8 days in Lucca Itinerary

Lucca, famous for its intact Renaissance-era city walls, remained an independent city-state until the end of the 18th century.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Dog Beach San Vincenzo and San Pietro Church. Change things up with these side-trips from Lucca: Santuario di Montenero (in Livorno), Castello di Verrazzano (in Greve in Chianti) and Pisa (Leaning Tower of Pisa, Piazza dei Miracoli, &more). The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Le mura di Lucca, don't miss a visit to Piazza Anfiteatro, stroll around Parco Naturale Regionale di Porto Venere, and snap pictures at Ponte della Maddalena - Ponte del Diavolo.

For where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Lucca itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Pisa International Airport, Peretola Airport and Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport. In June, daily temperatures in Lucca can reach 81°F, while at night they dip to 60°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.