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City Bike Tour: Explore Historic Center & Local Delights
5.0
267 Ratings
Lucca
This journey offers the optimal city experience the way the locals do: on a bicycle. It allows you to take in the rich history of the city centre, the shaded city walls, and relish in the delightful local delicacies as you maintain your fitness.
This journey offers the optimal city experience the way the locals do: on a bicycle. It allows you to take in the rich history of the city centre, the shaded city walls, and relish in the delightful local delicacies as you maintain your fitness.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Lucca - The tour kicks off at the Railway station’s main entrance, and just a short distance away, the rental shop awaits where bikes are ready for an exciting exploration of this charming, bike-friendly town. The abundance of green spaces and bike paths offers a unique perspective of Lucca.
- Le mura di Lucca - The journey continues atop and…
- Lucca - The tour kicks off at the Railway station’s main entrance, and just a short distance away, the rental shop awaits where bikes are ready for an exciting exploration of this charming, bike-friendly town. The abundance of green spaces and bike paths offers a unique perspective of Lucca.
- Le mura di Lucca - The journey continues atop and around the town walls, providing a breathtaking view of the city center and the picturesque countryside. The guide will share insights into the history and construction of the fortifications over the centuries, and offer the opportunity to discover secret passages and hidden spots not easily found alone.
- San Michele in Foro - The route takes us through the historic center, showcasing numerous noble palaces and ancient churches, including the remarkable Guinigi Tower. Cycling through less touristy neighborhoods offers an authentic glimpse into local life. It’s then time for the first culinary stop at a favorite shop to savor the city’s delightful delicacies, including pecorino cheese, local cold cuts, and the exquisite extra-virgin olive oil. Learn about traditional recipes and intriguing ingredients.
- Piazza Anfiteatro - After the tasting, the ride continues through various parts of the city center, exploring narrow alleys, secondary paths, and ancient churches until reaching the façade of the lowest one: San Frediano Basilica, near the captivating Amphitheatre Square. The exploration extends to the lesser-known but very local east side of town.
- Piazza Napoleone - Later, the tour returns to the walls, completing the visit by exploring the remaining unexplored sections. Descending again to the historical center, the journey passes through Piazza Grande, leading to the final sweet stop at Lucca’s oldest ice cream shop. Here, indulge in the finest gelato, a memorable treat (in colder months, gelato is replaced with cake and coffee). Finally, the tour concludes at the starting point, enriched by experiencing the city like a local.

What's Included
- Italian appetizer with a selection of cured meats, cheese, and a beverage choice of wine or soft drink
- Complimentary bicycle use
- Assorted snacks provided
- Italian appetizer with a selection of cured meats, cheese, and a beverage choice of wine or soft drink
- Complimentary bicycle use
- Assorted snacks provided
Additional Information
- In colder months this tour takes place in the morning for better light and temperature conditions. Gelato will be replace with a cake and coffee and there can be changes to stops due to different winter time openings.
- This is mainly a biking tour, the best way to discover the whole city of Lucca especially the less known sights. Food and drink are…
- In colder months this tour takes place in the morning for better light and temperature conditions. Gelato will be replace with a cake and coffee and there can be changes to stops due to different winter time openings.
- This is mainly a biking tour, the best way to discover the whole city of Lucca especially the less known sights. Food and drink are included to give a relaxing break along the riding.
- In case of rain we can not cancel the tour but we can give you the option to have a walking tour with the same itinerary.
- Children are considered only if under 12 and they will have a children bike and a children menu
- Please bring your passport or ID to check-in
Location
Tourist Center Lucca Bike rental
Piazzale B. Ricasoli
Just outside the bike shop Tourist Center
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(267 Ratings)
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Lillian_a
Apr 19, 2026
Biking around Lucca - We had a wonderful time biking around Lucca. Claudia was a wonderful, friendly, and informative guide. She offered a great perspective of the history of Lucca as well as offering suggestions for further sight seeing in the area. It was a nice way to spend the day. The two stops for refreshments were amazing. We completely enjoyed the experience.
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Resort607032
Apr 14, 2026
Luca in Lucca is a must! - Luca was an excellent tour guide! Very pleasant, fun, knowledgeable. We really enjoyed our time with him. Highly recommend the bike and bites tour!
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Q6599jylisal
Apr 10, 2026
A great day in Lucca! - Claudia was a wonderful and knowledgeable guide! We enjoyed this tour so much. We learned a lot about Lucca and we think it’s a perfect way to see Lucca and learn its history.
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Mary_r
Apr 9, 2026
10/10 Biking Tour for our Family! - We loved this tour in Lucca with our guide Luca! We booked a private tour for 9- 4 adults, 4 kids aged 9-12 and one Grandma. We loved it all! Easy, approachable biking and super attentive guide! We loved the snacks and food in the square and ending with gelato. We got to see so much of the city and save our walking legs. This was the perfect day trip activity from Florence.
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Mey8382
Apr 9, 2026
10/10 Bike and Bites for our Family of 9! - This was a 10/10 experience in Lucca! Luca, our guide was perfect for our group! We traveled with 4 adults and 4 kids aged 9-12 and 1 grandma. All did great on the bikes. We loved learning lots of great facts about the walls from Luca and a bit more history too. We also loved the break for a snack/lunch, the food was perfect for adults and kids all around! Kids enjoyed pizza while adults could try more traditional bites and drinks! When you don't want to figure out how to navigate a city on your own, booking a tour is perfect! Thank you for making Lucca a favorite day trip from Florence!
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490gillianc
Apr 7, 2026
Great experience - The guide was friendly and informative. Her knowledge of the area was excellent.
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Lisa_k
Apr 1, 2026
Phenomenal bike tour and guide - so enjoyable. - Our tour guide, Chiara, is knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. We learned a lot about the city, history, and culture. Our food and wine stole a so enjoyable ina great area of the city. The bikes are in great shape and new. We would highly recommend.
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Q6344nrlisak
Mar 31, 2026
What a fabulous day biking around Lucca with an expert. - We had a fabulous bike tour with bites and beverage with Chiara. She is a top-notch, knowledgeable guide with vast knowledge of the Lucca area and region. We learned a lot while biking around and through the beautiful city taking note of all the history and landmarks. We highly recommend this bike tour, guide and company.
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Markdkirstein
Mar 21, 2026
A great morning / afternoon in Lucca by bike - Our tour guide, Toni, a native Luchesse, was wonderful. This low-stress bike tour includes riding on top of the medieval wall (now a public park) that surrounds Lucca. Toni told us about the rich history of this ancient Roman city, the fierce pride of its citizens, and its longstanding feud with Pisa. Our tour felt very personal since there were just 7 of us, including Toni.
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Donald_l
Apr 16, 2026
Lucca on a bike and beautiful weather. - We had a great experience. The guide was excellent. Very informative. The weather was really great also.
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