Lecce Historic Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lecce Historic Center
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lecce Obelisk
3/5(2 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Lecce with a visit to Lecce Obelisk. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
Activities
Tour of Lecce with a visit to the basement of the ancient synagogue
NZ$40
per adult
1 Hour Walking Tour The Ancient Jewish Quarter in Lecce
NZ$50
per adult
Lecce: Baroque Architecture and Underground Walking Tour
NZ$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wine and Food Tasting Experience in Lecce old town
NZ$60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Orecchiette Cooking Class and Wine Pairing in Lecce
NZ$133
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
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$535 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$535
27 May - 28 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury 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! (247 reviews)
It was truly such a lovely stay and the best part of our Italy trip. Each room looks super unique and we were huge fans of ours, in a lovely quiet and picturesque part of the old town still just like a 2-5 minutes walk to the best restaurants and 10 minutes to the busy central historic area squares, ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Arryvo
Via Adua 24 Lecce LE
The price is NZ$277 per night from 11 June to 12 June
NZ$277
11 June - 12 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (217 reviews)
Our stay at Arryvo was truly wonderful! The hotel offers spacious rooms, an extremely comfortable bed, and a very relaxing atmosphere. Breakfast was fresh and delicious every day, with a great variety of options to enjoy.Close the everything! What made our experience even more special was Daniele ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Patria Palace Hotel Lecce - Leading Hotels of the World
Piazzetta Riccardi Lecce LE
The price is NZ$841 per night from 10 June to 11 June
NZ$841
10 June - 11 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (448 reviews)
Great place and location
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Palazzo De Noha
Via Guglielmo Paladini, 47 Lecce LE
The price is NZ$522 per night from 22 May to 23 May
NZ$522
22 May - 23 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury inn in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (115 reviews)
Breakfast menu was fresh .
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Tivoli Palazzo 1880 Lecce Hotel
Via Augusto Imperatore, 19 Lecce LE
The price is NZ$713 per night from 8 June to 9 June
NZ$713
8 June - 9 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (485 reviews)
In a historic center close to everything, but ZTL ZONE
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Litium 3
Piazzetta Arco di Prato 16 Lecce LE
The price is NZ$147 per night from 25 May to 26 May
NZ$147
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Church of the Gesu and Piazzetta Sigismondo Castromediano ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (69 reviews)
Great place to stay in the middle of old town. The room and bathroom were big by European standards and everything was clean and tidy. Def would stay again.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
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.
