San Matteo, Lucca

Name: San Matteo
Address: Piazza San Matteo 3, Lucca, 55100, Italy
Telephone: +39 0583 469490

#58 among attractions in Lucca

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The church of San Matteo is a church in Lucca located in the square of the same name.

Already in existence at the end of the 9th century, it was totally rebuilt in 1290, as an epigraph now preserved in an inner courtyard attests. To this phase of work can be assigned the central portal, which reproduces in now tired and repetitive forms the pattern of Guiding portals, with projecting lions on either side of the architrave. The chronicler and storyteller Giovanni Sercambi was buried in the church. It was closed to worship in the early 20th century.

Coordinates: 43°50'38"N, 10°30'3"E

Address

Piazza San Matteo 3Lucca 55100 Italy

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+39 0583 469490

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San Matteo – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: San Michele in Foro, Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, Palazzo Guidiccioni, Basilica of San Frediano.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to San Matteo?

Nearby attractions include Museo-casa natale di Giacomo Puccini, Lucca (2 min walk), Santa Maria Corteorlandini, Lucca (2 min walk), Museo Nazionale di Palazzo Mansi, Lucca (3 min walk), San Paolino, Lucca (3 min walk).

How to get to San Matteo by public transport?

The nearest stations to San Matteo:

Bus

Lazzi (5 min walk)
Vai Bus Ticket Office (7 min walk)

Train

Lucca (14 min walk)