Galatina Travel Guide

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Church Saints Peter and Paul - Galatina in Salento- Italy
Church Saints Peter and Paul - Galatina in Salento- Italy
The church of St. Peter and Paul is the mother church of Galatina. It overlooks St. Peter's Square in the Old Town, where once stood the Porta Maggiore, the mother church of Saints Peter and Paul is presented with a striking façade, a sign of the Baroque style, which characterizes much of the private and religious buildings of the city. The present church is the result of a reconstruction took place between the thirties and forties of the seventeenth century, at the behest of the Universitas who gave the church a prominent role compared to the other churches in the city. The earthquake of 1743 caused serious damage and, in the second half of the century, interrupted with several reconstructions. It stands on the site of a previous religious edifice. We know for sure that in 1355 you put hand to the refurbishment of an existing chapel in which it was celebrated in the rite greek. The greek remained the official language in the rites of the church until the mid-sixteenth century. The city was, in fact, considered Greek (oppidum graecorum).

Where to stay in Galatina

The church of St. Peter and Paul is the mother church of Galatina. It overlooks St. Peter's Square in the Old Town, where once stood the Porta Maggiore, the mother church of Saints Peter and Paul is presented with a striking façade, a sign of the Baroque style, which characterizes much of the private and religious buildings of the city. The present church is the result of a reconstruction took place between the thirties and forties of the seventeenth century, at the behest of the Universitas who gave the church a prominent role compared to the other churches in the city. The earthquake of 1743 caused serious damage and, in the second half of the century, interrupted with several reconstructions. It stands on the site of a previous religious edifice. We know for sure that in 1355 you put hand to the refurbishment of an existing chapel in which it was celebrated in the rite greek. The greek remained the official language in the rites of the church until the mid-sixteenth century. The city was, in fact, considered Greek

Galatina Historic Centre

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Galatina Historic Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria or Tarantismo Museum.

Galatina Historic Centre
Pollicastro Boutique Hotel

Pollicastro Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Via dei Perroni, 14 Lecce LE
The price is ₹14,190 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
₹14,190
₹16,037 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
Beautiful location, historical building with amazing internal design and atmosphere. Top clean. Warm welcoming staff.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Pollicastro Boutique Hotel
Mercure Hotel President Lecce

Mercure Hotel President Lecce

4 out of 5
Via Antonio Salandra, 6 Lecce LE
The price is ₹9,635 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
₹9,635
₹10,599 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Chinese Missionary Museum and Franciscan ...
7.8/10 Good! (319 reviews)
The staff: efficient professional caring resourceful friendly supportive Great breakfast Great location Awesome rooms quiet

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2025

Mercure Hotel President Lecce
8Piuhotel

8Piuhotel

4 out of 5
Viale Del Risorgimento 3 Lecce LE
The price is ₹12,633 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
₹12,633
₹14,324 total
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Chiesa ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (762 reviews)
I loved my stay at this hotel

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

8Piuhotel
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Dimore di Lecce

Dimore di Lecce

Corte Sant Irene, 6 Lecce LE
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Chruch of Sant'Anna and Museo ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
It’s a really nice apartment in a historic building in the old Lecce. The location is very safe and convenient to explore the old town. There is also a street parking within 5 min walk, which was very helpful. Desideria is wonderful and very easy to communicate with. Would definitely recommend.

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Dimore di Lecce
Family Village T2 Pool And Sea

Family Village T2 Pool And Sea

Otranto LE
Stay at this apartment in Otranto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Frassanito and Spiaggia di San Giorgio are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
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Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Family Village T2 Pool And Sea
Residence Kalura

Residence Kalura

Via Monti Porto Cesareo LE
Stay at this apartment in Porto Cesareo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Pietro Parenzan Museum of Marine Biology ...
Residence Kalura
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Popular places to visit

Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria

You can learn about the history of Galatina when you stop by Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria. Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this relaxing area.

Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria

Church of Saints Peter and Paul

Church of Saints Peter and Paul is just one of the places to see in Galatina, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this trendy area.

Church of Saints Peter and Paul

Tarantismo Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Tarantismo Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Galatina. Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this relaxing area.

Tarantismo Museum

Lampada senza Luce

You can find out about the history of Galatina with a visit to Lampada senza Luce. Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this relaxing area.

Lampada senza Luce

Santi Dimitri Azienda Agricola Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Santi Dimitri Azienda Agricola Winery during your travels to Galatina. Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this trendy area.

Santi Dimitri Azienda Agricola Winery

Torre dell'Orologio

Find out about the history of Galatina when you take a trip to Torre dell'Orologio. Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this trendy area.

Torre dell'Orologio

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A beautiful old town. We went for the festival La Notte della Taranta - an amazing spectacle!

Cities near Galatina

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