Walls of Lucca

Visit the walls and taste wines among vineyards and olive groves on this guided bike tour from Lucca. Enjoy some mouth-watering snacks along with your local wine. The e-bike tour begins with an introduction to the city by our friendly guide and a visit to the walls of Lucca. Enjoy over 4 kilometer's of cycle path all around the historic center. Head up to an elevated position above the city, where you will have a view of the symbolic monuments of Lucca and you will have time to become familiar with the e-bike. After a taste of Lucca's old town and its attractions the guide will easily lead you outside the walls, entering the surrounding countryside. Peddle among charming villages and family farms. The e-bike will allow youto face a few short climbs effortlessly. Your guide will help you understand the complexity of the "vineyard" ecosystem and its low environmental impact agriculture. The visit will continue in the cellar and in the vineyards. Finally, partake in wine tasting combined with typical local products such as bruschetta, meats, cheeses and olive oil.

Built during the Renaissance, the Walls of Lucca are a leading example of Italian fortification. Explore this large public park that surrounds and delimits the historical center. Immerse in the elevated walkway, flanked by different varieties of trees. Also, take in the incredible experience of visiting their interior. Discover the galleries and the recently restored rooms. The restoration has given back one of the most treasured monuments to the inhabitants of Lucca and has made moving from the inside of the city to the outside, simple and very suggestive. Learn from your local guide all about the evolution of military engineering in Italy from the 13th to the 17th centuries. Visit the interior of the bastions that incidentally were never used for defensive purposes. Also, discover the immense brick vaults of the galleries, built for the purpose of hiding the heavy bronze cannons.

With this tour you will be able to have a concrete idea of the historical, artistic and cultural beauties at a sustainable rate. Your Qualified Tourist Guide will take you to discover buildings, monuments, characters, places enclosed in the 4 km of monumental walls and will explain everything to you ONLY in ITALIAN. The itinerary lasting approximately 2 hours is suitable both for those visiting Lucca for the first time and for those who want to deepen their knowledge of the city. Paid entrance fees are NOT included. The climb up the Renaissance Walls is included.

Join this BASIC walking tour and don't miss the 'must see' of Lucca! Perfect for first-time visitors and and also for people interested in Lucca’s impressive history, stories and legends that have made the small, stunning city so unique. The tour DOESN'T include ticket to the Duomo! The tour is in English ONLY. Duration (including the inside of the Duomo) is around 1 hour and 45 minutes. Once you join our small group (no more than 24 people) your guide will let you discover the highlights of Lucca, a charming, walled city in northern Tuscany. Your guide will tell you anecdotes about its fabled residents and will show you the local way of life. "Must see": Piazza San Michele, Via Fillungo, the city Walls, San Frediano Church, Piazza Anfiteatro, Guinigi tower, the Duomo (ticket NOT included).

Get an insider’s view of Lucca’s most historic neighborhoods on a group walking tour of the Amphitheater Square, the Palazzo Pfanner, the Piazza San Martino. Begin your urban walking adventure by meeting your guide at the Saint Maria Gate, where you'll hear straight to the Amphitheater Square. Learn how it was built on the ruins of a Roman arena, giving it its iconic ovular shape. Next, head towards the Palazzo Pfanner, a stunning palace with Baroque style architecture and opulent gardens. The historic city of Lucca is made of fortress style architecture from the 16th and 17th centuries. Unlike most cities, Lucca is a peaceful and slow-paced place, which you'll notice on your relaxed walking tour. Then, continue your journey down the main shopping street of Via Fillungo, where you can grab a bite to eat and do a little shopping, before walking to the Piazza San Martino — home to several important monuments, including the Lucca Cathedral, built in 1070. Carry on towards the Teatro del Giglio, which is the historic city theater and opera house. Finally, walk along the walls in front of the Porta San Pietro, and enjoy panoramic views overlooking the picturesque city.