Discover Lucca’s Secrets on a Guided Walking Tour
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Discover Lucca’s Secrets on a Guided Walking Tour
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Maximize time in Lucca with a guided walking tour of this historic Tuscan city. Meet a local guide and go for a stroll to see top landmarks in the medieval center including Piazza Anfiteatro, Via San Paolino, and the Cathedral of San Martino. Get an overview of the city’s history and architecture during the tour, plus tips on where to eat, drink, and shop in Lucca.
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Ages 0-90, max of 50 per group
Duration: 2h
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Live guide: English, Italian
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Highlights
- Explore Lucca on foot with a guided walking tour
- Meet your guide at a convenient central location
- Visit top landmarks like the Cathedral of San Martino
- Learn about history and architecture in Tuscany
- Professional guide
What's not included- eventuale biglietto ingresso duomo
- Entry/Admission - San Michele in Foro
- Entry/Admission - Basilica Di San Frediano
- Entry/Admission - Duomo Di San Martino
- Start:
- SS439, 1816, 55100 Lucca LU, ItalyMeet the local guide inside the Tourist Information Office, located in Piazzale Verdi at the end of via San Paolino Lucca
End:- Duomo di San Martino, Piazza Antelminelli, 55100 Lucca LU, Italy
- Wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 18143P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Adult rate applies to travelers 15 years and older
- Children ages 0-14 are free with a paid adult
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 18143P1
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- SS439, 1816, 55100 Lucca LU, ItalyMeet the local guide inside the Tourist Information Office, located in Piazzale Verdi at the end of via San Paolino Lucca
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- Piazza Antelminelli, 55100 Lucca LU, Italy
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- aprild890 contributionsFun and interestingWhat a wonderful tour. It was informational as well and enjoyable. Our guide was witty, interesting and a good time. I would consider taking this tour again or any other that are offered. Highly recommend.Written 3 February 2025
- KaliRose270 contributionsWould give them a ZERO if I couldHad a confirming email- Thank you for the reservation. We confirm the tour on Sunday 22nd starting at 10 o'clock from the tourist information or Piazzale Verdi The cost is € 15 per person You can pay directly the tour guide The tour lasts about 2 hours Best regards, Anna NO ONE SHOWED - WE WERE LEFT WAITING IN THE COLD AND RAIN, NO EMAIL OR CALL TO CANCEL Wrote Anna afterward telling her what happened, did she reply with an apology or explanation, NO.Written 29 December 2024
- Seaside7009550 contributionsVery disappointedI arrived at the appointed spot and there was no one there so I have asked for a refund. The guide had all my contact information but never reached out to me. I was very disappointed as I had received several emails regarding my prepayment but no email explaining why no one met me.Written 8 November 2024
- 496ash0 contributionsGreat tour with focus on MusicGreat tour around Lucca with focus on music. The guide had lots of knowledge on both the city, the music, composers and artists. She played pieces of music which was great. Indeed recommended.Written 11 September 2024
- 719mauriceg0 contributionsExcellentExcellent and informative the guide effortlessly switched between Italian and English and was crystal clear in both.Written 6 September 2024
- kathymA6921LW0 contributionsMusic then and nowLucia had extensive knowledge of Lucca as well as classical and current music. Her tour was a wonderful way to focus on an aspect of Lucca’s culture amidst all the hubbub of tourists. Thank you so much.Written 15 October 2023
- Roberta M0 contributionsMusical LuccaOur guide, Lucia, was wonderful. It was a small group and afforded me a chance to tour Lucca, as well as learn about the musical heritage here!Written 1 October 2023
- Leigjen0 contributionsWalk in the footsteps of the musical masters.This gentle tour certainly lived up to its name but with very many sparks of interest. Lucia was extremely well informed about the musical heritage of Lucca and the important part music has played in this beautiful city’s history. She was also up to date with the latest in the performance scene, with many amusing anecdotes about rock stars and jazz musicians who have performed, or in one case been detained in Lucca. (You will need to go on the tour to find the answer). I thoroughly enjoyed this tour, Lucia speaks excellent English. The only difficulty I found with this tour was that all your members were given incorrect instructions about the meeting point - it was not in fact the ticket office at Teatro Guiglio , but the statue of Garibaldi in the centre of the square.Written 10 September 2023
- Wander6019300 contributionsPuccini and Italian secrets with RobertaWhat a great experience- Roberta was so knowledgeable it was just a joy to learn about Puccini, opera, music and theatre in lucca. She also had some great tips about best bakery ( we found the bread a bit stale when there sadly) etc. thank you Roberta!Written 23 June 2023
- PatriciaS1250 contributionsIt’s worth your timeAna was a great guide. Enthusiastic and informative. Understanding the history of Lucca’s walls provides wonderful insight to the town.Written 17 June 2023
- T2668DJsuel0 contributionsSafe behind the Walls of LuccaRoberta gave us lots of the historyof the wall and its importance to Lucca. Going under the ramparts was a real experience ofthe past. Her enthusiaspm for her city made us want to expore every centimeter of LuccA,Written 27 May 2023
- jacquib9020 contributionsGuide didn’t showWaited for 30 minutes with the rest of the group, but the guide never showed up. The only contact details we were given was a phone number, which they did not pick up when several members of the group tried to call. Very disappointing :(Written 20 May 2023
- BonacioGi0 contributionsGreat experienceI had such an amazing time in Borgo a Mozzano touring the gothic line. Anna is filled with knowledge. She incorporates her own family history for comparison giving a unique insight on the history. I was able to tour three bunkers and view the 1000 year old devil bridge. If you love history this is a must during your stay in Lucca!Written 3 November 2022
- JoAn F0 contributionsFascinating tour, led by Carlo.Fascinating tour, led by Carlo. Carlo is very knowledgeable about WWII but was also able to explain the big strategies and local involvement in a way that was interesting and engaging. We spent quite a bit of time in the small museum, learning about the Gothic Line and some of the local individuals that participated in the war activities. Then we headed out to two nearby bunkers. He led us through the bunkers so that we could understand their purpose, construction, and impact.Written 12 October 2020
- Amy M0 contributionsGood introduction to LuccaWe had a very enjoyable tour with informed guide. Good value as includes Puccini House and cathedral. Thank youWritten 28 October 2019
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StephenInWSeattle
Seattle, WA559 contributions
Paola was a very skilled and experienced guide as she delivered history, stories and information. We really enjoyed her ability to share such an entertaining picture of amazing Lucca.
Our only disappointment was that the tour was sold as an “English” language tour and it became a duel language tour. Although Paola handled this with grace, it decreases the enjoyment of the tour for everyone when multiple languages are combined. As half the time people are standing around waiting for the other half of the tour group to hear the details of the tour. It becomes disjointed and it isn’t fair to the tour guide or the paying customers to allow this to happen.
Our only disappointment was that the tour was sold as an “English” language tour and it became a duel language tour. Although Paola handled this with grace, it decreases the enjoyment of the tour for everyone when multiple languages are combined. As half the time people are standing around waiting for the other half of the tour group to hear the details of the tour. It becomes disjointed and it isn’t fair to the tour guide or the paying customers to allow this to happen.
Written 15 May 2024
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Helen
Durham, UK19 contributions
Our guide, Marta, was excellent. She was knowledgeable, interesting, humorous and shared her Italian history and culture passionately. She was also caring and considerate towards the people on the tour.
The walking was gentle and the tour provided a good oversight into Lucca's history and main points of interest. There were opportunities for questions and discussion.
A thoroughly enjoyable tour.
The walking was gentle and the tour provided a good oversight into Lucca's history and main points of interest. There were opportunities for questions and discussion.
A thoroughly enjoyable tour.
Written 20 September 2024
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FormerGator
Savannah, GA37 contributions
Oct 2022
This was a great introduction to Lucca and we learned a lot about the history and culture as we walked many of the ancient city streets and paused in the piazzas to listen to the guide. My only complaint was the number of people on the tour made it difficult to hear the guide unless you were standing right in front of her. If you were in the back of the crowd, you missed a lot. So word to the wise, elbow your way to the front.
Written 4 October 2022
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John D
Batley, UK269 contributions
Lucia was a very pleasant, knowledgable guide who gave us a remendous guided walk through Lucca. The weather was hot but she always stopped in shaded areas and went out of her way to interact with the various parties in her group. The group was quite large but in an efficient manner she maintained control and her walk was maintained at a good pace. There were several different nationalities in the group but she took this in her stride
Written 16 June 2022
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kenshy2017
Duisburg, Germany3 contributions
Aug 2020
We enjoyed our tour with Victoria to the fullest. Her excitement for the city, her interest in presenting her town in the best possible way and her dedication in answering all questions we had was just outstanding. We both got a very general understanding of the history of Lucca itself and deep dive information about particular buildings, famous people and the life how it used to be in ancient times. We highly recommend to spend the additional 3€ to enter the dome in order to gather interesting facts what makes this building so special.
Written 30 August 2020
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i am so glad you enjoyed the tour
grazie
Written 14 October 2020
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lconca2000
Newburgh, NY31 contributions
We ditched this tour after 50 minutes. The tour was too big to not have individual radios. Lucca is a fairly noisy city with lots of tour guides talking all around you. Bicycles to dodge, some cars, dogs barking. All the makings of a vibrant beautiful city. Gotta have radios and not just a tour guide pointing to a little map!
Written 18 September 2023
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Rachel T
14 contributions
We immensely enjoyed this interesting, engaging and wonderful walking tour of Lucca with our guide, Victoria. We learnt so much about the music, politics, architecture, religion, art, archaeology, food and drink, and humour of this captivating ancient city and region.
The walk was accessible for most and the pace was perfect. We highly recommend this tour and thank Victoria for her excellent guiding. Grazie mille!
The walk was accessible for most and the pace was perfect. We highly recommend this tour and thank Victoria for her excellent guiding. Grazie mille!
Written 6 May 2024
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Thehungryhungo
36 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
The tour with Manuel was absolutely superb. By making us look at the details of these amazing buildings around us, he uncovered a rich picture of how people lived here in the Middle Ages and explained how the Medici became the most influential family in Europe. His passion for Florence was evident and frankly I could have listened to him for two more hours. Thoroughly recommended!
Written 17 September 2022
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NZfour
Christchurch, New Zealand414 contributions
May 2024 • Family
Victoria did a splendid job guiding us on a walking tour around Lucca. Love her sense of humour and her love for beautiful Lucca. We received a huge amount of information on the history and saw the most important sights of the inner city. Highly recommend this tour.
Written 10 May 2024
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StephLou&StPete
Louisville, KY41 contributions
Lovely (!) knowledgeable guide provided historical info and also fun local insider stories. It was simply delightful, a quality experience! Good value too. The starting location on trip advisor confirmation provides city center address so be careful to check your confirmation for exact location at the " visitor center" (other reviews note same issue).
Written 13 July 2023
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If our train arrrives at 1:39 is there enough time to make the 2 Pm tour?
Written 25 April 2022
Hola,estaría interesada para agosto 8 personas en español
Written 15 April 2022
Le rifaccio la domanda : siamo in 2 il 12 giugno in visita a Lucca, vorremmo sapere come prenotare il giro con guida da 10 euro con partenza alle 14 del pomeriggio premettendo che non abbiamo carte per il pagamento. Grazie mille Sergio
Written 7 June 2021
Siamo a Lucca il 12 giugno per prenotare la visita guidata da 10 euri delle 14 pomeridiana come faccio a prenotare che non possiedo carte pre pagamento siamo in 2 .Grazie mille Sergio
Written 7 June 2021
Lukas Bultheel
Gaiole in Chianti, Italy
does the tour only start at 2 PM, or could it also be scheduled in the morning?
Written 25 August 2019
I understand this is a 2 hour tour but how much actual walking is involved for us old timers?
Written 17 August 2019
Not a great deal the tour guide met us at train station and walked leisurely to entrance of town and stopped at a lot of points of interest along the way it is not a very large town I would recommend trying to book the Lucca tour with food so that you stop along way to try the Lucca food and wine we did not since we were there on Easter and those stores were closed
Written 18 August 2019
Hi. Do you pick us from our hotel for this walking tour?
Written 15 July 2019
We met our guide outside the Lucca train station under the clock holding a sign with our name since we were staying in Florence and took train there. If u are staying in Lucca they may be able to meet u at ur hotel not sure
Written 16 July 2019
Buenos días estamos interesados en hacer la visita con vosotros pero nuestro nivel de inglés es medio. Podría complementar con algunas explicaciones en español?
Written 19 May 2019
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