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.

Palazzo Pfanner
A privately owned 17th-century palace that attracts the crowds for the beauty of its artwork and walled Italian garden.

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.

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.

Lucca Roman Amphitheatre
Emerge from Lucca’s narrow alleys into a unique piazza, built on the remains of an ancient gladiatorial arena.

Teatro del Giglio
Watch an opera or a play at this historic city theater and opera house, which was designed in the early 19th century.
Things to do

Pisa: Baptistery and Cathedral Ticket with Audio Guide

From Livorno: Shore Excursion to Florence and Pisa

From La Spezia: Shore Excursion to Pisa

Florence: Pisa Tour through Tuscan Hills & Optional Tower Entry

Florence: Pisa Excursion with Escorted Transfer Only

From Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Chianti Tour with Lunch & Wine
Top hotels in Lucca Historical Center

Albergo Celide
"We liked the location of the hotel, the helpful staff, the room (10) and the amenities. This is our four time at the hotel and if we come to Lucca again will stay there."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Hotel Rex
"Great spot near Lucca rail station Staff stored luggage while we explored. More than helpful. Airy room. Adequate bathroom. Shower caps and tissues provided. Spotless room and hotel. Beautiful breakfast and espresso. This hotel was charmingly quirky. Observed Staff working hard cleaning public ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Hotel Ilaria
"We had a lovely stay at the hotel. Unfortunately it was oy for one night as we were just using it as a stopover as we were getting in on a late flight. I think we will go back to Lucca for another visit as it was lovely - and if we do we will stay here again. Staff couldn't have been more helpful ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026

San Luca Palace Hotel
"Straight ‘A’ for this hotel. Well located, nice spacious rooms. Well maintained."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Hotel San Marco
"Convenient location. Nice rooms and friendly staff."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

Palazzo Dipinto
"A perfect hotel in a quiet square just far enough away from (but close enough to) the vibrance of Lucca, highly recommended"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Lucca Historical Center
Pontetetto
Pontetetto might not have many top sights, but Teatro del Giglio and Piazza Napoleone are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
