Kids in Lucca: Stepping Back in Time to the Middle Ages
Lucca, Italy
Trip Type: Family Friendly Tours & Activi
Duration: 2 hours
Accompanied by one of our local specialized guides, you will stroll through the historic center of Lucca walking in the footsteps of the multitudes of pilgrims that visited during the Middle Ages to venerate the famous wooden crucifix called the 'Volto Santo' (Holy Face). You will discover and explore the town but through the inquisitive eyes of your child.
After visiting the historic Zecca (Mint) where a replica of the coins used in that period will be minted for you, you will then attempt to discover the secrets concealed in the facades of the churches. Hidden and mysterious symbols can be found in the Church of San Michele and in the Cathedral of San Martino. Stories of mythical animals and ancient legends will be unveiled. After the exploration, the best gelato in Lucca awaits you!
After visiting the historic Zecca (Mint) where a replica of the coins used in that period will be minted for you, you will then attempt to discover the secrets concealed in the facades of the churches. Hidden and mysterious symbols can be found in the Church of San Michele and in the Cathedral of San Martino. Stories of mythical animals and ancient legends will be unveiled. After the exploration, the best gelato in Lucca awaits you!
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Accompanied by one of our local specialized guides, you will stroll through the historic center of Lucca walking in the footsteps of the multitudes of pilgrims that visited during the Middle Ages to venerate the famous wooden crucifix called the 'Volto Santo' (Holy Face). You will discover and explore the town but through the inquisitive eyes of your child.
After visiting the historic Zecca (Mint) where a replica of the coins used in that period will be minted for you, you will then attempt to discover the secrets concealed in the facades of the churches. Hidden and mysterious symbols can be found in the Church of San Michele and in the Cathedral of San Martino. Stories of mythical animals and ancient legends will be unveiled. After the exploration, the best gelato in Lucca awaits you!
With one of our local specialized guides, you will stroll through the historic center and charming streets of Lucca such as Via Fillungo and Via Santa Croce where you and your children will learn to “read” the facades of the tower houses that once belonged to the wealthy merchants of Lucca. The walk around town will begin at the Cathedral of San Martino (Saint Martin). The beauty of the colors and the intricacy of the designs of its exterior will dazzle you as they did the pilgrims that flocked to Lucca for centuries. Animals, flowers, tales of saints, and a labyrinth will greet you before entering the Cathedral where the famous and ancient wooden crucifix called the 'Volto Santo' (Holy Face) is contained. Through the inquisitive eyes of your child, you will discover all the intriguing legends and miracles associated with these symbols.
You will then head for the historic mint where, before your very eyes, replicas of the ancient coins of Lucca will be produced and each child will receive one; a genuine medieval keepsake!
At the Church of San Michele (Saint Michael), more investigative work will be waiting for you. You will attempt to uncover the secrets hidden in its spectacular façade; stories of mythical animals and ancient legends will be revealed.
After so much work and mystery, a well-earned gelato break is due, and of course, only the best gelato in town will do!
After visiting the historic Zecca (Mint) where a replica of the coins used in that period will be minted for you, you will then attempt to discover the secrets concealed in the facades of the churches. Hidden and mysterious symbols can be found in the Church of San Michele and in the Cathedral of San Martino. Stories of mythical animals and ancient legends will be unveiled. After the exploration, the best gelato in Lucca awaits you!
You will then head for the historic mint where, before your very eyes, replicas of the ancient coins of Lucca will be produced and each child will receive one; a genuine medieval keepsake!
At the Church of San Michele (Saint Michael), more investigative work will be waiting for you. You will attempt to uncover the secrets hidden in its spectacular façade; stories of mythical animals and ancient legends will be revealed.
After so much work and mystery, a well-earned gelato break is due, and of course, only the best gelato in town will do!
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