• Piazza del Duomo - As we traverse the charming streets of the historic center, we will encounter the vast Piazza del Duomo, celebrated as one of Italy’s most stunning squares.

• Cattedrale Maria Santissima Assunta e S.Oronzo - We will appreciate the dual facade of this church, which has evolved from its medieval origins to its Baroque transformation, spanning several centuries.

• Obelisco - A brief pause to admire a monument whose bas-reliefs narrate the story of prolonged conflicts that have shaped the local culture and economy over the centuries.

• Porta Napoli - We will explore the grand entrance to the city, Porta Napoli, known as the ‘Triumphal Arch of the city’.

• Basilica di Santa Croce - This is the quintessential masterpiece of Lecce Baroque, an essential visit to admire the most captivating church in Salento. The visual impact is truly impressive and awe-inspiring. With the guide’s assistance, we will uncover faces and peculiar animals carved into the Lecce stone on the enchanting facade.

• Piazza Sant’Oronzo - The column of Sant’Oronzo, approximately 29 meters tall, stands in Piazza Sant’Oronzo in Lecce. At its summit, it holds the statue of the patron saint, crafted in Venice in 1739.

• Anfiteatro Romano - The Roman amphitheater of Lecce is a historical Roman monument situated in the central Piazza Sant’Oronzo, dating back to the Augustan era.

• Church of Saint Clare - The Church of Santa Chiara is located in the historic center of Lecce, in Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II.

• La Cartapesta di Claudio Riso - The tour concludes at Mr. Claudio’s workshop, where we will learn the traditional papier-mâché crafting process and uncover the secrets of this esteemed workshop, one of the city’s oldest. With the master’s guidance, we will create a small statue to take home as a keepsake!

• Light refreshment
• Paper mache workshop
• Professional guide
• Driver / guide
• Monolingual guide

• Entrance fees to churches

We offer you a special papier-mâché course, during which you learn the elaborate but satisfying process of creating handmade papier-mâché works, linked to the Salento tradition.

A skilled craftsman will explain and show the different stages of production, which is still carried out according to the ancient tradition handed down from generation to generation. Take part in a craft activity and, with the help of “poor” materials such as paper, straw, flour, glue and water, you will create a small handmade souvenir to take home!

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Parking: we suggest a list of parking lots near the Velo Service office and the historic center. Welcome to Lecce and see you soon! https://www.google.com/maps/placelists/list/kQCswlPjxhlELHiprQ8WMoXqwW6NnQ
• You operate in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.