• Basilica di Santa Croce - The Basilica of Santa Croce in Lecce stands as a premier example of Lecce Baroque architecture. Renowned for its elaborately adorned façade, it showcases intricate carvings, symbolic figures, and a prominent central rose window. This artistic marvel truly embodies the elegance and opulence of the city’s Baroque style (external visit).
• Chiesa di Sant’Irene - The Church of St. Irene in Lecce is a significant representation of Baroque architecture in the city. Dedicated to Lecce’s original patron saint, it is distinguished by its impressive façade and lavishly decorated interiors, featuring elegant altars and valuable artworks.
• Piazza Sant’Oronzo - Piazza Sant’Oronzo serves as the vibrant core of Lecce, where history intertwines with daily city life. Here, the column crowned by the statue of St. Oronzo, the city’s patron saint, stands as a symbol of protection and identity. This column, once part of the Appian Way, is among the square’s most iconic landmarks.
• Piazza del Duomo - Piazza del Duomo in Lecce is one of the city’s most enchanting squares, celebrated for its intimate and picturesque ambiance. Encircled by Baroque structures, including the Duomo, the bell tower, and the Bishop’s Palace, it presents a harmonious blend of elegance and history at the heart of the historic center.
• Cattedrale di Lecce - La Cripta - The Duomo of Lecce is a prime example of Lecce Baroque elegance. Situated in the picturesque Piazza del Duomo, it is notable for its richly adorned façade and its tall, slender bell tower that dominates the square. The interior is harmonious and intricately detailed, reflecting the city’s refined style.
• Anfiteatro Romano - The Roman Amphitheatre of Lecce, located in Piazza Sant’Oronzo, is a key remnant of the city’s Roman heritage. Constructed between the 1st and 2nd centuries, it could accommodate thousands of spectators for shows and combats. Today, part of its structure remains visible, showcasing Lecce’s ancient history (external visit).

• Visit the Duomo, a stunning example of Baroque architecture
• Admire the Duomo’s bell tower and Piazza del Duomo
• Visit the Church of the Theatines, dedicated to St. Irene
• Marvel at the column supporting the statue of Lecce’s patron saint, St. Oronzo
• Admire the Basilica of Santa Croce and the Roman Theatre (external visit)
• Discover the evocative Roman Amphitheatre (external visit)
• Private walking tour of Lecce with licensed tour guide

The Lecce tour, often referred to as the “Florence of Southern Italy,” begins at Porta Napoli and takes visitors into the heart of the historic center. The tour includes a visit to the Duomo in Piazza del Duomo, a Baroque cathedral featuring an elegant façade and a slender bell tower that dominates the square.

Next, explore the Church of the Theatines, dedicated to St. Irene, and admire its impressive façade and refined Baroque altars adorned with artworks and decorations.

Visit the Roman Amphitheatre in Piazza Sant’Oronzo, a significant Roman relic in the city, which once accommodated over 25,000 spectators for shows and combats, and remains partially visible today.

Proceed to the column crowned by the statue of St. Oronzo, the patron saint of Lecce, which marks the end of the ancient Appian Way that connected Rome to southern Italy.

The tour concludes with an external view of the richly decorated Basilica of Saint Croce, renowned for its ornate Baroque façade, and the Roman Theatre, where parts of the ancient structures are still visible today.

• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

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