Lecce italy

An introduction to Lecce in the Puglia region of Southern Italy.Commonly known as the "Pearl of the Baroque" and the "Florence of the South", this town has escaped mass tourism and truly is Italy's best kept secret . . . until now!

Our detailed guide to this beautiful city in Puglia includes the best things to do in Lecce Italy, where to eat, stay and more useful tips.

Top 10 things to do in Lecce: the best landmarks, the bakery where to eat the most scrumptious pasticciotto, the BB where to sleep.

I love traveling in Italy. My dream is to visit each of the 20 regions, and most cities in Italy in my lifetime. Because I had never been to two of the southern regions of Italy–Puglia and Basilicata, I traveled there in 2017. I was so impressed and delighted by my recent travels there, I […]

During our Week in Puglia tour we spend three nights in the baroque town of Lecce. Located in the heart of Salento (the southern part of Puglia) the town is sometimes called the Florence of the south. It is easy to get to by both train and plane and makes a perfect base from which...Read More

Most beautiful cities in Italy | Lecce Ancient Roman theater in Lecce, Puglia region, southern Italy #socialtravellers #italy

Discover the South of Puglia with Day Trips from Lecce. Visit beautiful places such as Grotta della Poessia, Gallipolli and Corgliano.

As the gem of the Salento and the central location for exploring the peninsula, Lecce, along with Bari and Brindisi, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Southern Italy’s Puglia region. Lecce boasts tasty food, exquisite wine, lovely Mediterranean landscapes, and lively yet laid-back atmosphere as well. A stunning city with a strong sense of aesthetics, visitors will love the elegance of Lecce. Here everything seems to blend together so perfectly. #ItalyVacation2023