Tour of Lecce with a visit to the basement of the ancient synagogue

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(322 reviews)
Lecce, Italy

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

This tour combines the beauty of Lecce Baroque with the discovery of medieval underground environments, offering a look at the city through different eras. Next to the most famous monuments, such as Santa Croce and Piazza del Duomo, you will explore an underground room that preserves the traces of the ancient Jewish quarter.

With the guide's stories, you will connect Roman testimonies, medieval life, and Baroque splendor, discovering the history hidden behind the facades, squares, and palaces of Lecce.

What's Included

Jewish Museum ticket

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Infotab - Lecce Walking Tours

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to tour departure

End point
Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption and Saint Orontius

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Jewish Museum Lecce

    The basement of the ancient synagogue now houses the Jewish museum of Lecce. You will take a dip in the medieval history of the city.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Basilica di Santa Croce

    Jewel of Lecce Baroque. The guide will be pleased to show you the secrets of the symbols of the Basilica.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Gesuiti Chiesa del Gesu'

    Discover the Church of the Gesù, in the heart of Lecce, and its sober and elegant facade, which tells a different face of the city compared to its famous baroque.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Piazza Sant'Oronzo

    Discover Piazza Sant'Oronzo, the heart of the city, where the Roman Amphitheater, the Sedile, and the column of the patron saint tell different eras of Lecce's history.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Il Sedile

    Admire the Seat, the ancient seat of the city government, and the Roman column topped by the statue of Sant'Oronzo, patron of Lecce: two symbols of the city's history and identity.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Anfiteatro Romano

    Admire the Roman Amphitheater from the outside, in the heart of Piazza Sant'Oronzo, and discover the history of ancient Lupiae, between public spectacles and gladiatorial combats.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Piazza del Duomo

    Admire Piazza del Duomo, among the most evocative scenes of Lecce Baroque, and discover from the outside the Cathedral, the bell tower, the Bishop's Palace, and the Master class.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Infotab Tours

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Cancellation Policy

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