Lecce Historic Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lecce Historic Center
Popular places to visit
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.
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 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.
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.
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
Santa Maria di Leuca: 3-Hour Cave Tour with Aperitif
AU$70
per adult
From Lecce: Otranto, S.M. Leuca, Gallipoli & Galatina Tour
AU$236
per adult
Lecce History and Street Food Tasting Small Group Tour
AU$95
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lecce guided tour with underground discoveries
AU$62
per adult
Full Day Tour of Otranto City and its Amazing Seacoast from Lecce
AU$209
per adult
Our pick of the best Lecce Historic Center Hotel Deals
Palazzo Sant'Anna Lecce
Vico del Pitaccio, 4/6, Lecce, LE
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (167 reviews)
"Phenomenal hotel. Polite staff also."
Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2025
Patria Palace Hotel Lecce - Leading Hotels of the World
Piazzetta Riccardi, Lecce, LE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$442 per night from 11 July to 12 July
AU$442
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (399 reviews)
"Amazing hotel and super friendly staff. Top notch everything!"
Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025
Risorgimento Resort
Via Augusto Imperatore, 19, (GPS: Via Vito Fazzi), Lecce, LE
The price is AU$453 per night from 3 July to 4 July
AU$453
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (439 reviews)
"Great stay"
Reviewed on 29 May 2025
Arryvo
Via Adua 24, Lecce, LE
The price is AU$179 per night from 8 July to 9 July
AU$179
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
"Decent hotel, good location and nice breakfast. Staff was very attentive."
Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025
Astoria Supreme - Modern Boutique Suites
Via dei Mocenigo 2, Lecce, LE
Stay at this B&B in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Piazza Sant'Oronzo and Church of Santa Maria della Grazia ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (51 reviews)
"Excellent location! Right across from the ancient Roman amphitheater. Helpful staff. Bath towels were rather small though."
Reviewed on 4 Sep. 2024
Suite Hotel Santa Chiara
Via Degli Ammirati 24, Lecce, LE
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Popular attractions Church of Santa Chiara and Roman Amphitheater are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (166 reviews)
"Hotel Santa Chiara is in an excellent location near the main square. Breakfast in the rooftop was superb. I would return."
Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025
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.