The tour starts with a visit to the majestic Santa Croce Church, the jewel in the crown of Lecce’s Baroque architecture. From here, explore the nearby Piazza Sant’Oronzo, the former market square where you can find the Old Town Hall, the Roman Column, and the remains of a huge Roman amphitheater. Continue the tour with a walk through the Corso Vittorio Emanuele, which boasts a stunning Baroque palazzi and the recently restored Sant’Irene Church. Arrive at the breathtaking Piazza Duomo next, one of the most critically praised buildings in Italy. See the Archbishop’s Residence, the Seminary, the Bell Tower, and the cathedral. Finally, visit the underground Jewish Museum and discover the town’s fascinating Jewish history.

Explore the splendid historical center of Lecce by bike. Pick up the time which is best for you, and dive into the sublime atmosphere so typical from southern Italy. During this visit, you will discover along with our guide the main gems of Lecce, such as the Piazza del Duomo or the Basilica di Santa Croce, as well as more hidden places but just as surprising. Travel into another time, in a 17th century borough full of narrow streets, surrounded by an architecture and a style of life which will leave you a lasting memory!

The tour begins with a visit to the main sights, passing through the characteristic narrow streets of the historic centre, we discover the majestic Piazza del Duomo, one of the most beautiful in Italy. The tour continues by discovering the monumental entrance to the city, Porta Napoli, and continues with the fascinating Basilica of Santa Croce, which reveals the artistic development of Lecce Baroque. The tour concludes by pedalling to Piazza Sant'Oronzo, where we discover the remains of the Roman amphitheatre among historical buildings and churches. Between history and culture, the experience of typical flavours is a must. Tastings of excellences of our territory among those available according to the season.

We will visit: Porta Napoli Duomo di Lecce, Piazza Duomo S. Irene Basilica di Santa Croce, Piazza S. Oronzo (Sedile, anfiteatro romano)

Lecce is the capital of Lower Salento, or, as it was called a long time ago, of Terra d'Otranto. It's a Baroque city, famous for the surprising architectural richness of its noble palaces, set like gems in the maze of streets of the old centre. The guided tour takes place on a walking tour through the narrow streets of the historic center between seventeenth- and eighteenth-century buildings and baroque churches. You will see the monuments of greatest historical and artistic interest that are part of the history of Lecce, such as Piazza Duomo, the Roman theater, the Roman amphitheater, Piazza Santo Oronzo, the basilica of Santa Croce. At the end of the tour you will be offered a gastronomic tasting to conclude the visit with some local specialties.