You might be free to visit today, but Walls of Lucca hasn't always rolled out the welcome mat! Learn the story behind this stronghold and exactly what it was designed to defend.

You'll be spoiled for sightseeing choice in Lucca Historical Center. Walls of Lucca is a good place to kick off here, but there are lots of other fine places to discover. Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, Guinigi Tower, and Palazzo Pfanner are near the history-filled fortress and will fill in your day nicely.

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Eurostars Florence Boutique

Historic Centre of Florence

$706

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Feb 8 - Feb 14

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Boston (BOS) to Florence (FLR)

8.6/10 Excellent! (476 reviews)

Great little hotel. Everything is within walking distance. The view from the terrace was amazing.

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

Villa Cora

Oltrarno

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$1,661

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Feb 16 - Feb 22

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Florence (FLR)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (467 reviews)

Nice property and staff.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Hotel Duomo Firenze

Historic Centre of Florence

$1,103

per person

Feb 16 - Feb 22

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Florence (FLR)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)

Wonderful staff, Great location, and the rooms were nice!

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

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Villa Reale di Marlia Entrance Ticket

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Private cooking class at a local's home in Lucca

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Private cooking class at a local's home in Lucca

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Lucca: 3-Hour Bikes & Bites Foodie Adventure like a Local

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Popular places to visit

Torre delle Ore featuring heritage architecture and a city

Via Fillungo

You can enjoy retail therapy at Via Fillungo during your visit to Lucca. Check out the stunning cathedral and lively bars in this walkable area.

Guinigi Tower

4.5/5(62 reviews)

Gaze out over Lucca from one of the city’s most famous landmarks, a medieval tower topped by a collection of oak trees.

Church of San Michele in Foro featuring outdoor eating

Lucca Roman Amphitheatre

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

Piazza dell'Anfiteatro

4.5/5(75 reviews)

Unwind in the attractive square where Roman gladiators once fought. For one day of the year it is now completely filled with flowers.

Villa Guinigi National Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Villa Guinigi National Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Lucca. Check out the stunning cathedral and lively bars in this walkable area.

Porta Elisa

You can find out about the history of Lucca when you stop by Porta Elisa. Check out the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.