Lecce Baroque
Discovering Lecce, city of Baroque art
Group tour, language ENG
**for private tour please contact me before booking**
**if you are a solo traveler please contact me before booking, the group tour requires a minimum of 4 participants**
Welcome! We will take a 2-hour tour through the streets and alleys of the historic center, among classic buildings, squares of extraordinary beauty, Baroque churches and monuments of Roman times…!
Art, history, traditions… but also good food! it will be a pleasure to offer you our delicious 'coffee Leccese' on ice with almond milk and typical snacks.
Lecce will surprise you and this tour will be memorable!
Lecce History and Street Food Tasting Small Group Tour
Enjoy this 2h30-street food tasting tour into one of the most enchanting and magic cities of the Southern Italy. Walk into the old town and taste the best local street food. Be impressed by the taste of the "rustico", soft puff pastry disc filled with mozzarella, tomato and bechamel, the flavour of local cheese, the crunchy tarallini, the "pasticciotto" freshly baked: a short pastry stuffed with custard and even more!
See the jewels of Baroque architecture like Basilica of Santa Croce and Piazza Sant'Oronzo with the "Sedile", the old city Hall. Let yourself be attracted by the soft atmosphere in Piazza Duomo.
This tour is the perfect formula to join a visit to the city to tasting of local specialties!
Orecchiette Cooking Class and Wine Pairing in Lecce
– Learn how to make orecchiette "pasta fresca" in the heart of Lecce old town with the locals and in a wonderful location over an incredible Baroque view
– Enjoy a guided wine experience with local experts and learn the ins and outs of Puglia wine production
– make pasta and taste wine with the locals in a wonderful location with a gorgeous view
Strolling through Lecce
THIS TOUR IS IN ENGLISH
IF YOU ARE A SOLO TRAVELER ( the tour requires a minum of 2) OR YOU WANT A PRIVATE TOUR, WRITE ME AT sara.sarabianchi@gmail.com
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We will go around the old town of Lecce for about 2hrs. I'll show you the most important Baroque and Roman monuments and I'll take you to discover some hidden corners of the town. I'll tell you about its history and its traditions! Lecce will surprise you!
Other things to note:
– use sunscreen, the sun could be very strong in the summertime
Classic guided tour of Lecce (Lecce classic tour)
A special visit to the heart of Lecce with a new story, able to excite. Not a simple description of the monuments, but a journey through the hidden soul of the city, which can be told through its protagonists, in a unique journey that can excite. WelcomeLecce with its decades of experience and professionalism can make you live a different story, for a memory of Lecce and Salento difficult to forget.
Tour of Lecce with a visit to the basement of the ancient synagogue
The tour begins with a visit to the Underground Jewish Museum, where you will discover the fascinating Jewish and medieval history of the city. Here you can admire an underground room with tanks used for the purification of the body.
You will continue the tour with a stop in front of the Church of Santa Croce, jewel of Lecce Baroque, to appreciate its exterior. You will explore the nearby Piazza Sant'Oronzo, the former market square with the Old Town Hall, the Roman Column and the remains of a Roman amphitheatre.
Walking along Corso Vittorio Emanuele, you will discover beautiful Baroque palaces and the Church of Sant'Irene. Finally, you will end the tour in Piazza Duomo, one of the most renowned squares in the region, where you will admire the Archbishop's residence, seminary, bell tower and cathedral from the outside.
Wine and Food Tasting Experience in Lecce old town
Enjoy a quiet experience away from Lecce's tourist crowds.
In a cozy wine bar with an inspiring deco, learn about Puglia wines and wine culture as you sip several different types of wine while enjoying delicious local food. Learn all about the local wine culture from your wine expert.
Lecce Historical Attractions Tour in Group (2h)
Experience a pleasant multilingual tour by bike or in the comfort of our modern and environmentally friendly rickshaws with an experienced guide.
The tour begins by visiting the main attractions, crossing the characteristic streets of the historic center, we will discover the immense Piazza del Duomo, one of the most beautiful in Italy.
The tour continues to discover the monumental entrance of the city, Porta Napoli, to continue with the fascinating Basilica of Santa Croce, which reveals the artistic development of Lecce Baroque.
The tour ends by cycling in Piazza Sant'Oronzo, where among historic buildings and churches we will discover the Roman remains of the Roman amphitheater.
Between history and culture, the discovery of typical flavors is inevitable, a tasting of local excellence among those available according to the season.
Lecce City Shared Tour with Museum Undergrounds
Discover the essence of Salento's Baroque art in Lecce's historic center. Expert guides lead a 2-hour tour through cobblestone streets and magnificent buildings, narrating tales of nobility and devotion. Marvel at the Basilica of Santa Croce and Lecce Cathedral's bell tower in Piazza del Duomo. Explore the Archaeological Museum's underground, revealing ancient city secrets and precious artifacts. Uncover buried traditions and daily life remnants in mysterious chambers. This journey unveils Lecce's captivating past, offering an unforgettable encounter with Baroque wonders and historical richness.
Explore Baroque, History, Local Traditions on Lecce Walking Tour
Discover Lecce, the "Florence of the South," on an unforgettable guided tour that reveals its hidden treasures! This baroque city, with its winding streets and picturesque squares, is a true masterpiece of art and culture.
Join an expert guide to explore every corner, uncovering the fascinating stories and architectural wonders that make Lecce one of Salento’s most captivating gems. Admire the stunning churches and ornate palaces, each a testament to centuries of history, and be captivated by the richness of its baroque masterpieces.
A key highlight is the exclusive access to the Underground Jewish Museum "Medieval Jewish Lecce," where you’ll delve into the history of the city’s Jewish community, hidden beneath the streets.
Don't miss the chance to experience an immersive journey where history, art, and legends come together for an unforgettable adventure through Lecce’s hidden wonders.
Tour to 4 Towns of Salento: Otranto, Leuca, Gallipoli, Galatina
This tour will give you the opportunity to visit 4 of the most picturesque towns in Salento: Galatina, Otranto, Santa Maria di Leuca and Gallipoli. A scenic route from the Adriatic to the Ionian Sea, between rocky coasts, small bays and white Caribbean-style beaches.
Lecce: Baroque and Underground Tour – Private Tour
The visit starts from Santa Croce church, jewel of Lecce's Baroque, and continues Sant'Oronzo Square, where you can see the Old Tawn Hall "Sedile", the Roman Column and Amphiteatre, important remains of Lecce's glorous Roman heritage.
Walking through Corso Vittorio Emanuele street, you will see historical buildings of the 16th, 17th and 18h century and Sant'Irene church. Then u will visit Duomo square, with the Archbishop's Residence, the Seminary, the Bell Tower and the Cathedral.
The tour will take you to the underground Jewish Museum, situated in the core of the jewish area, and in particular on the remains of the Sinagogue, with its mikveh and mezuzah. Here in the cellar of the museum is the start of a journey into Medieval Lecce, a journey into what is still even today largely unexplored.
The Baroque Style & Gardens in Lecce
Let's visit together the wonderful Art & Nature of Lecce, noticed as the Capital of Baroque.
Lecce is a fascinating town that you will always remember for the luxurious private palaces, with their courtyards and gardens, that we will admire inside, as well as for the precious symbols represented on the facade of many of the magnificent churches, that I will describe you.
Passing together through its hidden streets, we will explore the labyrinthine old town, feeling the air of "slow life", typical of southern Italy, enjoying the authentic atmosphere of everyday life.
We will discover together the amazing collection of sacred art, visiting the most ancient workshops of ceramic and papier-mache.
Of course, you could not miss tasting the best local food like "puccia" (local bread with vegetables), or "pasticciotto" (sweet with custards), in one of the most traditional pastry shops in the town that I will suggest to you!
Street Food Tour of Lecce & City Sightseeing with Local Guide
Is the first time you visit Lecce and want to know the city and its food specialties? This outdoor street food tour is perfect for you!
Stroll into the city center and taste the best known local street food. Your guide will tell you the histories related to the main highlights such as the Basilica of Santa Croce, considered the emblem of Lecce baroque style, the Cathedral and many palaces you will find on the way. From a highlight to another, you will stop and delight your palate with the most famous and tasty delicacies of Salento, like the "rustico": soft puff pastry disc filled with mozzarella, tomato and bechamel, "frisella": roll bread, twice-baked and topped with fresh tomato, olive oil, or the pastry star "pasticciotto": a short pastry stuffed with custard and other fantastic sample of Salento specialties.
Choose to take this tour either at lunch or dinner time, as it is an ideal way to do some sightseeing while having a light meal as you make your way through the city.
Lecce Private Tour with pasticciotto tasting
Discover Lecce, the Florence of the South Italy, with Baroque-style architecture.
Lecce is located in Apulia the heel of Italy, and is the capital of a land called Salento, surrounded by the Adriatic Sea.
Tasting of typical pasticciotto
Lecce History and Street Food Tasting Private Tour
Enjoy this 2h30-street food tasting tour into one of the most enchanting and magic cities of the Southern Italy. Walk into the old town and taste the best local street food. Be impressed by the taste of the "rustico", soft puff pastry disc filled with mozzarella, tomato and bechamel, the flavour of local cheese, the crunchy tarallini, the "pasticciotto" freshly baked: a short pastry stuffed with custard and even more!
See the jewels of Baroque architecture like Basilica of Santa Croce and Piazza Sant'Oronzo with the "Sedile", the old city Hall. Let yourself be attracted by the soft atmosphere in Piazza Duomo.
This tour is the perfect formula to join a visit to the city to tasting of local specialties!
Aperitivo Balu in Lecce with Local Delights
Balu' has some things going for it as an aperitivo destination in Lecce. First it is a Bistrot Shop, which means that you also find some great local foods you can purchase and savor at home, second it is a bistrot, third it is a culinary place to be that many locals and visitors have on their radar.
What better way to relax in Lecce with a glass of wine or spritz, the sunset on the Baroque monuments and some socializing? And the Board!!
Lecce in the evening: discover the magic of the historic center
Explore the enchanted magic of Lecce under the stars with our tour of the illuminated historic center. Join us for a journey through centuries-old palaces and baroque monuments that transform into living works of art with night lights. Through the ancient labyrinth of squares and courtyards, you will discover the unique charm of Lecce after dark. From the magnificence of the Duomo to the evocative Piazza Sant'Oronzo and the remains of the Roman Amphitheatre, every corner reveals a thousand-year history and timeless beauty. With your expert guide, you will hear fascinating tales and legends that make the experience even more magical. Prepare to be captured by the enchanted atmosphere of this Salento city, where every building seems to preserve a history and every glimpse promises a new emotion. An unforgettable experience that will leave you enchanted by the magic of Lecce in the evening.
LECCE & GALLIPOLI from Bari or customers accomodation
discovering PUGLIA !! pick up 9,30am directly from your accomodation we will go to some of the most popular destinations in Italy!! LECCE visits the pugliese baroque city! the florence of the southern!
transport to GALLIPOLI (on the way stop on beautiful beaches!!! PUGLIA is considered the Carribee
of Europe! than visit of Gallipoli (the seacity) twice promenade (3000 years old) seems like "attached" to the sky… and a wonderful turquoise from the sea!
Enjoy!!
Lecce Jewish and Baroque heritage private tour
The tour will take you in three hours to discover the medieval part of the city by visiting the ancient Jewish quarter and the basement of the ancient synagogue. You will continue with a walk to discover the historic center of Lecce, with its churches and baroque palaces.