How to spend one day in Lucca

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Welcome to the heart of Tuscany, where history, culture, and stunning landscapes come together in the beautiful town of Lucca. Join me for an unforgettable day exploring this enchanting Italian gem. Lucca, nestled within Renaissance walls and steeped in centuries of history, promises a day of discovery, delightful cuisine, and the warmth of Tuscan hospitality. From morning walks along ancient city walls to evening aperitivos under the twinkling stars, this one-day itinerary will guide you through the best Lucca has to offer. Let's embark on a journey through time and taste in this charming Tuscan town. Start your day with a delicious Italian breakfast at a local cafe. Order a cappuccino and a fresh pastry to savor the authentic flavors of Lucca.

Pasticceria Buralli - Il Burallino

Food & Drink

Head to Lucca's most iconic square, Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, which is built on the ruins of a Roman amphitheater. The elliptical shape of the square is unique and charming. Explore the shops, cafes, and enjoy the lively atmosphere.

Piazza Anfiteatro

Art & Culture

Follow through via fillungo and admire the most iconic alley in the city

San Frediano Basilica

Religious

Art-filled Romanesque church with a golden mosaic facade, plus an ornate 12th-century font.

Clock Tower

Art & Culture

Clock tower from 1390, linked to a legend about the devil, with a staircase to views over rooftops.

Welcome to Saint Michele square! Here an old roman forum used to sit hence the “in foro” in the name of the church. The first roman triumvirate was held in this piazza.

Chiesa di San Michele in Foro

Religious

Striking 1100s church with wedding cake-like carved facade, known for its panel painting by Lippi.

Lunch time! I suggest you visit La buca di Sant’Antonio if you’d like to have a more traditional meal, or if you want to keep enjoying the city you can have a fast bite at Alice a very nice pizza place.

Buca di Sant'Antonio

Food & Drink

Handmade pasta & regional dishes in a long-standing, cozy trattoria with brassware displays.

Alice Lucca

Food & Drink

Time for a bit of history! Did you know the famous Italian musician Giacomo Puccini was from Lucca? His house is right around the corner

Puccini Museum

Art & Culture

Giacomo Puccini museum displaying furniture, letters & other artifacts in the composer's birthplace.

Museum of Villa Mansi

Art & Culture

16th-century baroque-style palace displaying its original frescoes, furnishings & tapestries.

Piazza Napoleone

Art & Culture

Bustling town square bordered by a 1500s Ducal Palace, shops and cafes and hosting summer concerts.

Cathedral of Lucca

Religious

11th-century place of worship with a square bell tower, carved medieval crucifix & treasury museum.

Time to enjoy the sunset, and why not enjoy it from the most scenic tower?

Guinigi Tower

Art & Culture

Brick tower from 14th century; climb 230 steps to its oak-topped summit for mountain & city views.

Dinner time is right around the corner, here’s a list of places I suggest to visit:

Enoteca Vanni

Food & Drink

Ciacco

Food & Drink

Intimate eatery offering sandwiches, salads & regional dishes in a low-key atmosphere.

Soup in Town Piazza San Giusto 6

Food & Drink

How to spend one day in Lucca

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