Lecce, Lecce Baroque private tour with small tasting


2 to 3 hours
Free cancellation
1 - 15
Mobile ticket

Overview

The historic center of Lecce is one of the most interesting in Puglia. The peculiarity of its Baroque architecture derives from the ability of local artists and architects who, between the 17th and 19th centuries, made it something unique also thanks to the quality of the soft local stone. Our tour will be a journey through time, from the splendor of the Roman Empire to contemporary Lecce. An elegant and refined city where churches and ancient buildings alternate with artisan workshops (particularly those of papier-mâché), shops and clubs where it is possible to taste the typical products. The itinerary includes a small tasting of typical products.

Inclusions

  • Guided walking tour

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Porta Napoli, Via Adua Altezza Piazzetta Arco di Trionfo, 73100, Lecce Italy

Introduction to the city of Lecce and history of the 16th century fortifications

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Piazza del Duomo, 73010, Lecce Italy

Visit to the square and its monuments. Birth and history of the Lecce baroque. Visit inside the cathedral on request

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Chiesa di Sant'Irene, Via Regina Isabella 9, 73100, Lecce Italy

Visit to the late 16th century church of S. Irene. The ancient patron saint of the city

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Piazza Sant'Oronzo, 73100, Lecce Italy

Description and history of the ancient merchants' square and of the urban changes of the early 1900s.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Anfiteatro Romano, Piazza Sant'Oronzo, 73100, Lecce Italy

Visit (outside) to the Roman amphitheater of Lecce. Description of the monument and its operation.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Basilica di Santa Croce, Via Umberto I 3, 73100, Lecce Italy

Visit to the Basilica of S. Croce. A triumph of still strongly medieval sculptures and decorations crowd the façade of this church which has become, in its own right, the symbol of Lecce architecture. Entrance on request

Duration: 20 minutes

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • During the entire duration of the guided tour, travelers must keep a distance of at least one meter from each other, except for groups of people living together. The use of masks indoors is recommended.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Luf0
August 2019

Un ringraziamento particolare a Fabio. Con la sua profonda preparazione e la passione per la sua terra, ci ha fatto fare un viaggio nel tempo e nell'arte, una vera e propria immersione nella Lecce di un tempo e di oggi. Attraverso le sue viuzze e guidati sapientemente da lui abbiamo potuto godere...

Jill P
September 2022

Fabio was a great guide, very knowledgeable, flexible and friendly. We appreciated his expertise as an archeologist. Highly recommended!

Kristine_M
October 2022

Fabio is very knowledgeable and made the history of Lecce come alive. His sense of humor was an added bonus! A most enjoyable morning walking the historic city center.

bello204
November 2022

città molto bella piena di cultura e adatta ad un weekend in famiglia, prezzi un po' alti, ma vivono di turismo quindi ok.

ivork715
October 2023

This is an incredibly knowledgeable and passionate tour guide. We spent 4 hours with him. Told us a story about everything we saw. He is a walking encyclopedia. I would highly recommend him for the Puglia area.

Elena D
February 2019

La visita ai punti storici di gran rilievo, accompagnata dalle spiegazioni della guida, il Sig. Leante Luigi, è risultata molto soddisfacente. Grazie a questo tour ho visto particolari da me ignorati in precedenza, ho sentito la vitalità dei luoghi e i significati nascosti che puoi scoprire solo ...

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