Lucera Private Tour: From Imperial Fortress to Historic Center
Overview
The guided tour of Lucera begins at the Swabian-Angevin Fortress, one of the city’s main landmarks, with an imposing defensive wall about 900 meters long and up to 13 meters high, characterized by towers and bastions. Inside, there are the remains of the imperial Frederician palace and the imposing Tower of the Lioness, one of the best preserved, dominating the entire complex and offering scenic views of the surrounding area
The tour then continues into the historic center with a visit to the Cathedral of St. Maria Assunta, built by Charles II of Anjou in 1302. It is believed to stand on the site of a Saracen mosque, in Gothic-Angevin style, and houses important artworks and decorations
The tour ends with a visit to the Civic Museum of Urban Archaeology, which displays artifacts from the area, including Roman and medieval finds, offering insight into the city’s history, preceded by a pleasant walk through the historic center and its ancient gates that tell the long story of the town
What's Included
- Visit the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Maria Assunta
- Stroll through the historic center and the ancient gates
- Visit the Swabian-Angevin Fortress
- Discover the remains of the Frederician Imperial Palace and the Tower of the Lioness
- Explore the Civic Museum of Urban Archaeology “Giuseppe Fiorelli”
- Private walking tour of Lucera with licensed tour guide
- Entrance ticket: Fortress + Civic Museum
Meeting Location
Piazza Padre Angelo Cuomo
71036 Lucera FG, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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Basilica Cattedrale Di Santa Maria Assunta
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Fortezza Sveva Angioina
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Museo Civico di Lucera
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Centro Storico
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Visit the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Maria Assunta.
- Stroll through the historic center and the ancient gates.
- Visit the Swabian-Angevin Fortress.
- Discover the remains of the Frederician Imperial Palace and the Tower of the Lioness.
- Explore the Civic Museum of Urban Archaeology “Giuseppe Fiorelli”.
- Private walking tour of Lucera with licensed tour guide.
- Entrance ticket: Fortress + Civic Museum.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Lucera Private Tour: From Imperial Fortress to Historic Center is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Visit the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Maria Assunta
- Stroll through the historic center and the ancient gates
- Visit the Swabian-Angevin Fortress
- Discover the remains of the Frederician Imperial Palace and the Tower of the Lioness
- Explore the Civic Museum of Urban Archaeology “Giuseppe Fiorelli”
- Private walking tour of Lucera with licensed tour guide
- Entrance ticket: Fortress + Civic Museum
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
