Otranto Private Tour: scenic town overlooking Adriatic sea

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Lecce, Italy

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

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

What's Included

Discover the Church of St. Peter
Private walking tour of Otranto with licensed tour guide
Enjoy the panoramic view of the coasts of Greece and Albania
Walk through the charming historic center of Otranto
Admire the majestic Aragonese Castle ( external visit )
Visit the Otranto Cathedral
Admire the mosaic floor and the relics of the Martyrs of Otranto

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Di Bolina Cafè

(port area)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Cattedrale di Santa Maria Annunziata

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    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Chiesa di San Pietro

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    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Centro Storico Otranto

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    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

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    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Supplied by ITALYGONIA TRAVEL

Tags

Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
Ports of Call Tours
City Tours
Shore Excursions
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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