Top Activities on the Ground in Lucca

Explore the traditional Tuscan town of Lucca on a walking tour of the historic center. Stroll the cobblestone streets, bustling piazzas and old Renaissance walls; trace the city’s Roman past along Via San Paolino and Piazza San Michele; and see the birthplace of local composer Giacomo Puccini. Keep your camera poised as you admire the medieval buildings along Via Fillungo, peek inside San Frediano church and visit landmarks like the Cathedral of San Martino, Piazza Anfiteatro and Torre delle Ore.

Learn about the Italian composer Puccini and connections to his hometown of Lucca with tickets to this concert series. Step inside a basilica in the center of Lucca to hear a concert featuring renowned singers and musicians. Get a crash course in the best of Puccini’s music with this evening concert.

Taste authentic Tuscan wine straight from the source on a relaxing half-day trip from Lucca. Travel by minivan through a serene landscape of rolling hills and vineyards, stopping at both a big-name winery and an organic family-run estate. Sample red, white and sweet wines, along with local products like extra-virgin olive oil. Learn about traditional wine production methods and see all the work that goes into making some of the world’s most coveted vino.

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.

Experience the beauty of one of Italy’s most famous and photographed destinations on a small-group tour from Lucca to the colorful seaside villages of Cinque Terre. Admire the dramatic contours of the Ligurian coastline as you travel by train and boat between terraced fishing towns that spill down the rocky hillside to the shore. See for yourself why the entire area has been listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Group size is limited for a more personalized tour.

Discover local flavors during a tasting at a winery in Lucca. Learn about the history of the estate that dates back to the 16th century. Hear stories about how the wine is made, including the grape’s journey from the vineyard through the cellar to the finished product. Taste three wines overlooking the vineyards.

Discover two Tuscany’s most famous and well-preserved medieval villages on this small-group tour from Lucca. See why the UNESCO-listed town of San Gimignano earned the nickname of ‘Medieval Manhattan’ with its many imposing stone towers, and visit the home of Italy’s famous Palio horse race in Siena. Finish your day in the country with a tasting of the region’s renowned wines at a historic winery tucked into the Tuscan hills.

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. 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. And if you want to have direct contact with nature, ask for directions to reach the cycle path on the river park. Difficulty: Very Easy

Lucca is surrounded by picturesque wine country, but navigating the rural roads and finding the small wineries on your own can be a challenge. With this wine tour, round-trip transportation from Lucca and a wine expert guide ensure a stress-free day. Stop at two family-run cellars to tour the vineyards and learn about their history and production techniques, then enjoy tastings featuring wines paired with local cheeses and other specialties.

See sights surrounding Lucca that are usually overlooked on a 3-hour small-group tour. Rent a bike (own expense), then follow your guide away from the city center and onto the slopes of Monte Pisano. Traveling by bike allows you to visit landmarks that would otherwise be difficult to reach, including the Lorenzo Nottolini Aqueduct and Guamo Valley. Along the way, your guide provides live commentary for a more enriching experience.

Do as the locals in Lucca do, and get around around the city by bike. This half-day Lucca bike tour not only showcases the sights of the old town, but also the city’s food, too. During the ride, you’ll stop to savor a glass of wine along with regional treats such as cured meat and cheese, and learn about Tuscany from your guide. When you book, choose between a small-group tour or a private option just for your personal group.

With its compact historic center and scenic path along the top of the defensive walls, Lucca is a delightful spot to explore by bike. With this guided tour, set off on two wheels to take in the highlights of the city, touching on the most picturesque squares, storied churches, and monuments like the Roman amphitheater, towering Guinigi Tower, and picturesque Via del Battistero, famous for its antique shops.

"On the well-cultivated hills, that surround the fertile plain of Lucca on every side, the pleasant villas of the patrician families are scattered among vineyards and olive groves" (Georg Christoph Martini). Lucca and its villas, a heritage that undoubtedly deserves to be discovered and deepened. And what better way, if not the calm and relaxed state that the bicycle can bring, to enjoy a similar experience? We'll start the tour from the city center and following the path along the river, in the open countryside, we'll reach these wonderful historic mansions. We'll visit the most sumptuous and regal , the "Royal Villa" , once belonged to Elisa Bonaparte, sister of Napoleon Bonaparte. We'll return back to the city with the memory of a truly unique experience!

BY E-BIKE AMONG VINEYARDS AND OLIVE GROVES The e-bike tour with wine tasting begins with a visit to the walls of Lucca, over 4 km of cycle path all around the historic center. From this elevated position above the city, you will have a view of the symbolic monuments of Lucca and you will have time to become familiar with the e-bike. The guide will then easily lead you outside the walls, entering the surrounding countryside, between the villages of Meati, Gattaiola and Vicopelago. The e-bike will allow you to face a few short climbs effortlessly and our expert guide will help you understand the complexity of the "vineyard" ecosystem and its low environmental impact agriculture. The visit will continue in the vineyards, in the cellar and in the tasting room. Wine tasting will allow you to grasp the organoleptic complexity and have a better understanding of them. Typical local products such as bruschetta, meats, cheeses and olive oil will be combined

Welcome to the cycle tour "Versilia Storica Medicea" UNESCO site "Medici Palace" in Seravezza. Pietrasanta, an open - air museum, houses works of art by Fernando Botero, Igor Mitoraj and other artists; Cloister of Sant 'Agostino, home to international exhibitions, located in Piazza Duomo, we will admire the bell tower attributed to Michelangelo Buonarroti. Then we leave for the historic Versiliana Villa that belonged to Gabriele D 'Annunzio, now home to shows, cultural cafés and exhibitions. Then we enter the pine forest in the shade and fine air for a session of cardio-circulatory and fitness activities. Forte dei Marmi stands where the marble road ended, built by Michelangelo to transport the blocks from the Apuan Alps by sea. The Fortino, located in Piazza Garibaldi, was a military, customs and health post, now home to exhibitions and museums of the satire. It owes its worldly fame to the Agnelli family who made it known to the world since the last century.

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!

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.

An incredibile experience with a Zip Line in the heart of Tuscany, at the end lunch in a farm house in the area

Join us in this wonderful urban adventure that will allow you to live a unique experience in one of the most beautiful villages of Tuscany! Test your skills, spend a few hours of fun and learn about the history San Miniato. You've to solve small puzzles and riddles to find the key that will open the chest. You will discover curiosities, historical places and anecdotes that will help you solve the witch's curse!

Follow the Serchio River and cycle along scenic country roads on the way to the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa on this family-friendly self-guided tour. This easy/intermediate journey starts in Lucca and follows secondary country roads all around the Monti Pisani. Cycle down 33 kilometers of dirt and asphalt roads with a trekking bike or an e-bike. Bikes are fitted with a phone holder, making it easy to follow the GPS directions on the application. The journey to Pisa takes between 2 to 4 hours. After approximately 20 kilometers, stop at San Giuliano Terme for a refreshing drink in the charming central square in front of the Spa. The itinerary ends in Piazza dei Miracoli, in front of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Return to Lucca on a direct route by bike or on a 25-minute train ride. The bikes fit easily into the train's storage wagons and train tickets can be purchased in advance from the local partner. Difficulty: Easy/Intermediate 33 km Lucca to Pisa

TASTE THE TYPICAL PRODUCTS AND DISCOVER THE HISTORICAL CENTER Explore Lucca by e-bike in small groups and taste typical local products. Lucca is surrounded by Renaissance cycle walls and is known as "the city of 100 churches", but also for its food, both sweet and salty. During this relaxing tour you will discover the main attractions such as the Cathedral of San Martino, Church of San Michele, Piazza Napoleone, Piazza Anfiteatro and part of the walls always accompanied by our friendly guide. You will stop at a traditional delicatessen where you will taste Tuscan appetizers accompanied by a glass of wine and, after a short ride, seated again in one of the historic pastry shops where you will also taste sweets from Lucca.

Through this tour it will be possible to have a timeless experience that blends the classic Italian style with the typical beauty that only the Tuscan countryside can offer... Get on board our bike to discover the real Tuscan landscapes, traditions, colours, and flavours. What are you waiting for? Call your friends to spend a carefree and fun day.

Explore Lucca and the surrounding beauties by bike at your own pace. At the shop we will give you all instructions to follow our customised itinerary on a free app for mobile and all accessories to be independent and safe and then you have just to cycle and have fun! You don't need to consume your mobile data, everything works off-line. You can choose an easy tour, following the northern variant of the Via Francigena along the cycle path of Serchio river park, to reach Villa Oliva, Villa Grabau and Villa Reale. In particular, it is possible to enter Villa Reale and the park with the bicycle (entrance fee not included) and stop for as long as you want on the lawn for a picnic or cool off at the villa's cafe. EASY - aprox 25 km round trip. Our staff will be at your disposal for any needs.

Through this tour, it will be possible to have a timeless experience that blends the classic Italian style with the typical beauty that only the Tuscan countryside can offer... Get onboard our bike to discover the real Tuscan landscapes, traditions, colours, and flavours. What are you waiting for? Call your friends to spend a carefree and fun day.