 103 Lucca LU
The price is NZ$229 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$229
28 Aug - 29 Aug
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! (471 reviews)
"What a lovely hotel and very pleased with parking. Great location, great room, nice bathroom, good breakfast, attentive staff. Loved one night stay with a cycle round the wall and 4x spritzes watching the locals go about their business!"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

San Luca Palace Hotel
Palazzo Dipinto

Palazzo Dipinto

4 out of 5
Piazza del Palazzo Dipinto, 27 Lucca LU
The price is NZ$574 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$574
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (435 reviews)
"Great property!"

Reviewed on 31 July 2026

Palazzo Dipinto
Palazzo Alexander Hotel

Palazzo Alexander Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Santa Giustina 48 Lucca LU
The price is NZ$340 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$340
28 Aug - 29 Aug
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! (783 reviews)
"Very charming and authentic property"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Palazzo Alexander 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$486 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
NZ$486
29 Aug - 30 Aug
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! (58 reviews)
"Great location, nice & helpful staff ."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection
Hotel A Palazzo Busdraghi, Residenza d'Epoca

Hotel A Palazzo Busdraghi, Residenza d'Epoca

Via Fillungo 170 Lucca LU
The price is NZ$325 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$325
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly residence in Lucca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (257 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Hotel A Palazzo Busdraghi, Residenza d'Epoca
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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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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 Teatro del Giglio 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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