Free Tour of Lecce Old City
Overview
Wander through winding streets and get oriented in the city, while learning where to find the best food, drinks, and unique spots off the typical tourist path. Highlights along the route include:
- Porta Rudiae – ancient gateway to the city
- Piazza Sant’Oronzo – lively square with local life
- Anfiteatro Romano di Lecce – the Roman Amphitheater
- Basilica di Santa Croce – stunning baroque architecture
- Chiesa di San Niccolò dei Greci – hidden Greek church
- Porta Napoli – historical city gate
- Cattedrale di Maria Santissima Assunta (Duomo)
- Porta San Biagio – final stop to admire Lecce’s beauty
This tour offers a perfect introduction to Lecce, helping you navigate its streets, discover iconic landmarks, and enjoy local flavors — all in a fun, relaxed, and authentic way.
This activity includes:
- Basilica of the Holy Cross
- Roman Amphitheater
- Porta Napoli
- Rudiae Gates
- Piazza Sant'Oronzo
- Porta San Biagio
- Walking route, List of destinations, Food and drink recommendations
On arrival
We will meet just outside of the historic center of Lecce at Porta Rudiae, an ancient archway, which is the beginning of Via Giuseppe Libertini, located on the southwestern edge of the Centro Storico. I will be holding a purple folder outside Bar Rudiae.
Things to note
Please check the temperature, wear comfortable shoes, bring an extra layer of clothing, and rain gear in case it begins to rain during the tour. This is a relaxed walking tour that will acquaint you with notable sights and great places for food and drink. We will not enter places. The tour is designed to show you places, take in the sights for a few moments, and move on. You will be given a list of destinations with addresses and food and drink recommendations to return to later if desired. Please note, if the weather is bad on the morning of the tour, the tour can be canceled by the provider.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
