Lucera Private Tour: From Imperial Fortress to Historic Center Discount Tickets

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

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

To be agreed

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

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

Exclusion

Entrance ticket: Fortress + Civic Museum

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels