Tours in Lucca

Join us for an interesting morning walking tour that will dive you into the history, the art and also the food culture of our fascinating city. This experience is a perfect introduction to the city that you will discover from different points of view. We look forward to letting you experience a chill-out tour seen from a local perspective.

You can try a unique excursion a stone's throw from the historic center of Lucca. An activity suitable for everyone and for all occasions! Couples, families, birthdays, stag and hen parties, fun is guaranteed. Rafting is ideal for first-timers, and is ideal for everyone.

Immerse yourself in Lucca’s history and culinary traditions with a walking tour and cooking class that blends culture, food, and authentic flavors. Begin with a guided stroll through Lucca’s medieval streets, visiting local markets and food shops to discover fresh Tuscan ingredients and learn about the region’s renowned cuisine. After an hour of exploring, head to a local kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, you’ll prepare classic Lucchese dishes like tordelli lucchesi (stuffed pasta), farro soup, or castagnaccio (chestnut flour cake), mastering traditional Tuscan cooking techniques. Once the meal is ready, enjoy your homemade dish paired with fine Tuscan wine in the cozy atmosphere of an authentic Lucca home. Ideal for food lovers and cultural explorers, this experience offers new cooking skills, authentic recipes, and unforgettable memories of Lucca’s culinary heritage.

Truffle hunting experience with local experts Tasting of dishes featuring fresh truffles Full lunch with local wines Stop at the Leaning Tower of Pisa This tour offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the traditions and nature of Tuscany, providing an experience rich in authentic flavors and enchanting landscapes. Explore the heart of Tuscany and indulge in its culinary treasures on this unforgettable journey. This exclusive tour, starting from Lucca, takes you on a day dedicated to the flavors and nature of Tuscany, focusing on the search and tasting of truffles, one of the region's most precious culinary treasures. Here, a unique experience awaits you: accompanied by local experts and their trained dogs, you will venture into the woods in search of hidden truffles. You will discover how these dogs, with their exceptional sense of smell, can locate truffles buried in the ground.

If your dream is to discover all the hidden corners of a Tuscan city, that's what you were waiting for :) We will spend some hours in the Etruscan village of Volterra... famous for its roman theatre and the production of alabaster! This unique town was the home of the Etruscans: a population that lived in the area of Tuscany even before the Romans. Furthemore, Volterra was the setting for "New Moon", the second vampire book in the Twilight series. During the day, we will stop in a real salt mine to discover the secret of the finest salt of Tuscany! I will pick you up with my professional van, and I will drive you through the hills of Tuscany until we will arrive at our destination. At every attraction, our driverguide will stop the van trying to offer you an exclusive and comfortable experience and will explain you everything he knows: it will be like watching the view from the eyes of a local. Don't miss this special opportunity to book a daytrip to remember :)

Follow me to a place where time stopped, re-discover a remote world, full of poetry and history, where you will admire medieval churches and places that have remained unchanged for centuries. You will walk among olive groves from which you can enjoy a unique view over the whole valley of Lucca. You will discover the secrets hidden behind the green gold of Lucca and surprises along the route that you will not forget. THE MEETING POINT IS JUST 10 MINUTES DRIVING FROM THE TRAIN STATION (MEETING POINT). IF YOU DON'T HAVE A CAR YOU COULD TAKE A TAXI.

Enjoy an alternative evening during your stay in town and join us on an evening walking tour of the sightseeing of Lucca with final aperitivo that means wine and food to relish. You will discover the charm of the city by night by experiencing the local tradition of meeting friends before dinner! An easy way to explore the city under many aspects: art, history and lifestyle!

We advise all curious people, lovers of the outdoors, to rent a Vespa or a scooter to discover the beauties around Lucca independently and easily and experience a trip to freedom along the fascinating roads of Tuscany. We are ready to suggest the best attractions, small villages, ancient farms, parks for outdoor experiences and historic cities that you can visit from Lucca by renting a Vespa, which you could not reach so easily either by bicycle or by car.

A customized day trip to Portovenere & the Cinque Terre for the discerning traveler seeking an authentic Italian experience on a small group tour with only the very best of English speaking driver-guides. Travel from Lucca to discover the colorful fishing town of Portovenere and adventure through the five Cinque Terre villages; a World Heritage site of outstanding beauty. We have great recommendations for planning a wonderful day for you however, as a private tour, if there is anything you would particularly like to see or do, just let us know and we'll do our best to incorporate this into your day. As a small group private tour, you'll visit Italy close up in comfortable Mercedes minivans.

The tasting at Cantalici is a way to immerse yourself in a family atmosphere to discover typical wines of the Chianti Classico production area, an experience that allows you to rediscover ancient flavors and the love for creating a product that contains the history of an entire family. You have the possibility to taking a guided tour in the vinification area and aging cellar with explanation of production processes, history and company philosophy. Not just wine! The guided tour leads to the discovery of an ancient brick kiln dating back to the early 1500s - past, present and future! It ends with the tasting of 6 wines, accompanied by crackers, taralli and bruschetta with extra virgin olive oil.

Come to Tuscany! A tour to discover the city of Lucca with its vineyards, olive trees and beautiful Villas! If you want to spend a few hours in the countryside, away from traffic and chaos, this is the tour for you! Here's what we'll do together: -We ride along the river and low traffic roads (about 1 hour) This path is almost all pedestrian, very safe -Villa Reale We visit the Park walking surrounded by nature and admiring Camellias, ancient trees and extraordinary architecture We visit the inside of the Villa walking among the rooms that were the residence of Princess Elisa Baciocchi, Napoleon's sister -Short walk through vineyards and olive trees to get to Villa La Badiola (10 minutes) -Wine, oil and typical products tasting at La Badiola The farm La Badiola produces organic wine and oil -Free time for our souvenir photos! -Return with our e-bikes (about 1 hour)

Visit the vibrant local market and immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive cooking demo and taste authentic Lucca recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from Tuscany cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

The tasting at Cantalici is a way to immerse yourself in a familiar atmosphere to discover typical wines from the Chianti Classico production area, an experience that allows you to rediscover ancient flavors and the love for the creation of a product that contains the history of an entire family.

Monte Pisani is just few minutes away the city center of Lucca. It is a stunning place in nature so there will be many chances to stop and snap some photos. We will be surrounded by incredible views overlooking the town of Lucca one side and Pisa on the other, with the leaning tower in the distance (away from the crowd) and the sea as a background!

Cultural historical walk in a surprising and unexpected city. Contact with local life, culture and food and wine. We will visit the Church of San Andrea with the wonderful pulpit by Giovanni Pisano, a jewel of medieval sculpture. In the Cathedral we will be able to admire the silver altar dedicated to San Jacopo, a marvel of unique goldsmith's art. We will then move on to admire the Robbiane that decorate the facade of the Spedale Del Ceppo, the last and only masterpiece by Giovanni Della Robbia. from medieval legends to Renaissance masterpieces, to the discovery of a hidden city.

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Lucca, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide created with the support of a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Lucca! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian Aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more! What are you waiting for?

The guided tour allows visitors to learn about the evolution of military engineering in Italy from the 13th to the 17th centuries. Visiting the interior of the bastions is like entering the ‘bowels’ of the Walls of Lucca which, incidentally, were never used for defensive purposes. The immense brick vaults of the galleries, built for the purpose of hiding the heavy bronze cannons, are spectacular and breathtaking.

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 LUCCA COUNTRYSIDE AND ENJOY A PICNIC IN THE NATURE IN A FAMILY WINERY An easy afternoon trip in the Tuscan countryside on the first hills just around Lucca walls. Following our directions you will leave Lucca walls behind avoiding local traffic, thanks to the Puccini cycle path and the Serchio river white road. Once in the countryside you will enjoy some easy ups and downs among olive groves and vineyards until you reach the winery. The farmer will warmly welcome you at his estate and will offer you the picnic box with tastings of local foods and his wine and you can choose where staying on the grass to enjoy it. You can take your time, relax in the nature, visit the cellar and ask the farmer for additional wine tastins if you are a wine lover (extra cost). We wait you back at the shop before 19.00, after an easy ride back (about 30 minutes). Difficulty: Easy/Moderate Lengh: 15 km + 5km back usually 1,5 hours + 30 minutes by bike

You will be accompanied by the company staff on a visit to the wine cellar; then we will go to the tasting room, where you can taste 6 of our organic and biodynamic wines, on our beautiful terrace overlooking the vineyards. You will also taste the EVO oil and small typical products of the Lucchese cuisine

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!

Visiting the center of Lucca, Italy by bike offers a unique and special experience. Lucca is known for its well-preserved city walls, and cycling along these ancient fortifications provides a fantastic way to explore the city. The broad promenade on top of the walls offers panoramic views of Lucca's historic center, allowing you to admire its architectural beauty from a different perspective. Biking through the narrow streets and squares of Lucca's city center is a breeze, as the area is mostly closed to vehicular traffic. You can leisurely pedal through charming cobblestone streets, passing by picturesque piazzas, medieval towers, and elegant buildings. The compact nature of Lucca's center allows you to easily navigate and discover its hidden corners and hidden gems on two wheels.

This by-night tour of Lucca is a wonderful experience because it allows visitors to see the city in a quite and enchanting atmosphere, far from the daytime crowds. At night, churches and Palazzi are closed and silent: we will see these buildings from outside admiring their sober beauty. The soft illumination of the historic landmarks creates a magical ambiance, perfect for capturing memorable photos and enjoying the city's timeless beauty. The cooler evening hours make walking more comfortable, and the quieter streets offer a more intimate connection to the city's history and charm. Guides share stories and legends that feel even more captivating under the stars. After the tour one can stop at cozy cafés or wine bars making the experience also about immersing oneself in Lucchese culture. Overall, a night tour provides a unique perspective of Lucca, highlighting its beauty and atmosphere in a way that’s both peaceful and unforgettable.

Music and Giacomo Puccini are two points of reference tied to history and harmony. To acquaint oneself with Lucca, they can also be perceived as two of the fundamental elements generated by a territory rich in history, culture, and tradition. Visitors will be surprised to discover how many other artists have left mementos of their passage through Lucca and how many major events have been held here, to present day. Past musicians like Boccherini, Paganini and contemporary ones like Chet Baker and The Rolling Stones, to name a few, have all been protagonists in Lucca’s still vibrant musical journey. Our guided tour consists of a pleasant stroll through town, accompanied by excerpts of the artists’ most significant and famous compositions. So, in addition to getting to know the history of Lucca, it will be possible to become acquainted with the musicians, hear anecdotes about their lives and the places in town connected to them, including the Puccini Museum and the Teatro del Giglio.