Questo è un evento ricorsivo9 dicembre 2023 10:00
After the great success of the first edition of Magical Christmas, the Villa Reale complex (just 7 km from the walls of Lucca) will pamper you with the atmosphere of a “magical Christmas”, enriching the cultural visit with bright (and delicious! ) both inside the palaces and in the enchanted gardens.
Magical Christmas returns to Villa Reale on 8-9-10 and 16-17 December 2023 from 2pm to 9pm
with the scent of mulled wine and burning wood in Nordic braziers: the magical Christmas atmosphere will warm young and old alike to discover one of the most iconic places in Tuscany.
Santa Claus has accepted the invitation and will return to the colorful stables of the Palazzina dell’Orologio in the company of his elves to entertain the children from 2pm to 8pm!
2023 news: there will be more than 30 wooden games (some of more than 2.5 m!), built with recycled wood or carpentry waste, with the aim of giving new life to wood that would have, ingloriously, a very different destination.
They are games of concentration, of stimulation for strategic skills, coordination, skill, cooperation, but above all they are intergenerational games whose simplicity of the rules makes them accessible to everyone!
And to prepare for the holidays, it will be possible to purchase Christmas gifts at the Villa Reale Bookshop: originality is guaranteed, both to give unique objects, original books and to give memorable experiences such as the subscription valid for 365 days.
The visit to the Villa Reale complex normally takes at least 2 hours to visit the 16 hectares of park and the two museums recently restored and open to the public, therefore we recommend that you take 3 hours to immerse yourself in nature and culture, with the MAGICAL CHRISTMAS atmosphere.
When is it best for me to arrive?
The park opens at 10am and closes at 9pm so you can come whenever you like. If you prefer tranquility, come during the day, if you prefer to visit both the park and see the northern area lit up, opt for an afternoon time slot: in this way you visit the park first and then go up to see Santa Claus (he is there from 2pm to 8pm) and in museums when it gets dark, if you’re only interested in the bright atmosphere, come from 4.30pm onwards.
How does it happen?
It is a free visit to the park in the winter/Christmas version, where you will find the light installations, Santa Claus and mulled wine/hot chocolate 😉 To the visit of the gardens you can add a visit to the interiors of the Villa Reale and the Palazzina dell’Orologio.
Are there labs for children?
Yes from 2pm to 8pm Santa Claus and the elves will liven up the stables for the children.
How much does it cost?
No surcharge compared to the normal visit for adults and children, only children aged 4 to 9 will require a special Christmas ticket for €5.
Is there a possibility to eat?
Our café will be open all day for a light lunch break and in the afternoon Vinbrulè, hot chocolate and Christmas sweets will reign supreme! The park closes at 9pm to allow you to go to dinner elsewhere with a fond memory in your heart.
In case of rain?
The visit will still be possible: we recommend you wear comfortable and waterproof ankle boots! In the park there are covered areas that can be useful in case of adverse weather.
Parking near the entrance?
Yes, 2 car parks are available, one on the avenue leading to the entrance and the other following the signs for P2.
How far is Lucca?
10 minutes (7 km) where you can complete your Christmas visit with the city’s Christmas event.
Wooden toys
