Lucca

A Tuscan treasure trove a stone’s throw from the Tyrrhenian Sea, Lucca boasts spectacular medieval and Renaissance architecture, panoramic views from its ancient city walls and pretty palazzos flecked with Italian flair. From the artistic masterpieces of the Cathedral of St Martin, to the central square, the Piazza dell’Anfiteatro, there is a wealth of distinctive history to be discovered. Stop at a traditional trattoria along one of the winding backstreets and treat yourself to an authentic Tuscan feast in the heart of the region.