LECCE Private Tour: The Florence of Southern Italy
Overview
The tour of Lecce, also known as the “Florence of Southern Italy,” starts from Porta Napoli and leads into the heart of the historic center, visiting the Duomo in Piazza del Duomo, a Baroque cathedral with an elegant façade and a slender bell tower dominating the square.
Continue to the Church of the Theatines dedicated to St. Irene and admire its impressive façade and refined Baroque altars enriched with artworks and decorations.
Visit the Roman Amphitheatre in Piazza Sant’Oronzo, one of the most important Roman remains in the city, once able to host over 25,000 spectators for shows and combats, and still partly visible today.
Reach the column topped by the statue of St. Oronzo, patron saint of Lecce, marking the end of the ancient Appian Way connecting Rome to southern Italy.
The tour ends with an external visit to the richly decorated Basilica of Saint Croce, famous for its ornate Baroque façade, and the Roman Theatre where parts of the ancient structures are still visible today
What's Included
- Visit the Duomo, a stunning example of Baroque architecture
- Visit the Church of the Theatines, dedicated to St. Irene
- Marvel at the column supporting the statue of Lecce’s patron saint, St. Oronzo
- Admire the Basilica of Santa Croce and the Roman Theatre ( external visit )
- Discover the evocative Roman Amphitheatre ( external visit )
- Admire the Duomo’s bell tower and Piazza del Duomo
- Private walking tour of Lecce with licensed tour guide
Meeting Location
Piazzetta Arco di Trionfo
73100 Lecce LE, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Basilica di Santa Croce
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Chiesa di Sant'Irene
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piazza Sant'Oronzo
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piazza del Duomo
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cattedrale di Lecce - La Cripta
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Anfiteatro Romano
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Visit the Duomo, a stunning example of Baroque architecture.
- Visit the Church of the Theatines, dedicated to St. Irene.
- Marvel at the column supporting the statue of Lecce’s patron saint, St. Oronzo.
- Admire the Basilica of Santa Croce and the Roman Theatre ( external visit ).
- Discover the evocative Roman Amphitheatre ( external visit ).
- Admire the Duomo’s bell tower and Piazza del Duomo.
- Private walking tour of Lecce with licensed tour guide.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the LECCE Private Tour: The Florence of Southern Italy is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for LECCE Private Tour: The Florence of Southern Italy will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Visit the Duomo, a stunning example of Baroque architecture
- Visit the Church of the Theatines, dedicated to St. Irene
- Marvel at the column supporting the statue of Lecce’s patron saint, St. Oronzo
- Admire the Basilica of Santa Croce and the Roman Theatre ( external visit )
- Discover the evocative Roman Amphitheatre ( external visit )
- Admire the Duomo’s bell tower and Piazza del Duomo
- Private walking tour of Lecce with licensed tour guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
