Lecce Historic Center Travel Guide
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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

Lecce guided tour with underground discoveries

A beautiful day in the villages of Valle D'Itria

From Brindisi. Ostuni, Alberobello and Polignano a Mare Tour

Lecce: Alberobello, Locorotondo, Ostuni & Apulian Brunch

From Lecce: Otranto, S.M. Leuca, Gallipoli & Galatina Tour

Lecce: Pasta Making Class in 1400s-Era Courtyard with Wine
Top hotels in Lecce Historic Center

Palazzo Sant'Anna Lecce
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Arryvo
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Patria Palace Hotel Lecce - Leading Hotels of the World
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

Risorgimento Resort
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Palazzo De Noha
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Trilogy Prestige - Central Premium Suites
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2024