Lucca
Italy · Tuscany · 19 m
Description
Lucca is a charming city in northern Tuscany and a remarkable destination rich in history, art, and Italian culture. The city is known for its remarkably well-preserved Renaissance walls, which today form a tree-lined promenade for walking and cycling, as well as its Romanesque churches, historic palaces, and the distinctive Piazza dell’Anfiteatro, whose elliptical shape follows the outline of an ancient Roman amphitheatre. Lucca harmoniously combines its Roman heritage, medieval architecture, and Renaissance culture with the relaxed atmosphere of a traditional Tuscan city. As the birthplace of the renowned composer Giacomo Puccini, Lucca is also closely associated with Italian musical history and ranks among Tuscany’s most distinctive cultural destinations.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June
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- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Renaissance City Walls & Ramparts
- Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
- Guinigi Tower & Rooftop Garden
- Pisa(Day trip)
- Lucca Cathedral & Volto Santo
- Via Fillungo & Historic Centre
- Piazza San Michele & San Michele in Foro
- Basilica di San Frediano
- Historic Villas of Lucca(Day trip)
- Puccini Birthplace Museum
- Torre delle Ore & City Panorama
- Piazza Napoleone
- Garfagnana & Apuan Alps(Day trip)
- Palazzo Pfanner & Gardens
- Botanical Garden of Lucca
- Buccellato & Lucchese Cuisine
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Lucca, San Pietro a Vico, Tassignano-Capannori