Top Lucca Cultural Tours

Journey deep into the jagged world of the Carrara marble quarries on this 4WD adventure. Exploring with a guide in a group no larger than six, discover the “white gold” that built the Pantheon and Michelangelo’s David. Learn about ancient and modern excavation techniques at a historic quarry; tour an open sky quarry, a terraced quarry, and an underground quarry; and taste the local marble-aged cold cut, “lardo di Colonnata”.

Through the charm of a carriage, we will take you to discover the most beautiful squares and monuments of the ancient city of Lucca, passing through the streets of the center, in the company of a horse and its driver.

Discover Tuscany’s historic towns, gastronomic delicacies, and fine wines on this full-day tour from Lucca. Explore the medieval towns of San Gimignano and Siena, enjoy lunch at a winery, and spend the day reveling in the beauty of the region. Round-trip shuttle transfers from Lucca are included.

Within an hour, you can discover all the secrets of the city sitting comfortably on our carriage, accompanied by a horse and his driver.

Explore Tuscany on a food tour of Siena and San Gimignano from Lucca. See panoramic vineyard views, and stop to try Chianti Classico and Vernaccia wines amongst the vines. Then sample local products like Extra Virgin Olive Oil, bruschetta, and Pecorino cheese. Enjoy the world-renowned beauty and culture of Tuscany with a walking tour of medieval villages with narrow streets, historic cathedrals, and beautiful ancient theaters like Piazza del Campo in Siena.

Lucca is a city rich with musical history and cultural traditions. This 2-hour stroll introduces visitors to the works of Puccini and other composers of Italian opera. Your guide is well versed on the artists’ most significant compositions and shares excerpts along the way. Admission is included to the Teatro del Giglio (opera house) and the Puccini Museum, the musician’s place of birth.

Learn about World War 2 history with a private guide during this self-drive tour of the Gothic Line. Explore the Museum of Liberation, home to memorabilia including military uniforms and arms, before visiting two World War 2-era bunkers. Go off the beaten path with an itinerary that includes a third bunker and a walk across the Devil’s Bridge, dating back to the Middle Ages.

LUCCA BY BIKE AT YOUR OWN PACE Explore Lucca independently on a self-guided bike tour. Use the provided map and detailed notes to get a better understanding of the city and discover the main attractions without the stress of planning or follow other people in a group tour. NEW - It's now available also our new APP that show you our suggest itinerary to ride like a local both in the city and on the river park and not miss anything about our lovely town. Have fun pedaling freely on the walls of Lucca, stop in one of the historic bars to enjoy a real Italian capuccino and taste one of the typical sweets of Lucca. Discover the most important monuments and the most hidden places in the historic center. At you time, no hurry. Difficulty: Very Easy - Walls and historic center

Take a stroll through Lucca’s medieval history and architectural highlights on a private, 3-hour walking tour. Learn the backstory behind local landmarks like the city walls, Palazzo Ducale, Teatro del Giglio, Guinigi Tower and Basilica di San Frediano from your knowledgeable guide, who will also point out hidden gems that many visitors miss. Ask all the questions you like during the personalized tour, and finish with a glass of wine or prosecco at a local ‘enoteca.’

Discover the highlights of Lucca, a charming, walled city in northern Tuscany, during this scenic walking tour. Perfect for first-time visitors, the guided tour covers Lucca’s impressive history. Tick off the main sights in a single stroll, with admission to the 11th-century cathedral included. Discover the stories and legends that have made the small, stunning city so unique, and listen to entertaining anecdotes about its fabled residents.

Leave the bustle of Lucca behind for the afternoon and make your way to the Villa Reale di Marlia, located roughly 20 minutes from the city center. Once home to Elisa Bonaparte—sister of Napoleon—the history-steeped villa is particularly renowned for its expansive, English landscape-style gardens. In the company of a guide, you’ll discover the gardens’ most scenic corners, from the camellia walkway and lemon garden to the clock house and beyond. As you discover, your guide will share stories from the villa’s history.

This tour takes visitors back in time to the early renaissance when Lucca as a thriving republic created the city as can be seen today. We view the walls and note the different timing of various construction dating back to the city’s founding in the time of Julius Caesar. As we walk along the streets of Lucca, the guide will share anecdotes and historical information. You will learn about the 19th century aqueduct that feeds the town’s fountains; the many styles of the local architecture representing centuries of history; and about the construction and defensive capabilities of Lucca’s impressive walls

With this tour it is possible to visit the entire city of Lucca at 360 degrees, also including its history and development in over 2500 years of history, all accompanied by a horse, Luigi, who has now become an icon of the city!

Visit the marble quarries of Carrara on a half-day tour from Colonnata that highlights the marble industry in Italy. Learn how the marble was mined to build the Pantheon and Trajan's Column in ancient Rome, and how it was often used for sculpture during the Renaissance. See several active quarries, hear about ancient and modern mining processes, and enjoy insightful commentary from your guide.

Nestled on the shores of the Serchio River in Tuscany, Lucca boasts cobblestone streets, Renaissance architecture, and centuries of colorful history. On this private bike tour, choose a morning or afternoon ride and spin through the narrow medieval streets with your guide to lead the way. Hit top attractions including the Guinigi Tower and the 11th-century Lucca Cathedral with ease, and head up to the top of the Renaissance city walls for uninterrupted views over the Lucca rooftops.

Your personal guide for the beautiful city of Lucca, will walk you through the main and unique monuments and locations as I tell you all about the interesting history, Lucca culture and traditions!

SIGHTSEEING TOUR OF THE HISTORICAL CENTER AND WALLS OF LUCCA ON FOOT If you are individual travelers, families or small groups and are curious to discover the monuments, squares, artistic beauties, the most famous characters and stories of Lucca, but also the secret passages and curiosities of this surprising city, follow one of our official tour guides on a fun and interesting guided walking tour of Lucca and the city walls. Includes a map with descriptions of the main monuments. The departure of the walking tour is also available from your accommodation in Lucca. Difficulty: Very Easy - Walls and historic center

Enjoy a quiet walk through the historic centre of Lucca accompanied by an expert guide: the best way to visit this lovely city hidden behind imposing walls. Discover its narrow cobbled streets and lively squares and take a stroll along the Renaissance walls, enjoying the splendid view that spreads out over a landscape of rooftops, alleys, towers and beautiful churches.

this tour will allow you to travel the entire route of the walls in total comfort and relax on a Break-style carriage drawn by a beautiful horse, which will take you to admire the historic center from more than 10 meters high.

If you are curious this is the tour for you; if you like history and a little gossip combined, you can't miss it; if you like art and nature combine together this tour awaits you.

This full day private tour will take you to the walled city of Lucca and the leaning tower of Pisa. This full day shared tour departing from Florence will take you to the two must-see cities of Tuscany: Lucca and Pisa. Take your time to stroll around the typical Italian streets of Lucca, take a picture with the leaning tower of Pisa. Full day private tour is perfect for those wanting to visit Pisa and Lucca. During this tour your driver will take you to the stops by a luxurious mini van, the tour is private with a max of 7 people per car.

An exciting excursion on board one comfortable minivan led by a certified English speaking driver, to discover two wonderful art cities famous all over the world. With this full day private tour from Florence you will visit the historic university city of Pisa and the elegant and refined town of Lucca.

In complete autonomy, the tour allows you to discover the city by following the instructions in the attached booklet. Each family can manage the city tour freely. Children receive a backpack containing material for coloring and reading.

Explore the town of Pistoia with your own private guide for an in-depth introduction to this typical medieval city in Tuscany. Benefit from live commentary shared by your guide as you proceed at a leisurely pace to highlights such as the Piazza del Duomo, Palazzo Pretorio, and the Ospedale del Ceppo.