Lecce Historic Center Travel Guide
Lecce
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.
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.
Porta Napoli
Start a walking tour of the city from this triumphal gateway, one of the main entrances to Lecce’s historic quarter.
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.
Things to do
A beautiful day in the villages of Valle D'Itria
฿5,638
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lecce guided tour with underground discoveries
฿1,316
per adult
From Lecce: Otranto, S.M. Leuca, Gallipoli & Galatina Tour
฿5,037
per adult
Lecce: Baroque Architecture and Underground Walking Tour
฿752
per adult
Tour of Lecce with a visit to the basement of the ancient synagogue
฿752
per adult
Top hotels in Lecce Historic Center
Palazzo Sant'Anna Lecce
Vico del Pitaccio, 4/6, Lecce, LE
The price is ฿10,092 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿10,092
฿11,402 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their 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 Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their 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 ฿4,059 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
฿4,059
฿4,653 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly B&B in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, 3 restaurants and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Church of Santa Maria della Grazia ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (106 reviews)
"Very nice staff. Very good breakfast."
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
Patria Palace Hotel Lecce - Leading Hotels of the World
Piazzetta Riccardi, Lecce, LE
The price is ฿11,907 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿11,907
฿13,473 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their 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
The price is ฿5,045 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿5,045
฿5,851 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,305 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿4,305
฿4,924 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this affittacamere in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi 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
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