Lucca

The elegant Renaissance city of Lucca has a perfectly preserved historical center and city walls, where its powerful past is still very visible and enjoyable nowadays.

Thanks to the 16th century walls Lucca was protected from any siege; consequently, its historic center is perfectly preserved. There you will find different landmarks in appearance and history – from a medieval maze of alleyways to the Roman grid-like arrangement of passageways, from Renaissance loggias to Rococo facades.
The charming town of Lucca is often times overlooked by tourists, overshadowed by the draws of the more traditional tourists stops of nearby Pisa and Florence.
It’s strategic position just off the beaten track has helped to maintain the character and authenticity of this ancient city.
Inside the walls, the historic center of Lucca is known by Italians for it’s fashion and great shopping.