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.

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.

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.

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.
Lecce Obelisk
You can find out about the history of Lecce with a visit to Lecce Obelisk. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
Top hotels in Lecce Historic Center

Palazzo Sant'Anna Lecce
the hotel was hard to find but the staff were very helpful
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Patria Palace Hotel Lecce - Leading Hotels of the World
Beautiful hotel and wonderful breakfast! Just a fantastic place to stay
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Arryvo
Wonderful, friendly and helpful staff. Really nice modern and stylish hotel.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Palazzo De Noha
Breakfast menu was fresh .
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Le Club Boutique Hotel
Excellent place, would definitely come back. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Litium 3
Great place to stay in the middle of old town. The room and bathroom were big by European standards and everything was clean and tidy. Def would stay again.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
