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Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Tuscany like a Local.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
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Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Tuscany like a Local.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Walking
If you are starting from the Lucca Train Station, exit the station and head south on Viale Giuseppe Garibaldi. Continue straight until you reach the city walls. Once there, turn right and walk along the walls. Follow the path until you reach the Porta San Pietro. Exit the walls and continue straight until you reach Piazzale B. Ricasoli. The destination will be on your right.
Walking
From Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, head northeast towards Via del Teatro. Turn left onto Via del Teatro, then turn right onto Via San Paolino. Continue straight until you reach the intersection with Via Fillungo. Turn left and walk until you reach the end of the street, then turn right. Continue straight until you arrive at Piazzale B. Ricasoli, which will be on your left.
Walking
If you are at the Lucca Cathedral (Cattedrale di San Martino), exit the cathedral and head east on Via Santa Croce. Turn right onto Via Fillungo and walk straight until you reach the main square. From there, continue straight towards the city walls. Walk along the walls until you get to the Porta San Pietro exit. From there, head straight to Piazzale B. Ricasoli, which will be ahead on the right.
Use Tower Bridge as your starting point for nearby food, family ideas, nightlife, and more local discoveries.
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