Lecce Historic Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lecce Historic Center
Popular places to visit
Piazza Sant'Oronzo
4.5/5(2 reviews)
A combination of Roman ruins and Baroque, Gothic and Renaissance landmarks create an impressive architectural landscape at this old town square.
Piazza del Duomo
5/5(6 reviews)
The Cathedral of Lecce, lavish palaces and a museum of sacred art await at this magnificent square in the heart of the old town.
Porta Napoli
3.5/5(3 reviews)
Start a walking tour of the city from this triumphal gateway, one of the main entrances to Lecce’s historic quarter.
Roman Amphitheater
4.5/5(7 reviews)
Transport back to the days of the Roman Empire at this sunken and well-preserved ancient structure on Piazza Sant’Oronzo.
Holy Cross Cathedral
4/5(1 review)
Gaze in appreciation at the Baroque façade and Renaissance interior of this church, which is a labor of love that took over 300 years to complete.
Church of Sant'Irene
Elaborate altarpieces and ornamental sculptures are among the showstoppers in a church based on Rome’s Basilica di Sant’Andrea della Valle.
Activities
Santa Maria di Leuca: Cave Tour with Aperitif
NZ$72
per adult
A beautiful day in the villages of Valle D'Itria
NZ$301
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lecce guided tour with underground discoveries
NZ$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lecce: Alberobello, Locorotondo, Ostuni & Apulian Brunch
NZ$241
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Lecce: Otranto, S.M. Leuca, Gallipoli & Galatina Tour
NZ$269
per adult
Our pick of the best Lecce Historic Center Hotel Deals
Palazzo Sant'Anna Lecce
Vico del Pitaccio, 4/6, Lecce, LE
The price is NZ$614 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$614
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (215 reviews)
"So our stay was short due to cancelled flights but the boutique hotel is great. If you are from the US, you will find a hotel like this in the US. Very authentic Puglia architecture, in an old Plazzo; thus, the name. The staff bent over backwards for us bring up a very late night salad and Burrata ..."
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
Arryvo
Via Adua 24, Lecce, LE
Stay at this hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (177 reviews)
"This is the place to stay with new spacious rooms, steps to the old town and amazingly lovely staff. Breakfast was a real highlight - being an Australian to have eggs and avocado on toast! Molto bene!"
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
Casa Mamma Elvira
Corte San Cataldo, Lecce, LE
The price is NZ$251 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
NZ$251
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly B&B in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, 3 restaurants, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Church of Santa Maria della ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews)
Excellent
"Nice, big and very clean apartment in a great location. Excellent, friendly service. Kitchen is well equipped for basic cooking. Good breakfast. Couldn’t have asked for anything more - this was a great place to stay"
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
Patria Palace Hotel Lecce - Leading Hotels of the World
Piazzetta Riccardi, Lecce, LE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$613 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
NZ$613
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (430 reviews)
"Incredible property located in the city centre. Exceptional service from staff. Can’t recommend more highly!"
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
Suite Hotel Santa Chiara
Via Degli Ammirati 24, Lecce, LE
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Popular attractions Roman Amphitheater and Church of Santa Maria della ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (181 reviews)
"On a beautiful square overlooking the baroque church of Santa Chiara, the hotel exudes old world charm. Our family room had a queen sized bed and a loft with a large bed for total privacy. A nice balcony was on the square/park."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025
Suite verdi
Via Arcivescovo Petronelli, 6, Lecce, LE
The price is NZ$265 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$265
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this affittacamere in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Museo Diocesano Lecce and Piazza del Duomo are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Amazing host Antonio answered all my questions The breakfast was a feast . Very centrally located in the historic district. Has a lovely patio with the view of the church bells . Grazie Antonio"
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
