Lucca Walking Food Tour
Enjoy traditional tordelli, buccellato bread, and more across four stops with five local tastings
Embark on a flavorful exploration of Lucca that combines medieval architecture with the city’s favorite recipes. Your guide leads you through narrow alleys to taste golden chickpea flatbread and handmade tordelli pasta. Between bites, you will explore iconic landmarks like the tree-topped Guinigi Tower and the oval Piazza Anfiteatro. From sampling artisan charcuterie in a bustling piazza to enjoying slow-churned gelato on a quiet side street, every stop reveals a different side of the city.
What You Get With This Tour
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Expert English-speaking guide
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5 tastings with 4 stops
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One alcoholic beverage for adults
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Lucca, served local
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Guide tips
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins at the Cappella Musicale Santa Cecilia
Your tour begins at the Cappella Musicale Santa Cecilia where you meet your local guide. You’ll kick things off in this grand square, surrounded by massive 19th-century palaces once inhabited by Napoleon’s sister during her reign over the city. -
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Taste buccellato at San Michele in Foro
Next, you’ll visit the stunning marble facade of San Michele in Foro, built over an ancient Roman forum. You’ll sample buccellato, a sweet, anise-scented bread so iconic that locals say you haven’t truly seen Lucca until you’ve tasted it. -
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Explore the iconic Piazza Anfiteatro
You’ll wander into the oval Piazza Anfiteatro, which perfectly preserves the shape of a former Roman arena. Your guide shares how this gladiator ring transformed into a vibrant social hub filled with bustling cafes and yellow-hued medieval houses. -
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Enjoy tordelli near San Frediano
Near the golden mosaics of San Frediano Basilica, you’ll dive into a plate of tordelli. These hearty, meat-filled pasta pockets are the stars of a Luccan Sunday lunch, served in a rich ragù that captures the authentic flavor of the region. -
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Pair wine and cold cuts in the center
Your journey continues past the tree-topped Guinigi Tower for a classic Tuscan aperitivo in a lively square. You’ll snack on fennel-scented salami and local pecorino cheese, all washed down with a glass of bold regional red wine. -
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Finish your tour with street food and dessert
Finally, you’ll head to Via Buia to grab a slice of warm cecina, a savory chickpea flatbread. Your tour finishes near Piazza San Michele with artisan chocolates and local sweets, leaving you with a very full stomach and a new favorite city.
Additional Information
Good to know:
Tour Changes: Our menus are seasonal and depend on daily availability, so specific tastings may change to ensure you always enjoy the freshest local ingredients.
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible, as some restaurants include stairs.
Dietary Restrictions: Please contact us in advance with any special dietary restrictions or allergies, so we can do our best to accommodate you. For safety reasons, guests with severe or life-threatening food allergies are unfortunately unable to participate in this experience.
Alcohol Consumption: This tour includes local wine; participants consuming alcohol should be of legal drinking age in Italy (18).
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.
Your 3.5-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
At least four food stops
Five unique tastings
One alcoholic beverage for adults
Maximum group size of 12
What to bring:
Comfortable shoes
Water bottle
Camera
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tour family friendly?
Yes, this is a family-friendly experience that welcomes children of all ages. Strollers can be accommodated on the walking route.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
This experience involves walking through medieval streets with some uneven paving and potentially stairs at certain tasting locations. It is not wheelchair accessible.
What if I have dietary restrictions?
Please contact us with any specific allergies or restrictions in advance. While we do our best to accommodate everyone, this experience is not suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies due to the nature of local kitchens.
What if I don't recognize the food on the menu?
That is the best part of exploring with a local! Your guide will explain the ingredients and history of every dish, from the chickpea-based cecina to the anise-scented buccellato. It is a great way to step outside your comfort zone and find a new favorite Tuscan specialty.
