Galatina Historic Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

palazzi barocchi di Galatina, Lecce,Puglia,Italia
palazzi barocchi di Galatina, Lecce,Puglia,Italia
The church of St. Peter and Paul is the mother church of Galatina. It overlooks St. Peter's Square in the Old Town, where once stood the Porta Maggiore, the mother church of Saints Peter and Paul is presented with a striking façade, a sign of the Baroque style, which characterizes much of the private and religious buildings of the city. The present church is the result of a reconstruction took place between the thirties and forties of the seventeenth century, at the behest of the Universitas who gave the church a prominent role compared to the other churches in the city. The earthquake of 1743 caused serious damage and, in the second half of the century, interrupted with several reconstructions. It stands on the site of a previous religious edifice. We know for sure that in 1355 you put hand to the refurbishment of an existing chapel in which it was celebrated in the rite greek. The greek remained the official language in the rites of the church until the mid-sixteenth century. The city was, in fact, considered Greek (oppidum graecorum).

Popular places to visit

Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria

You can learn about the history of Galatina when you stop by Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria. Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this trendy area.

Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria

Church of Saints Peter and Paul

Church of Saints Peter and Paul is just one of the places to see in Galatina, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this trendy area.

Church of Saints Peter and Paul

Tarantismo Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Tarantismo Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Galatina. Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this trendy area.

Tarantismo Museum

Lampada senza Luce

You can find out about the history of Galatina with a visit to Lampada senza Luce. Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this relaxing area.

Lampada senza Luce

Torre dell'Orologio

Find out about the history of Galatina when you take a trip to Torre dell'Orologio. Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this trendy area.

Torre dell'Orologio

Chapel of San Paolo

You can find out about the history of Galatina with a stop at Chapel of San Paolo. Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this relaxing area.

Chapel of San Paolo

Activities

Cooking class, dinner and wine tasting in Lecce

Cooking class, dinner and wine tasting in Lecce (Corigliano)

NZ$155
per adult
Cooking class, dinner and wine tasting in Lecce (Corigliano)
Cooking class, dinner and wine tasting in Lecce

Cooking class, dinner and wine tasting near Lecce

NZ$155
per adult
Cooking class, dinner and wine tasting near Lecce
Organic Wine and Olive Oil Tasting Experience near Lecce

Organic Wine and Olive Oil Tasting Experience near Lecce

NZ$96
per adult
Organic Wine and Olive Oil Tasting Experience near Lecce
4 Towers Fortification

Full Day Tour to Gallipoli, Galatina, Coast, Beaches and Winery

NZ$254
per adult
Full Day Tour to Gallipoli, Galatina, Coast, Beaches and Winery
Private Cooking Class in LECCE: Handmade pasta

Private Cooking Class in LECCE: Handmade pasta

NZ$242
per adult
Private Cooking Class in LECCE: Handmade pasta
Tour of Lecce with a visit to the basement of the ancient synagogue

Tour of Lecce with a visit to the basement of the ancient synagogue

NZ$39
per adult
Tour of Lecce with a visit to the basement of the ancient synagogue
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Our pick of the best Galatina Historic Centre Hotel Deals

8Piuhotel

8Piuhotel

4 out of 5
Viale Del Risorgimento 3 Lecce LE
The price is NZ$287 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
NZ$287
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Chiesa ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (789 reviews)
I loved my stay at this hotel

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

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Mercure Hotel President Lecce

Mercure Hotel President Lecce

4 out of 5
Via Antonio Salandra, 6 Lecce LE
The price is NZ$175 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$175
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Chinese Missionary Museum and Franciscan ...
8/10 Very Good! (330 reviews)
Staff was excellent, very clean. However our bathroom sink was not draining properly and this was mentioned to staff on day one of our stay and it was never fixed. Also our room (201)was next door to the service room and it was very very noisey. We asked to switch rooms and we were told No.

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

Mercure Hotel President Lecce
Villa with pool, park and private pine forest, 100 meters from the sea.

Villa with pool, park and private pine forest, 100 meters from the sea.

MARINA DI MANCAVERSA- GALLIPOLI Puglia
Stay at this villa in Gallipoli. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cavalli Beach and Marina di Mancarversa Beach are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
Family break
We stayed with extended family for a week at Vincenzo’s place. Communication was excellent before and during our stay. The place was very clean and thee outside areas were wonderful. We had one. Or two problems with the water and pool during our stay but our hosts responded and put things right quickly. ...

Reviewed on 31 May 2025

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Villa with pool, park and private pine forest, 100 meters from the sea.
Palazzo Sant'Anna Lecce

Palazzo Sant'Anna Lecce

4 out of 5
Vico del Pitaccio, 4/6 Lecce LE
Stay at this spa hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (241 reviews)
Exceptional level of service. Exceptional breakfast. Having snacks available in the shared areas in the evening was a great plus. Value for money was outstanding, for example the sauna and pool. Location perfect for exploring Lecce on foot or Sarento by car.

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

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Palazzo Sant'Anna Lecce
Torre del Parco

Torre del Parco

4 out of 5
Viale Torre del Parco, 1 Lecce LE
The price is NZ$272 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
NZ$272
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Torre del Parco and Casa Museo Spada are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (284 reviews)
Lovely location very conveniently located. The atmosphere, service and room was more than we could have asked for.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Torre del Parco
Grand Hotel di Lecce

Grand Hotel di Lecce

4 out of 5
Via Oronzo Quarta 28 Lecce LE
The price is NZ$183 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
NZ$183
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Railway Museum of Puglia and Sigismondo Castromediano ...
Grand Hotel di Lecce
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