Things to do in San Donato

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Tours & day trips

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Excursion from Florence to Pisa through the Tuscan Countryside

Excursion from Florence to Pisa through the Tuscan Countryside

Activity duration is 6 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 100 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €59 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Pisa Tour by bus

Pisa Tour by bus

Activity duration is 6 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €50 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Pisa: Beyond the Tower (1h return tour)

Pisa: Beyond the Tower (1h return tour)

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is €30 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Private cooking class at a local's home in Lucca

Private cooking class at a local's home in Lucca

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €145 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Carriage tour in the historic centre of Lucca

Carriage tour in the historic centre of Lucca

Activity duration is 35 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is €90 per traveller*
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What to do in San Donato

Popular places to visit

Piazza Napoleone showing cycling, road cycling and street scenes

Piazza Napoleone

The largest square in Lucca is a favorite spot for socializing. Some of the biggest names in music entertain here.

Piazza Napoleone
Piazza dell\'Anfiteatro featuring a city, heritage architecture and a house

Piazza dell'Anfiteatro

Unwind in the attractive square where Roman gladiators once fought. For one day of the year it is now completely filled with flowers.

Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
Guinigi Tower which includes heritage architecture and forests

Guinigi Tower

Gaze out over Lucca from one of the city’s most famous landmarks, a medieval tower topped by a collection of oak trees.

Guinigi Tower
Church of San Michele in Foro featuring outdoor eating

Lucca Roman Amphitheatre

Emerge from Lucca’s narrow alleys into a unique piazza, built on the remains of an ancient gladiatorial arena.

Lucca Roman Amphitheatre
Palazzo Pfanner showing interior views

Palazzo Pfanner

A privately owned 17th-century palace that attracts the crowds for the beauty of its artwork and walled Italian garden.

Palazzo Pfanner
Cathedral of St Martin showing a church or cathedral, interior views and religious aspects

Cathedral of St Martin

Visit one of Lucca’s most sacred religious icons, an impressive building that is almost a millennium old.

Cathedral of St Martin
Church of San Michele in Foro showing heritage architecture

Church of San Michele in Foro

Showcasing the history of a remarkable town, this magnificent basilica was built on the ancient center of Lucca’s civic life.

Church of San Michele in Foro
Piazza San Michele which includes a church or cathedral, night scenes and a city

Piazza San Michele

Once the site of the Roman forum during ancient times, now this piazza is a delightful square of bars, cafés and an unfinished 12th-century church.

Piazza San Michele
Basilica di San Frediano featuring heritage architecture

Basilica of San Frediano

A Romanesque-style church filled with many notable works of art and the well-preserved body of an 800-year-old saint.

Basilica of San Frediano

Frequently asked questions

Is San Donato worth visiting?
Whether you want to discover the local charm and cultural attractions or sample regional foods and explore the outdoors, there's no shortage of things to do in San Donato.
How do I spend a day in San Donato?
Palazzo Mansi National Museum and Real Collegio are two great places to start your holiday adventures. Remember to check out the dining and retail options in San Donato while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in San Donato?
The top tourist attraction in San Donato is Cathedral of St Martin, so don't forget to include it on your sightseeing agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in San Donato?
Three days in San Donato is more than enough to enjoy the city's major highlights. Many travellers book for two days on average. Cathedral of St Martin, Teatro del Giglio and Museum of Torture are among the top-rated sights. Want to see more? Stick around a bit longer to check off nearby hotspots like Pisa.
Is San Donato a walkable city?
That comes down to what you'd like to see and do in San Donato. Several top sights, like Cathedral of St Martin and Teatro del Giglio, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander through some of San Donato's best neighbourhoods, Lucca Historical Centre is 2 kilometres away from downtown, while San Lorenzo a Vaccoli is 5 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in San Donato with kids?
If you're looking for sights and tours for all of your group, check out these awesome ideas for what to do in San Donato with kids.

What to do in San Donato for adults?
Fattoria Sardigiustiniani s.s.an and Via Fillungo are just two of the things to do in San Donato. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in San Donato?
From enjoying parks to strolling around hip neighbourhoods, it's simple to find free things to do in San Donato. If you need new ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. Cathedral of St Martin is a top spot for anyone planning to save on their sightseeing activities.