Discover Lucca’s Secrets on a Guided Walking Tour

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Duration:2 hours (approx.)
Location: Lucca, Tuscany

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If you are travelling with your family, in a small group, or individually, share the experience of a guided tour of Lucca’s historic center with others. It is an interesting and economical way to discover the wonders of the town.

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The tour begins in Piazzale Verdi at the old Porta San Donato where the tourist information centre is located, adjacent to the historic Renaissance walls.
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From Piazzale Verdi, you will walk along Via San Paolino which corresponds to the ancient Roman street (Decumanus Maximus), passing by the Renaissance church dedicated to the Patron Saint of the town, San (Saint) Paolino. At the end of the street, behold Piazza San Michele, the area where the ancient Roman forum was located. Time to stop to photograph the spectacular facade of the 12th century church of the same name. Along the way, you will encounter Lucca's most famous celebrity, Giacomo Puccini, and see the exterior of the building where he was born. Still today, his operas fascinate audiences all around the world!
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Stroll along to reach Via Fillungo, the main and busiest shopping street of the town where both traditional shops and medieval tower houses live. The two highest civic towers will also be covered: Torre delle Ore (the tower with the clock) and the very particular Torre Guinigi, which is crowned by seven holm oak trees. More surprises await, such as the stunning Byzantine-style mosaic on the facade of one of Lucca's best-loved churches: San Frediano.
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Just a few steps away from San Frediano church is one of the most beautiful squares in Lucca, Piazza Anfiteatro. The elliptical shape of the characteristic piazza is due to subsequent construction of buildings over the foundations of the ancient Roman amphitheatre.
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A short walk along more medieval streets and you will reach the Cathedral of San Martino with its unusual and striking Pisa-Lucca Romanesque facade. This is where the tour ends. However, if you are not too tired, the guide will be very happy to continue the tour inside the Cathedral. There is a € 3.00 entrance fee. In the interior, the Volto Santo (the Holy Face), an evocative wooden crucifix, highly venerated for centuries and the symbol of Lucca, an incredible Last Supper painted by Tintoretto, and, in the sacristy, the beautiful marble sarcophagus of Ilaria del Carretto, the early 15th century masterpiece sculpted by Jacopo della Quercia of Siena, await your visit.

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Posted By : I1329PIclairev
Lovely tour around Lucca finding out about its history and tips for other places to see.

Our guide was friendly and knew Lucca well. Slow, steady pace and a smaller group was great. Definitely recommend.
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Posted On : 2024-07-27 03:26:46

Posted By : Diane_L
Grabill the tour guide was informative, funny and true citzen of Lucca. Loved hil and the town of Lucca.
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Posted On : 2024-07-24 02:04:17

Posted By : tamitoroyan
great tour of Lucca. Our guide, Nadia, was very knowledgeable and brought the history to life with a good sense of humour.
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Posted On : 2024-07-22 08:19:45

Posted By : VGudeman
I would give zero stars if possible. We arrived to make the tour on the moment it was to begin. There was no one at the sight. Attempted to reach tour guide through mobile app and it would not connect. Waited almost 20 minutes. When we returned to the hotel, on WiFi, I reached out to
Tour guide. I received a response that we must have been in a wrong spot. I explained we followed the map provided to us in the confirmation email that guided us to where we waited for the tour guide. I am still waiting for the tour company to “complete its investigation” before I receive a credit. I engaged in a different kind of tour in Lucca the night before and it was great with no issues. Clearly not the same company. I will update if I hear back from company.
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Posted On : 2024-07-17 13:53:06

Posted By : Craig_G
Good value for money tour. Very informative. Covered history of the city and modern cultural aspects
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Posted On : 2024-07-16 17:31:55

Posted By : Penelope_J
Antonella is an engaging and knowledgeable guide. We really enjoyed our 2 hours with her around Lucca.
Highly recommended.
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Posted On : 2024-07-16 17:18:39

Posted By : Miguel_B
The overall visit was very good and the guide Marta was very knowledgeable!
Lucca is a small town but there is a lot to be seen.
And it is my grandfather’s place of birth!
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Posted On : 2024-07-14 13:17:49

Posted By : 706kyrrea
Found this tip via Tripadvisor. Also bought tickets via the app, worked very well. Meeting place was on Tourist Information and easy to find. We had a nice guided tour with historical facts about Lucca from before Christ to the fall of the Roman Empire and the development up to today. Nice and interesting flow through the two hours it lasted. Enthusiastic guide with a glimpse in the eye. Recommended
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Posted On : 2024-07-12 11:14:41

Posted By : Cristian_M
Roberta was extraordinary! She is patient, entertaining and knowledgeable. Lucca benefits from a guide like her!
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Posted On : 2024-07-11 18:27:42

Posted By : Erica_S
A short lovely tour of our favorite town. We learned while enjoying our walk through the city with great information shared from our lively guide and host.
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Posted On : 2024-07-08 13:38:41