Lecce

"Florence of the South"

Lecce is the most important town on the Salentine peninsula, the very heel of Italy. The town's rich history, stretching back to the times of the ancient Greeks, is one of the main attractions. The centerpiece of the old town is a 2nd century Roman amphitheater. The amphitheater was only rediscovered in the early 1900s during construction work for the Bank of Italy building, and remains half buried. It is now used for concerts. Much of Lecce's historical center's architecture dates from the Baroque period and has earned the city the nickname "Florence of the South." These beauties stand in stark contrast to some of the edifices erected during Mussolini's reign.

Popular Tour Itineraries Featuring Lecce

Name: JayWay Travel Lecce Italy Tour Packages
Brand: JayWay Travel
Rating: 5.00 (3 reviews)

Spend some time in Lecce on a tour that takes in other cities in Italy and neighboring countries. Our vacation packages including Lecce and other destinations throughout Italy and Europe hassle-free. We take care of getting you from place to place, accommodation, excursions and activities.

Active Self-Drive Week in Puglia

Bari, Monopoli, Lecce, Bari

7 Days

A Lazy Pugliese Week

Bari, Monopoli, Lecce, Bari

7 Days

Southern Italy Sampler

Sorrento, Lecce, Taormina, Palermo

10 Days

Family Trip to Italy

Rome, Naples, Lecce, Monopoli

11 Days

Adventures in Italy

Venice, Como, Monterosso Al Mare, Florence, Rome, Sorrento, Matera, Lecce

19 Days

Where to stay in Lecce

With accommodation options ranging from a 4-star B&B located in a 19th century palazzo, to an opulent 5-star hotel with impressive views of the Santa Croce Church across the street, whatever kind of accommodations you're looking for, we've got it covered. Get in touch with us for a free travel consultation. Once we start preparing your customized itinerary we will present our recommended options for you to choose from.

Elegant Central Hotel

An elegant 4-star option in a former mansion.

Iconic Boutique Hotel

A charming and very opulent hotel in a beautiful old building.

Charming Historical B&B

Very charming B&B with a friendly welcome and amazing garden.

Things to do in Lecce

Hit the ground running in Lecce with a private walking tour, or even a private biking tour of the town and its scenic surroundings. Focus on Lecce's cusine with cooking classes culminating in a lunch or dinner, or visit neighboring towns like Otranto and Gallipoli. When we send you your customized itinerary you will be able to choose additional excursions to include in your vacation package or consider adding later.

Lecce Private Walking Tour

Gallipoli and Otranto Private Tour

Group Cycling Tour of Lecce and its Countryside

Glowing Reviews from Our Guests

5.0 / 5

Average of our Guest's Ratings of our trip packages including Lecce, based on 3 reviews

Tracy & David

Pennsylvania

Ciaran was very helpful in the initial planning of our trip and even more so when we had to reschedule some things due to a medical issue. He rebooked hotels and tours and rearranged the itinerary to make it work for us. Can’t thank him enough for all the good advice. Flavia provided lots of local info on what to see, where to eat, etc and was always responsive even when I had to contact her on a National holiday in Italy to reschedule a driver. Very professional while also being friendly. Excellent, responsive, knowledgeable planning team matched by top notch local service, guides, and hotels with the same qualities.

Year : 2023
Visited : Italy
Itinerary : Lecce, Monopoli, Venice, Cruise, Venice
Rating :

5 / 5

Carol Ann & Stephen

Ohio

JayWay Travel provided very good accommodation and tour options. We felt like it was a real service in sorting through and finding hotels and tour guides that we would not have found on our own.

Year : 2022
Visited : Italy
Itinerary : Montepulciano, Florence, Lecce, Monopoli, Bari
Rating :

5 / 5

Mathy, Andrew, Marsha & Steven

New York

Our trip was outstanding in every sense. With the pandemic as a background, and the need to make changes in the itinerary as we went, JayWay Travel could not have done a better job. Both Nico in the US and Enrico in Rome were outstanding. and we would definitely recommend JayWay Travel to our friends.

Year : 2021
Visited : Italy
Itinerary : Rome, Bari, Monopoli, Lecce, Matera, Bari, Rome
Rating :

5 / 5

Frequently Asked Questions about travel to Lecce

What are prices like in Lecce?

In the center, a quick lunch with a drink costs around 1-20 euros. Museums and landmarks generally cost 5-20 euros. For a full dinner, budget at least 25-30 euros.

Is Lecce safe?

Lecce is very safe, but pickpocketing is a possibility in crowded areas, like Alberobello.

What options does Lecce have for those with dietary restrictions?

Monopoli has increasingly more options for people with dietary restrictions and intolerances. Many places offer gluten-free options. You can also find many vegetarian options in most restaurants.

How long should I stay in Lecce?

Although Lecce is small, we recommend spending two nights there, so you can enjoy the town and its surroundings, and go on a day trip to Alberobello or Monopoli.