Best Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Lucca

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Best Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Lucca

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  • Angelo S
    Hilliard, OH3,630 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    You cannot come to Lucca without experiencing the walls. Whether you pass through one of the six large Ports that allow pedestrian and car traffic or one of the smaller ports that are pedestrian only, this magnificent wall is truly a sight to see. Besides being used to separate the centro from the rest of Lucca, it has walking paths on the top, restaurants, a hospitality center for those walking the via Francigena, and the original places for the soldiers that used to patrol these walls. There is a lot of history here.

    In addition, there are places to picnic, playgrounds, and art installations. On warmer days there will be musicians playing and artists drawing or painting the sights around them.

    Or, you can just walk along and enjoy the sights or take a bike ride down the wide avenue that allows you to walk all the way around the city in a contiguous loop.
    Written 7 December 2023
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  • ksufan88
    Wichita, KS5,459 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We chose to climb this tower since the Clock Tower was closed during our time in Lucca. After paying the 6 euro admission, we headed up the wide stone steps. About halfway up, the steps changed to a metal staircase but were still wide enough to let others pass by. Only the last couple flights were on a very narrow staircase that was only wide enough for a single person. There were plenty of wide landings and rest areas so it was hard to believe that we had traveled over 250 steps once we reached the top. The shade from the seven trees at the summit was nice as we walked around and enjoyed the views.
    Written 30 November 2023
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  • angeleyes27
    Brigantine, NJ5,196 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This area is a square (actually a round circle) with cafe's and shops. It was once a Roman amphitheater where gladiator shows took place and later fortified. You enter through quaint arches and are encircled by shops, cafes and other buildings. I found it picturesque.
    Written 24 February 2024
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  • ArtsyGalBaltimore
    Maryland831 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lovely cathedral. The Jacopo de Quercia Illario di Carretto statue is quite lovely in a small chapel on the right hand side of the church. Il Voto Santo is under restoration and now supine in a room visible from a large glass window and accompanied by a video, describing its loving restoration.
    Written 9 March 2024
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  • Ninon S
    Montreal, Canada25 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Absolutely outstanding! A MUST IF YOU WANT A TOTAL EXPERIENCE!
    We tasted some amazing wines, actually loved them all. The site is enchanting, set in a typical Tuscany style . Every wine is paired with food, so be prepared to eat plenty! We had the privilege to spend the afternoon with the owner himself and bonus , with were joined later by his father, the original! Winemaker!
    Written 9 March 2024
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  • AK8397
    Ontario, Canada885 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Stop here to marvel at the amazing facade of this church. So much artwork and detail. Even if you don't go inside, the incredible exterior is very much worth a visit.
    Written 8 June 2023
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  • MrMrsHappyR
    Liverpool, UK1,223 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful basilica in the town of Lucca. The building has striped brickwork which adds to the impressive effect. There is also a large tower adjoining the basilica.
    Written 11 September 2022
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  • Mark B
    Texas23 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Historically fascinating, both the house and the owners. An added benefit was the various medical instruments and history.
    Written 15 October 2023
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  • Dw0175
    Maynooth, Ireland87 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Enjoyed our visit and seeing some costumes and the piano. The costume from Madame Butterfly was being restored. Entry to the museum was on one side but tickets have to be purchased first in the shop on other side. Then you have to ring a buzzer to get entry and go up a stairs to enter. Bit of a palaver to get in but we e joyed the visit
    Written 1 July 2023
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  • holibobin
    Aberdeen, UK223 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    On a visit to Lucca you will for sure visit Fillungo. This is the main shopping street - it is narrow and long and typically Italian in feel. Full of amazing small shops ranging from handmade leather shops to ones selling olive oil , there are so many original clothing shops for children,women and so many men’s fashion stores. It is unique and honestly just a joyful experience to walk from one end to the other and enjoy the noises and smells and the sight of everyone just enjoying their day. Also so many gelaterias
    Written 10 August 2023
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  • OrdinaryJoe&Co
    West Wales155 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We visited the tower as part of a 3 ticket deal which included the Guingi Tower and Botanical Gardens. Don't forget to chose the time you visit.

    This was our favourite tower, it was certainly not as busy as the Guingi, it is higher and you have the bonus of the bells at the top.

    As with our review of the Guingi, no history just our observations/advice.

    First thing first, its worth the visit, we loved it up their, shaded on top, great views, less visitors (we had it to ourselves for half of the time we were there) and the bells (more about the bells later).

    Finding it - I know this sounds odd, because it is one of the tallest buildings in Lucca, but you do have to look for it. At street level the entrance is very discreet. So pay attention, its straight forward - we used the Google Map App on our phone, but it is a low key entrance.

    Effort - It's a tower, it is one of the tallest structures in Lucca, so you do need a certain level of mobility and fitness but as we have said about Guingi - don't be put off. Take your time and visit it.

    Head for heights - as before, unless you're a genuine vertigo sufferer you'll be fine.

    Guingi vs dell Ore - which one if you can only do one? We would do the dell Ore, for us we found it the nicer tower, less visited, great view etc

    Those bells - time to point out the obvious - this is a clock tower, that means that one of the bells chimes the hours on the hour. You are standing directly under the bell, so you will get to experience it. It is NOT too loud and if you monitor the time on your watch/phone you can plan it and capture it on your phone/camera/video/GoPro. We enjoyed that, it makes for a very atmospheric video, starting with the bell being struck and panning out across the city - your chance to be Frederico Fellini. Don't forget, on the three site ticket you're asked to chose the time of your visit here, so you can plan this.
    Written 22 July 2023
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  • Mel F
    Maidenhead, UK39 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We went for Puccini concert which was great the acoustics were outstanding and I would go again beautifully sung selection
    Written 14 August 2022
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  • Erin
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Can not recommend this place enough!! The view was spectacular! The tour was extremely informative, the wine is top notch, and we had a very generous cheese & cold meat platter. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit!
    Written 17 November 2023
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  • ksufan88
    Wichita, KS5,459 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We visited on a rainy day and were one of the only visitors waking around in this former palace. It was quite amazing how many of the original furnishings were still within the building. The elaborately decorated rooms were very interesting and was a good choice of an activity for a rainy day.
    Written 30 November 2023
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  • ksufan88
    Wichita, KS5,459 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    When we visited this museum mid-afternoon, we were the only guests in the building. We decided to purchase a combination pass for both it and the Palazzo Mansi since we also wanted to visit it (7.5 euros for both). The initial rooms contain mostly pottery fragments, old jewelry and tomb remains that weren’t that interesting to us. The many rooms that followed containing massive pieces of religious artwork were the highlight for us. The large majority of the signs were only in Italian, but there were enough in English to assist us with our enjoyment of the museum.
    Written 30 November 2023
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