As part of our series \u201cWhat People Say About Living in\u2026\u201d, today we\u2019re focusing on Lucca, a well-known historic town in Tuscany. What draws many expats here – beyond the beautiful old town, still enclosed by its intact Renaissance walls, is its walkable size and great location, close to both the sea and the mountains. But what\u2019s it really like living in Lucca? Is it actually expat-friendly? And what are the challenges of settling down here? To answer all that, we\u2019ve combined our data with insights from locals who\u2019ve been living here for years. Life in Lucca: What People Say When asking around about what life in Lucca is really like, opinions are pretty mixed. But there\u2019s one thing everyone agrees on: it\u2019s a very peaceful city. It\u2019s definitely more suited to retirees or families than to young couples looking for nightlife or lots of events throughout the year: \u201cLucca is a great place to be if you\u2019re in that stage of life where you\u2019ve settled down and maybe started a family. Rent and the cost of living in general is lower than in bigger cities. The center is really nice for a weekend stroll, with lots of shops and…<\/p>\n