What to do and see in Province of Lucca, Tuscany: The Best Tours

September 7, 2021 Marianna Hollaway

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. Carriage tour in the historic center of Lucca

Taxi stand (posteggio), P.za Napoleone, 3265, 55100 Lucca LU, Italy Lucca Horse Carriage
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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.

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Reviewed By SophieG1

We bought this tour from Viator, my first time using the company. The operator/driver was great at contacting us to make final arrangements especially as the weather was changeable. The tour was excellent, informative and relaxing and the horse was just lovely. We were picked up at our hotel in the center of Lucca and delivered back after a very relaxing and enjoyable time.

2. Private pasta-making class at a local's home with with lunch or dinner in Lucca

Lucca, Lucca, Province of Lucca, Tuscany Cesarine
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mmerse yourself in a private pasta-making class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. You'll have a fully equipped workstation with utensils and ingredients and your local host will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional pasta recipe, handed down by generations of mammas and nonnas. After the class, sit down at the table with your Italian family and taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks and wine experts. Cesarine are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. Every host is reviewed for authentic culinary traditions.

Inclusions: Hands on Private Pasta-making Class, Learn and taste 3 pasta recipes, Water, local wines and Espresso

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Reviewed By F5226UUhaleyp

I can't see enough good things about this class the family is so friendly and homie I learnt so much and the food was amazing I recommend this to anyone who goes to this area! They live in the most adorable farmhouse and have such a sweet dog, and the translator is so nice and friendly it just feels like you are cooking and eating with your own family.

3. Pisa and Lucca Half-Day

Top Limo NCC
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A private tour with a native english speaking driver who will show you the best that Tuscany has to offer.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water

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Reviewed By 19Brich

We were fortunate to have Marco as our tour guide for this trip and he was excellent. Very professional and knowledgeable. Took us to a vineyard in Tuscany as well as. Took the time to make reservations at a beautiful restaurant in Florence and the food was amazing. Very clean vehicle waters for everyone. It was fantastic and very reasonably priced. I would highly recommend him to anyone!

4. Tuscan Wine Tour in Lucca by shuttle

Autoservizi DB Tuscany - Private Drivers
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The only authentic wine tour in Lucca. Two wineries. Two different ways of making wines, different opinions, and different methods, but united by the same aim: producing the best wine of Lucca. I will pick you up at your accommodation with my van, and I will drive you through the hills of Tuscany. For every winery we will visit the cellar where you will discover all the secrets about Tuscan wine, thanks to the explanations and the life stories of the farmers. Than, you will taste 3 wines of the production. Every wine will be matched with products from the garden and some specialties, like finocchiona or pecorino cheese, plus a final dessert... a dip in the Tuscan table culture! You won't be hungry :) "It's not just drinking wine: we want to make you know the real Tuscany and to tell you the story of our roots" N.B.: ! The price includes the transportation and the guided tour, but not the cost of the tastings: you will pay 15€ per person at every winery, directly on the spot !

Inclusions: Private transportation, Guided Tour on the hills of Tuscany, Bottled water

Exclusions: Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By 591paulinek

We used Tommaso for a ladies trip to Tuscany in September. He provided airport transfers to and from Pisa to our hotel in Florence as well as a half day tour in Chianti with some stops for wine tasting. Tommaso and his colleague were punctual, extremely friendly and helpful, spoke very good English and offered very competitive rates. I would recommend him to anyone needing transport in the area. Thank you for a brilliant few days!

5. Flavours of Lucca Small Group Art, History, Food and Wine tastings Tour

Piazzale Ricasoli, 55100 Lucca LU, Italy Tuscany like a Local
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Join us for an interesting morning food tour that will dive you into the gastronomy, history, art and 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.

Inclusions: selection of local sweet treats plus espresso or capuccino, local snack with secret recipe (vegetarian), selection of cured meats, cheese and crostini plus a glass of wine or beer

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Reviewed By 885nancyb

Did this tour in the summer of 2019 (not 2020) with our extended family, led by Luca and Chiara. It was such a fun and memorable experience. The bikes were in great condition. The guides were so helpful and informative and the treats we stopped to enjoy were fabulous. We also did their Pisa tour with them too, to make it a very full day. We loved every minute. Thanks Luca and Chiara and we wish you great success with your new company. Can't wait to return to Tuscany!

6. Lucca Aperitivo Adventure Small groups with food and wine

Piazzale Ricasoli, 55100 Lucca LU, Italy Tuscany like a Local
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Enjoy an alternative evening during your stay in town joining our evening walk tour of the sightseeing of Lucca with final Aperitivo that means, wine and food to savour. You will discover the charm of the city by night learning and trying the local tradition to meet friends before dinner! An easy way to explore the city under many aspects: art, history and lifestyle!.

Inclusions: traditional local snack like cecina or pizza, a pre dinner moment with a selection of crostini and other finger food of the day plus local wine

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Reviewed By 885nancyb

Did this tour in the summer of 2019 (not 2020) with our extended family, led by Luca and Chiara. It was such a fun and memorable experience. The bikes were in great condition. The guides were so helpful and informative and the treats we stopped to enjoy were fabulous. We also did their Pisa tour with them too, to make it a very full day. We loved every minute. Thanks Luca and Chiara and we wish you great success with your new company. Can't wait to return to Tuscany!

7. Lucca Bikes and Bites Small groups with food tastings

Piazzale Ricasoli, 55100 Lucca LU, Italy Tuscany like a Local
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This tour is the best way to live the city in the manner of locals: by bike. You can completely enjoy the historical centre, the shading city walls and delicious typical products while you stay fit.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, italian apetizer: selection of cured meats and cheese and a glass of wine or soft drink, 1 beer or wine or soft drinks plus local snacks, artisan gelato

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Reviewed By 1Yvonne1

Tour Date: THURSDAY, 2nd May 2019 (The date required by Tripadvisor doesn't go back before Covid times)... My guide, Diletta arrived at our meeting point at the elected time. No one else joined the tour which was great; I could practise my Italian and ask lots of questions. From the train station, we walked past the majestic city walls and enjoyed a view of Lucca before diving into local life. Our first food stop was in a local bakery. My mouth watered as we entered Pizza da Felice. First tasting, Cecina (che chen a); a wonderful tasty light chick pea flatbread, best eaten hot. Next, a slice of pizza washed down with a glass of Melotti beer; now under the name of the Dutch Heineken umbrella. Piazza Antelminelli was our next stop and the site of the beautiful Romanesque marble Cattedrale di San Martino. The Cathedral was built during the 6th century, at that period the most central and important areas were already too congested, hence it’s unusual location. At first glance the square appears a bit devoid of character with its wide-open spaces and different architectural styles and buildings from different eras, but wait and you will soon feel how the Duomo emanates a soft tranquillity. We then headed to a favourite local spot: San Michele in Foro Square. This is where locals come to meet up with one another, typically for a friendly chat in a nice coffee bar. Located in the centre is Chiesa di San Michele in Foro, a Roman Catholic basilica church. It is built over the ancient Roman forum. Until 1370 it was the seat of the Consiglio Maggiore (Major Council), the commune's most important assembly. It is dedicated to Archangel Michael. Lucca’s locals love going for Aperitivo after work, meeting with friends and spending a few hours indulging in a glass of good wine and some savoury snacks. And because this tour is all about showing me how the locals live, we stop at an old vineria called Vinarkia Della Pavona della sophi s.n.c. This is a small wine bar typical of the Tuscan tradition. It was pleasant sitting in the outside courtyard, chatting to Diletta. She made it feel like friends hanging out while also giving great information about Lucca. The glass of Vermentino and the generous Aperitivo were equally enjoyable. Our third stop was the Farmacia located in Piazza San Michele. In 1855, this beautiful Art Nouveau pharmacy was the scene of Doctor Pasquale Massagli’s new concoction, a quina elixir named China Massagli. It is prepared with cinchona bark, which arrives directly from the Amazon rainforest. The bark is put to macerate in pure alcohol and decalcified water, together with aromatic herbs and officinal roots. After a long period, during which it is emulsified and filtered twice, the elixir is ready to be consumed, even in long drinks with ice, both as an aperitif and a digestif. We continued through the city as she pointed out the history of the towers and all that Lucca has to offer. Lastly, we stopped in the beautiful square for our final Aperitivo. After a few minutes of walking through the attractive streets, we reached Amphitheatre Square, the only oval square in Italy that takes the place of the typical Roman amphitheatre. We stopped here at Bollicina, finally relaxing with a glass of Monte Carlo Rossi Dating back to the year 846, and of course, a side of pepper, prosciutto, pecorino cheese chicken liver pate and mushroom pate.

8. Full-Day Private Pisa and Lucca Tour from Florence

Ciao Florence Tours and Travels
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Enjoy a private tour of the Tuscan cities of Pisa and Lucca, taking advantage of the personalized attention of your driver! Visit the famous Leaning Tower in Pisa, and discover the other wonders of the breath taking Piazza dei Miracoli, the very heart of the city itself: the white marble Cathedral, the Baptistery and the Monumental Graveyard. Then visit Lucca, particularly appreciated for its 16th century intact walls and for the majestic Guinigi Tower. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Florence is included with a private driver for the day.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Mercedes vehicle, Speaking driver, Free time in Pisa, Free time in Lucca, Bottled water, Wi-Fi

Exclusions: Lunch, Local guide in Lucca or Pisa

Reviewed By J Adam K

Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.

9. Walking Tour and Exploration of Lucca

Piazzale Verdi, 55100 Lucca, Province of Lucca, Italy Turislucca
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If you are travelling with your family, in a small group, or individually, share the experience of a guided tour of Lucca’s historic center with others. It is an interesting and economical way to discover the wonders of the town.

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Reviewed By JoAn F

Fascinating tour, led by Carlo. Carlo is very knowledgeable about WWII but was also able to explain the big strategies and local involvement in a way that was interesting and engaging. We spent quite a bit of time in the small museum, learning about the Gothic Line and some of the local individuals that participated in the war activities. Then we headed out to two nearby bunkers. He led us through the bunkers so that we could understand their purpose, construction, and impact.

10. Shore Excursion To Lucca & Pisa From Livorno

Via Claudio Cogorano, 3, 57123 Livorno LI, Italy Sightseeing Experience
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Let’s visit Lucca and Pisa in 1 day! On board our shuttle bus with our expert excort you will easly let you reach and visit this 2 cities. We grant you the return on time at the cruise ship! Once you will arrive in Lucca our escort will lead you trough the most important lendmarks like the Torre Guinigi, the Anfitatro square and the san Frediano Church, at the end you will have some free time; if you wish you can add to your guided tour a typical lunch in the city center. Fall in love with Pisa and the amazing Piazza Dei Miracoli: the most popular attraction in Pisa where you will have free time to visit the Leaning Tower, the Cathedral and the Baptistery or realaxing In the green meadow under the shadow of one of this monument. Included in your excursion you have an ice cream in the city center! You can add to your excursion a typical lunch in Lucca or if you prefer visiting Lucca on your own you can chose the Low Cost Option that includes only the transfer.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Priority boarding on Tuscany Bus, Free WiFi on-board, On-board and bus stop assistance in English, Italian and Spanish, Walking tour in Lucca with expert escort ( if selected ), Typical Lunch in Lucca and Ice cream in Pisa ( if selected ) , Free map of Lucca and Pisa

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation from Livorno Port to Livorno city center

Reviewed By RobbieFPB

Wish we had read the reviews before booking. Palermo is quite small and most the main sights are very central, so you don’t really need a bus tour. However, even if you are not keen on walking, the bus tour will be of little use, as the advertised ‘hop on, hop off, every 20 minutes’ is simply untrue. The bus only arrives every 90 minutes (we lunched in a restaurant next to the stop we alighted from and that was the time gap). In addition, there is no access to a live map for bus arrivals, so you have no idea when the next bus will arrive. In a nutshell, it’s a rip off.

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