Lecce

Puglia, Italy

"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.

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.

An elegant 4-star hotel

An elegant 4-star option in a former mansion.

5-star hotel in an historic building

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

Historic residence

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.

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