Find out about the history of Lecce with a stop at Piazza Sant'Oronzo. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
Find out about the history of Lecce with a stop at Piazza del Duomo. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
You can find out about the history of Lecce with a stop at Roman Amphitheater. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
Even if you're the most impulsive adventurer, it's still good to brush up on a bit about Lecce Historic Center before you take off. Search for it on your map, note down the things to do there and let the good times roll!
You'll discover this Lecce neighborhood 0.1 miles (0.2 kilometers) northeast of the downtown action.
Ready to meet some of the locals? 81,000 people reside in Lecce.
The Suite Hotel Santa Chiara (Via Degli Ammirati 24) and the Risorgimento Resort (Via Augusto Imperatore 19) have some great rooms with all those lavish additions. Though, if you're more of a shoestring traveler, have a look at the rates and rooms at the Mantatelurè - Dimora Esclusiva (Via dei Prioli Vittorio, 42) and the Santa Marta Suites & Apartments (Via Orsini del Balzo, 60).
If you're looking for a place to stay near Holy Cross Cathedral, you won't have to search too far! The Patria Palace Hotel Lecce and the Apollo Suites are both a short amble away.
There's plenty to keep you occupied in this lively neighborhood. Significant attractions like Piazza del Duomo and Roman Amphitheater are just a hop, skip and a jump away.
As you walk beneath Porta Napoli, make sure you glance up and admire its decorative design and sturdy structure. This significant old monument deserves to be viewed from all angles. Seeking more close by options? Try to picture the fighters who once kept watch over Torre del Parco. The violence of past conflicts can still be seen on its formidable walls. And there's more. Thinking of going to see Porta Rudiae? It's well worth hitting the history books first to educate yourself about the origins and building of this sound old monument.