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Things to do in Lecce

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Top 25 things to do in Lecce

  1. From Lecce: Ostuni, Monopoli, Polignano a Mare, Lecce01

    1. From Lecce: Ostuni, Monopoli, Polignano a Mare

    7 hoursFrom₹71,580/ person
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    - Private driver with pick up Lecce - transportation to Ostuni, Polignano a Mare, Monopoli - air conditioned Mercedes vehicle - private transportation - meeting point: at your hotel or place in Lecce - traveler pick up is offered - pick up is offered from any hotel in Lecce

  2. Luxury rental in S. M. of Leuca, Lecce02

    2. Luxury rental in S. M. of Leuca

    4 hoursFrom₹56,810/ person
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    Discover the wonderful caves of Santa Maria di Leuca with maximum comfort on board Xamira, a 10-meter Walk Around day cruiser perfect for those who want an exclusive and relaxing sailing experience. Large outdoor areas with sun loungers and dinettes for maximum relaxation. Interior cabin equipped with double bed, kitchenette with refrigerator, sink and microwave. Separate bathroom to ensure privacy and convenience. Smooth and safe navigation for a comfortable experience. A tour among the most suggestive caves of the coast. Private and customizable tour. Maximum comfort and relaxation guaranteed. An exclusive excursion for those who want to experience the sea without compromise.

  3. Cooking Class in an Italian Family Home : Pasta & Wine near Lecce, Lecce03

    3. Cooking Class in an Italian Family Home : Pasta & Wine near Lecce

    5.0· 395 reviews3.5 hoursFrom₹10,112/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmationLikely to sell out

    Spend an evening in a real Italian home with Enza and her family in the countryside in Corigliano d'Otranto near Lecce. We begin with a traditional Italian aperitif, sharing homemade appetizers and prosecco while everyone gets to know each other. Then each guest prepares their own fresh pasta by hand using local ingredients and family recipes. Once the pasta is ready, we cook everything and sit around the table together to enjoy dinner with local wine, music and conversation. The evening ends with homemade dessert, our family limoncello, and a small memory of the experience.

  4. Make pasta, drink wine. Cooking class with transported included!, Lecce04

    4. Make pasta, drink wine. Cooking class with transported included!

    5.0· 112 reviews4 hoursFrom₹11,248/ person
    Free cancellation

    What you will do will be an authentic sensory and cultural experience. Making fresh pasta by hand is a tradition deeply rooted in Salento culture and this course offers you a practical immersion in local life and customs, going beyond traditional tourist experiences. Learning will be practical and fun and the course will allow you to gain a skill that you can take home and replicate with friends and family. The course is aimed at small groups and therefore encourages direct interaction with hosts. While making the pasta with their own hands, guests will have the opportunity to ask questions, hear stories and receive personalized attention; for this, a human bond will be created that enriches the experience. The course is perfect for those traveling as a couple, family or small groups, allowing an intimate and fun sharing of the culinary experience.

  5. Lecce to Galatina E-Bike: Olive Mill & Wine Tasting + Taxi back, Lecce05

    5. Lecce to Galatina E-Bike: Olive Mill & Wine Tasting + Taxi back

    5.0· 58 reviews4.5 hoursFrom₹19,202/ person
    Free cancellation

    Explore the Lecce countryside on a premium E-bike along an easy flat 28 km (17-mile) route. Ride through quiet rural roads to ancient villages and discover Salento’s traditions. In Sternatia, meet Gaetano—a storyteller and poet who speaks Griko, the ancient Greek dialect of the Grecìa Salentina. With him, explore a 15th-century underground olive oil mill, hear a poem in Griko, and learn stories about lamp-oil traders, village life, and this unique cultural enclave. Continue through two villages of the Grecìa Salentina, home of the Griko people, a Greek-speaking community with 3,000 years of history. In Galatina, visit the Basilica of Santa Caterina d’Alessandria, famous for its 14th-century Giotto-style frescoes. Stop at Pasticceria Ascalone, birthplace of the Pasticciotto (1740) At 1 PM, a private taxi (included) takes you back to Lecce. NOTE: Optional Primitivo wine tasting and traditional Puglian lunch (extra cost; private groups only; request one week in advance).

  6. Lecce to Gallipoli E-Bike Tour with Swim, Farm Tasting +Taxi back, Lecce06

    6. Lecce to Gallipoli E-Bike Tour with Swim, Farm Tasting +Taxi back

    5.0· 54 reviews6 hoursFrom₹22,610/ person
    Free cancellation

    Your adventure begins in the heart of Lecce’s old town, where we set off on e-bikes and follow peaceful countryside roads lined with vineyards, traditional masserias, and ancient olive groves. Our first stop is at the Farmer house (Pantaleo). Here you will try Olive oil and wine while Pantaleo's wife serves us puglian snacks. Next stop is Nardò, a charming baroque town where you’ll enjoy a relaxing coffee break. Try the famous caffè leccese—espresso over ice with almond syrup—and pasticciotto pastry. From Nardò, we ride toward the shimmering Ionian Sea and reach the seaside village of Santa Maria al Bagno, whose crystal-clear waters offer the perfect chance for a refreshing swim. We then continue cycling along the scenic coastline—mostly on dedicated bike paths—until we arrive in Gallipoli, known for its historic old town set on an island and surrounded by turquoise water. From Gallipoli a private taxi (included) will take you back to your hotel in Lecce in about 35 minutes.

  7. Full Day Tour to Gallipoli, Galatina, Coast, Beaches and Winery, Lecce07

    7. Full Day Tour to Gallipoli, Galatina, Coast, Beaches and Winery

    5.0· 44 reviewsFrom₹14,657/ person
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    This tour will take you to discover the lovely Salento towns of Gallipoli and Galatina starting from Lecce and crossing the peninsula among typical villages and vineyards, also stopping, as an optional choice, in one of the most important Salento wineries for a tasting experience. There will be no shortage of halts along the Ionian coast for fully enjoying the breathtaking views that will await you. The journey will go on heading to a wonderful beach where you can swim before the visit among narrow alleys, shops and sea views of which Gallipoli will surprise you. In the case you’ll choose not to attend the wine tasting, or depending on the cellar unavailability, like on Sundays, we'll spend more time in the place you'll prefer or we’ll stop in Nardò to visit its nice historic center.

  8. Full Day Tour to Otranto coast most beautiful Beaches from Lecce, Lecce08

    8. Full Day Tour to Otranto coast most beautiful Beaches from Lecce

    5.0· 29 reviewsFrom₹14,657/ person
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    Our trip will take us to some of the most beautiful beaches on the Otranto coast, enjoying the whole journey surrounded by a lovely Mediterranean scrubland. I'll drive you to the Otranto city first where you can have an independent tour in the amazing old Town. Then we'll go to one of well rated bakery shop for an independent shopping of typical gluttony that you might enjoy in the first beach we'll stop along the waterfront of Otranto. The next transfer will take us to the Turks’ bay, the wildest beach you could ever seen. Here you can enjoy your time as you prefer, getting a swim or walking around the pine path discovering the amazing coves that the place offers. In Torre Sant’ Andrea, our next halt, you could find out the clearest water you’ve ever seen in Puglia. The tour is just for you, so we don’t need hurry and your visit time will be very flexible.

  9. Lecce : 3 hours Hike in maria di Leuca the southern Tip of Puglia, Lecce09

    9. Lecce : 3 hours Hike in maria di Leuca the southern Tip of Puglia

    5.0· 10 reviews6 hoursFrom₹21,474/ person
    Free cancellation

    This interesting and fascinating 3 hours Hike embraces History, local villages, sea and country side surroundings.

  10. Lecce : E-Bike tour at sunset with typical aperitif, Lecce10

    10. Lecce : E-Bike tour at sunset with typical aperitif

    5.0· 9 reviews3.5 hoursFrom₹8,521/ person
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    An evocative e-bike journey starts in the heart of Lecce, taking you through peaceful olive groves and quiet country roads to the Adriatic coast. The first stop is the picturesque fishing village of San Cataldo, where the sea breeze makes the ride even more pleasant. You then continue to the historic village of Acaya, exploring its medieval walls and timeless streets where you will stop to enjoy a typical aperitif with local cheeses, cold cuts, fresh vegetables and Cabin bread, all accompanied by regional wines. This experience encompasses the vibrant colors and authentic flavors of Puglia, offering a perfect end to your day. The tour can also be carried out with departure at dawn to enjoy the coolest hours of the day and a typical Salento Brunch.

  11. Otranto Private Tour: scenic town overlooking Adriatic sea, Lecce11

    11. Otranto Private Tour: scenic town overlooking Adriatic sea

    5.0· 8 reviews2 hoursFrom₹35,904/ person
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    Described as the “Gateway to the East” and the most eastern of Italy’s cities, Otranto was founded thousands of years ago by Greeks from Crete. Explore this fascinating history through its main attractions. Discover the Otranto Cathedral, consecrated in 1088 and still the largest Romanesque building in Apulia. Admire the mosaic floor, made of thousands of tiles depicting scenes from the Old Testament and figures from Breton legends. Observe the columns believed to come from a Temple of Minerva and the bones and relics of the Martyrs of Otranto, killed during the 15th-century siege. Also admire the 42 marble columns supporting the crypt. Continue to the Church of St. Peter and the Aragonese Castle, reinforced by Frederick II and rebuilt by Alphonso II of Naples between 1485 and 1498, featuring an irregular five-sided plan and a moat surrounding the entire perimeter. Finally, enjoy the panoramic sea views: on clear days you can see the coasts of Greece and Albania across the Adriatic

  12. 3-hour Boat Tour in Santa Maria di Leuca, Lecce12

    12. 3-hour Boat Tour in Santa Maria di Leuca

    5.0· 240 reviews3 hoursFrom₹4,545/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmationLikely to sell out

    On board our boat you can sail and discover the numerous caves that characterize the coast of Capo di Leuca. During the tour there are stops where you can relax or snorkel with our equipment included. Our boat is equipped with a large sundeck with cushions and comfortable seats. The limited number of people on board, in addition to continuous sanitization, guarantee a tour in complete safety.

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