Province of Lecce
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Featured Lists
Lecce Province Unmissables
Explore the Salento peninsula, characterized by the intricate Lecce Baroque architecture of its provincial capital and a coastline of limestone cliffs and sandy shores. This selection highlights the Roman heritage of Lecce, including its 2nd-century amphitheater and theater, alongside the defensive fortifications of Otranto and Gallipoli. Natural landmarks range from the turquoise waters of the Grotta della Poesia to the southern tip at Santa Maria di Leuca, where the Adriatic and Ionian seas meet.
20 places
Natural Wonders and Viewpoints
This collection highlights the geological and urban landscapes of the Salento peninsula. It features coastal karst formations like the natural sinkhole of Grotta della Poesia and the stalactite-rich Grotta Zinzulusa. Urban green spaces include Lecce's 16th-century fortified walls and historical gardens. The list also covers significant viewpoints along the Adriatic and Ionian coasts, including defensive towers and promenades that overlook the Mediterranean.
18 placesProvince of Lecce — Map
Climate & when to visit
Best time to visit: May, June, July, August, September, October
Practical information
- Currency
- Euro EUR € · Card payments · Widely accepted
- Emergency numbers
- 112
- Electricity
- 230 V · 50 HzType C / Type F / Type L
- Languages
- Italian
- Tap water
- Safe to drink
- Driving side
- Right
- Calling code
- +39
Tours & Activities
Province of Lecce – Plan Your Days
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