Location: Province of Lucca
Top Things to do in Province of Lucca
Top 10 Architectural Buildings in Province of Lucca, Tuscany
The Province of Lucca (Italian: Provincia di Lucca) is a province in the Tuscany region of Italy. Its capital is the city of Lucca.
Restaurants in Province of Lucca
1. Villa Bernardini
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Situata nella campagna lucchese a Vicopelago, la villa risale al XVII secolo ed appartiene ancora oggi alla famiglia Bernardini. Oltrepassato il cancello di ferro, si viene accolti dal Giardino Romantico, ricco di molte varietà di piante e fiori. Seguendo i viali e superando il portone d'ingresso, si viene catapultati in un'epoca passata grazie all'arredamento originale e alla maestosità della dimora stessa. Le stanze e i vari arredi suscitano un senso di ricchezza e splendore, riportando alla mente una vita lontana. Sul retro della villa si erge il Teatro di Verzura, costruito nella prima metà del XVIII secolo. Altre meraviglie del parco sono il Giardino Segreto, con quattro statue rappresentanti le stagioni, e la Limonaia. Oltre ad essere una casa-museo (le visite sono su prenotazione in determinati giorni al fine di non sovrapporre i vari eventi), la villa si presta magnificamente anche come luogo per matrimoni, ricevimenti o feste.
2. Liberty Viareggio
3. Villa Reale di Marlia
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4.5 based on 461 reviews
One of the most striking historic residences in Italy: Villa Reale – which includes Elisa Bonaparte’s luxury 19th century home, Parkland and a Chapel – has been brought back to its former glory thanks to a large scale restoration project. Situated in a centuries-old park, hiding shyly behind a perimeter wall, Villa Reale in Marla is a wonderful destination – the epitome of charm and elegance. Rescued from deterioration by a family generously committed to an ambitious and lengthy programme of renovation, the Villa is open from March 2020. It’s a perfect location for a visit - a real hidden gem, away from the usual tourist locations. This extraordinary example of refined architecture and landscaping includes three villas, two neoclassical entrance buildings, 16 hectares of parkland, 2 chapels, a lemon house and buildings designed for stables, sawmills and services. A must see in Tuscany.
Reviewed By susan652 - Canterbury, United Kingdom
As close to Paradise as gardens get........we were recently staying in Lucca for a fortnight and decided to visit a villa with some gardens. The tourist information info suggest a variety of villas to visit but said if you only have time for one, visit Villa Reale. So we caught the 59 bus from the bus station and went. We loved it so much we ended up going back another two times (visited Villa Oliva and Villa Grabau which were close enough to walk to from Villa Reale’s bus stop) just to walk in the gardens and have lunch at Villa Reale’s delightful cafe. The lunch menu was perfect, delicious focaccia and cakes etc as well as a bar. All in perfect surroundings with a view of the lake. Federico served us on two occasions. She was an absolute delight and such an asset/ambassador for Villa Reale. She made the visit for us and introduced me to Villa Reale’s cocktails which were worth sampling. The Villa itself has been refurbished and is absolutely beautiful. Spend a half a day there and immerse yourself in the history and the beauty. It truly is a very special place. Congratulations to the owners who have done such a wonderful job on the renovation. Finally, my husband and I thought this was equally as good as Villa Carlotta on Lake Como and in what seemed to be a much larger space and far less congested. Go before the secret is out and enjoy the tranquility.
4. Lucca's Duomo (Cattedrale di San Martino)
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4.5 based on 2,516 reviews
Reviewed By LePatioDordogne - France, null
We paid €9 each for the ticket which allowed you to climb to the top of the bell tower (you need a good head for heights), into the spectacular cathedral and into the museum. We thought it was great value for money, the views were amazing, the stained glass windows and paintings were beautiful and the museum was great. We highly recommend this.
5. Acquedotto del Nottolini
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4.5 based on 201 reviews
Reviewed By 1Yvonne1
Duchess Maria Luisa of Bourbon commissioned the project to build the aqueduct in 1823; it was designed by architect Lorenzo Nottolini. The structure begins just behind the train station, at the Cistern of San Concordio, once used to carry water from the mountains into the city and contained 400 arches made from stone stretching for 3.5kms. Today the aqueduct stands in its entirety. I followed the dirt path beside the aqueduct completely captivated by the peaceful surroundings. The full length from the Temple cistern to its end at the Parco dell’Acquedotto takes about 20mins. Words cannot express how truly magnificent this feat of engineering is, just stunning. The path is also a popular cycling track. After every 17 arch there was a decorative buttress constructed to take care of the strength of the structure. However, during the 20th century, 6 arches were removed, and water supply was interrupted for the passage of A11 Motorway that connects Lucca and Capannori. The footbridge over the autostrada felt a bit dodgy, the low railings allowing gusts of wind as large lorries rolled underneath. I was very pleased to reach the other side in one piece. From the overpass I followed the aqueduct a further 2kms where Nottolini’s spectacular arches ended near the town of Guamo. The cistern at Guamo Whence was the first tank that supplied water to the city. It is also where we see the first arch of the aqueduct. The water of the aqueduct was drawn from several springs on the northern slope of Mount of Vorno, then passed through a number of layers of gravel and stone, purifying it before arriving to the temple-cistern of Guamo. From there the water was channelled inside the conduit that you can still admire today. From this point on, the arches are interrupted and the underground conduits begin. The presence of the aqueduct is still easily identifiable thanks to the numerous brick filtering wells (the ancestors of modern manholes) and other cisterns. Following the direction of the underground aqueduct, I reached an enchanting spot, the place where the waters coming from the Serra Vespaiata pass under a small bridge. The architectural innovation of Nottolini is evident in construction of the manufactured waterways that cut gentle curves through the hills between San Quirico and Vorno. From here the waterways give way to forest, then to olive groves and ancient stone houses. Follow the path up through the forest for another 2.3km to the road. From here turn right, 100m down the road is the panoramic point of Gallonzora where you can enjoy views of the Lucca plain to the Apuan Alps. Winding my way down the road the sun is shining, olive trees are bearing fruit, poppies are in bloom. On the way to Lucca you will pass through the villages of Vorno and Guamo. There are a couple of nice churches to check out and one or two cafes worth stopping at.
6. Palazzo Tori - Massoni
7. Palazzo Pfanner
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4.0 based on 753 reviews
A visit to this 17th-century villa with its magnificent gardens is well worthwhile.
Reviewed By TravelerMikePlano
The palazzo is beautiful, from the gardens to the interior design. The history of the doctor who lived here was amazing. The most interesting items on display were his medical instruments as well as numerous books he had written or collected on medica issues and anatomy.
8. Villino Caprotti
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4.0 based on 3 reviews
9. Complesso degli Ospitalieri
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
10. Palazzo Mediceo Seravezza
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4.0 based on 86 reviews
