Lecce Historic Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Lecce Historic Center
Popular places to visit

Piazza Sant'Oronzo
A combination of Roman ruins and Baroque, Gothic and Renaissance landmarks create an impressive architectural landscape at this old town square.

Porta Napoli
Start a walking tour of the city from this triumphal gateway, one of the main entrances to Lecce’s historic quarter.

Piazza del Duomo
The Cathedral of Lecce, lavish palaces and a museum of sacred art await at this magnificent square in the heart of the old town.

Roman Amphitheater
Transport back to the days of the Roman Empire at this sunken and well-preserved ancient structure on Piazza Sant’Oronzo.

Holy Cross Cathedral
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

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

Wine and Food Tasting Experience in Lecce old town

1 Hour Walking Tour The Ancient Jewish Quarter in Lecce

Lecce: Baroque Architecture and Underground Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Lecce Historic Center Hotel Deals

Pollicastro Boutique Hotel
Very stylish and spotlessly clean, staff were amazing, loved our stay
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Patria Palace Hotel Lecce - Leading Hotels of the World
Welcoming, warm and a superb location.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Arryvo
Sorry to leave this wonderful hotel! The staff are all extraordinary. The hotel is spotless and by the historic city center. Breakfast is very good. I highly recommend.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

Palazzo Sant'Anna Lecce
Fantástico excellent attention
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

Suite Hotel Santa Chiara
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

Palazzo De Noha
Beautiful rooms with old architectural elements. Wonderful breakfast. Very clean. Excellent location in the old town. Friendly staff. Only drawback is that in order to maximize appreciation of architecture, the bathrooms only had glass walls which could be off-putting. However, there were curtains ...
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025


