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Lucca, Italy
Lucca
THE WALLED CITY IN THE HEART OF TUSCANY
Lucca is one of the most beautiful cities in Tuscany, a hidden gem with an authentic taste of Italy, and with the stunning old town surrounded by the magnificent Renaissance walls.
Spectacular views, impressive medieval towers, stone paving, red roofs as far as the eye can see... A magical city with many historical, artistic and gastronomic wonders to discover as you stroll through its small and elegant streets, all this washed down with the bests Tuscan wines!
We fell in love with Villa Grabau and we are sure the same will happen to you! It is a beautiful historic Villa from embraced by magnificent Italian Gardens and with a extraordinary Lemonhouse just a few kilometers from the historic center of Lucca. The base of the structure you see today was built in the 1600s on top of another home which dates back to the early 1400s.
villa GRABAU
ACCOMODATION
IN THE HISTORICAL TOWN
Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection is just a few steps from Lucca's Cathedral and easy walking distance from the train station. It is set in a historic building with elegant interiors. You will be able to discover all of Lucca on foot from here.
Situated on the main road in front of the old city wall surrounding the historical town of Lucca, the Celide Hotel & Spa is located 500 meters away from the main station and few steps away from the major historical monuments.
Located in the fascinating Piazza S.Michele, ancient Roman forum and highlight of the city center, Palazzo Rocchi is an elegant and classy location within the walled city.
This warm and friendly hotel is within the ancient walls of Lucca, a 10-minute walk from the cathedral.
Set in Lucca's historic centre, 650 metres from Piazza Anfiteatro, Palazzo Dipinto offers spacious rooms with a contemporary and unique style.
VILLAS AND FARMHOUSES
A beautiful Tuscan villa of the 18th century, situated not far from the ancient city of Lucca.
Set within an 18th-century Tuscan farm house, this enchanting hotel is nestled amid the lush greenery of the Lucchese hills, between a wonderful 40-hectare pine grove.
Historic, relaxing atmosphere, elegance, beautiful views.
Villa Sardi Luxury Boutique Hotel
Newly opened (May 2022). Set in Lucca, 4.3 km from Marlia Villa Reale, Villa Sardi Luxury Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with a bar, free private parking, a shared lounge and a garden
Between Lucca and Garfagnana's area, la Torre is a 200 metres on sea-level and it is situated on a dominating position in the valley.
LOCAL TRANSPORT
NEAREST AIRPORTS
Tuscany has two international airports, the Galileo Galilei International Airport in Pisa and Amerigo Vespucci Airport in Florence. Pisa airport is larger and closer to Lucca, just 36 km from the city centre, while Florence airport is around 72 km away.
LUCCA TRAIN STATION
Lucca railway station ("Stazione di Lucca" in Italian) is a 5/10 minutes walk from the city centre. If you plan to travel by train in Italy, on the Trenitalia and Italo websites you can the timetables and buy the tickets.
TAXI
Radio Taxi Lucca - Phone 05831745
It is also possible to request a taxi through your cell phone, by downloading the "App Taxi" available for Android and iOS
RENT A CAR
Lucca hosts the biggest car rental companies like Herts, Avis and Europcar. If you arrive in Tuscany via Florence, it is also possible to rent a car directly at the city's airport.
TOP THINGS TO DO AND SEE
THE WALLS OF LUCCA - Practically intact, they cover four kilometers of panoramic walk with views of the city of Lucca, its most hidden corners and the history that these walls contain within. You can tour the city on foot, by bicycle or by quadricycle, you will find many places to rent them.
PIAZZA ANFITEATRO - This is a stop not to be missed, and it is precisely one of the most picturesque corners of the city. The elliptical square, typical of the Roman amphitheaters, is a real gem where there are shops, restaurants and bars to make a pleasant stop while you walk to discover the treasures of the city.
GUINIGI TOWER - Typical example of Lucca's Romanesque-Gothic architecture, impossible not to detect it in the landscape of the city with its famous garden of holm oaks sprouting at the top.
TORRE DELLE ORE - It is the highest tower in the city and offers an excellent viewpoint of the city.
VIA FILLUNGO - This is the main street of the historic center, beautiful and characteristic, it houses many elegant stores where you can go shopping.
SAN MICHELE SQUARE AND THE CHURCH - It is the heart of the historic center of Lucca, the starting point of many streets and alleys that connect with every corner of the city. Right there is the splendid Basilica of San Michele, whose construction dates back to the 8th century.
HISTORICAL VILLAS AROUND LUCCA - A few kilometers from the historical center you will find splendid historical houses surrounded by magnificent gardens, most of which can be visited.If you have free time, in addition to Villa Grabau, venue of our wedding, we recommend a visit to the beautiful Villa Reale.
JUST A FEW KILOMETERS AWAY FROM LUCCA: THE ENTIRE TUSCANY! - From the wonderful FIRENZE, the main city of Tuscany that hosts the world's main museums about the Renaissance, to the rolling hills of CHIANTI populated by fantastic wineries; from the beautiful and medieval SIENA, to the fields of VALDORCIA, there are so many incredible places to be discovered and experiences to be had!
BEST PLACES TO EAT
RESTAURANTS
Il Giglio - Piazza del Giglio, 2
Gigliola - Corso Garibaldi, 17
Da Giulio in Pelleria - Via delle Conce, 45
Bucca di Sant'Antonio - Via della Cervia, 3
Vipore - Via per Pieve S.Stefano, 4469
COFFEE PLACES AND DESSERTS