Lucca Historical Center
Lucca
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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.
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.
Lucca Roman Amphitheatre
Emerge from Lucca’s narrow alleys into a unique piazza, built on the remains of an ancient gladiatorial arena.
Basilica of San Frediano
A Romanesque-style church filled with many notable works of art and the well-preserved body of an 800-year-old saint.
Palazzo Pfanner
A privately owned 17th-century palace that attracts the crowds for the beauty of its artwork and walled Italian garden.
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 Historical Center Hotel Deals
Hotel Ilaria
Lovely hotel - great location, comfortable contemporary and clean room, great service.
Reviewed on 2026/1/25
Albergo Celide
Excellent
Reviewed on 2025/10/4
Hotel Rex
Warm, welcoming hotel for a perfect location to discover the beauty that is Lucca.
Reviewed on 2025/11/26
Hotel San Marco
Nous avons apprécié l'accueil,le confort des chambres,le rapport qualité prix
Reviewed on 2025/12/30
Palazzo Dipinto
The room was well-appointed, comfortable, and impeccably clean. The hotel’s location is perfect — just steps from the train station, restaurants, and cafés, making it incredibly easy to explore Lucca and the surrounding area. The staff were genuinely helpful, and every restaurant recommendation they ...
Reviewed on 2025/12/27
Palazzo Alexander Hotel
The staff were absolutely wonderful. Mario was very helpful with giving information and ideas on what to do and Roberto was so kind and attentive. Absolutely great staff
Reviewed on 2025/12/16
Other neighborhoods around Lucca Historical Center
Pontetetto
Though Pontetetto might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Piazza Napoleone and Piazza San Michele.
