Spend Sunday in Lucca or Venice?
 

Ok, I know this seems like a wierd question. I'm trying to decide which way to plan my route, because I have limited time.<BR><BR>If I spend the Sunday in Lucca, I understand that there is a large craft market during the day, as well as a concert in the evening. Both appeal to me. <BR><BR>Do you know of any markets/concerts or any other events that would be taking place on a Sunday at the end of February in Venice?

<BR>We spent a Sunday in Lucca in July and<BR>almost everything except for the odd<BR>purse-shop was locked up tight....I'd<BR>opt for Venice!

Wouldn't the shops in Venice be closed as well? I guess I'm thinking more in terms of weekend markets, church concerts, etc.

According to Cheap Eats in Italy, there are food markets in the various districts every morning except Sunday. The large Rialto market is also closed all day Sunday.

There will be more open on Sunday in Venice because of the tourists. I've been in both on a Sunday. Lucca is locked up pretty tight, but it is definitely worth visiting. If you bike ride, you can rent a bike and ride around on the old city wall. I guess if I was deciding between adding on a day to Venice vs. Lucca, I'd pick Lucca. If its only a day trip to one or the other (Especially if you've never seen Venice), I'd go to Venice.

Don't miss Lucca. Our book, Invitation To Italy says:<BR><BR>"… the old Roman amphitheater. Having been a theater for chariot races in pre-Christian centuries, today it’s a plaza the size and shape of a Roman amphitheater, but instead of seats, it’s now surrounded with 5 to 6 story apartment buildings.<BR><BR>www.InvitationToTravel.com

What about Sunday in Verona?

Thanks for the great feedback everyone!<BR>I am planning on spending a few days each in Lucca and Venice. Depending on which way I go, either Lucca or Venice will hit the Sunday mark.<BR><BR>I'm leaning towards Lucca as I'm drawn to the craft market & the evening concert. Also I'll be there at the end of Feb. I guess I didn't think Venice would be that touristed at that time.<BR><BR>Yes, Verona is a great city! Anything special going on a Sunday? Church concert, outdoor market, etc.?