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Private walking tour in Lucca historic center with unusual stories
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2 Hours 30 Minutes
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Offered in: Italian
Overview
In this tour we discover the most important places to see in Lucca
Walking in the historic center we have fun visiting churches, streets, monuments and listening to the history of the city, legends and unusual and funny stories
We walk from the Renaissance walls to the Cathedral of San Martino, a great example of rich Romanesque architecture. Inside they admire works of art such as the monument to Ilaria del Carretto
In Piazza Napoleone we discover the love stories of his court and the culture of the time. Then walk around Via Fillungo, the shopping street, bars and restaurants where you can enjoy an aperitif or eat excellent Tuscan cuisine
We visit the basilica of San Frediano with its Byzantine mosaic and then take photos in Piazza Anfiteatro, testimony to Lucca's Roman origins
We continue towards the Guinigi tower with the holm oaks on the top and end up at the Devil's window
Along the way, for those with a sweet tooth, we can stop to taste Buccellato, a typical dessert from Lucca
What's Included
- Guided tour of the Cathedral of San Martino
- Guided tour of the Basilica of San Frediano
- Exclusive private guide
- Entrance ticket to St. Martin's Cathedral (3 Euro)
- Entrance ticket to the Basilica of San Frediano (3 Euro)
- Tips and free donations at monuments
Meeting And Pickup
What To Expect
Le mura di Lucca
We cross the walls to enter the historic center of the city. The walls of Lucca, a UNESCO heritage site, are the best preserved Renaissance walls that can be seen in Tuscany
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lucca's Duomo (Cattedrale di San Martino)
Once we arrive at the Cathedral of San Martino, we will visit the interior, I will tell you its history and those of the works found there, such as the Holy Face, the statue of Ilaria del Carretto and the paintings that adorn the naves.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Piazza Napoleone
A square where I will tell you stories of the imperial court, of loves and betrayals
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
In San Michele in Foro, I will tell you the story of its sail façade and the fantastic animals depicted on it
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Via Fillungo
Walking along Via Fillungo, an ancient pilgrims' route on the Via Francigena, today the shopping street in Lucca, I will tell you about the legend linked to the Clock Tower. If we have time, we can taste a local drink or buy buccellato
• Admission Ticket Free
Basilica of San Frediano
The basilica contains the remains of Santa Zita, very dear to the people of Lucca and protector of servants and housewives We will visit the interior to see the frescoes that narrate the arrival of the Holy Face in the city
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Piazza Anfiteatro
Rebuilt on the remains of the Roman amphitheater of which it retains the oval plan. A fascinating place to take some beautiful photos
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Torre Guinigi
Ancient medieval tower, the only one to have trees on its top, is one of the most famous symbols of Lucca
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
A Renaissance palace, I will tell you about the legend of the Devil's Window. Our tour ends here, I hope you enjoyed my stories!
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by In Toscana Con Elena
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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