Discovering Lecce, city of Baroque art: 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour through Historic Center

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lecce’s historic center on a 2-hour guided walking tour. Explore baroque churches, Roman monuments, and charming squares while indulging in local delicacies. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Piazza del Duomo - Wonderful example of a square converted in Baroque style, it opens before us like a wing of a theater, on the left the wonderful late 17th century bell tower built by Giuseppe Zimbalo stands out over the square with its majolica dome; in the center the Cathedral with its façade characterized by a balustrade overlooked by the…
What's Included
  • Tours
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Entrance tickets to churches and museums
Additional Information

Group tour, English language –for private tour requests or in a different language please contact me before booking– Welcome! We will take a 2-hour tour through the streets and alleys of the historic center, among classical buildings, squares of extraordinary beauty, baroque churches and monuments from the Roman era…! Art, history, traditions…but…

Location
Porta Rudiae
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Flavia_b
Oct 4, 2024
Excellent guide to an amazing city - Lorenzo was very knowledgeable and passionate about the architecture of Lecce. I especially liked the connection between the art and the political/religious environment. We did not know much about Lecce before the tour, but based on Lorenzo’ explanations we feel we have understood the basic history of the city over the centuries. Lorenzo took time to answer everyone’s questions and was very patient with a couple of people that arrived quite late - he gave the rest of the group a good historical background of Lecce while we were waiting for the latecomers to join, so it did not feel like wasted time. We wish we had even more time with him.
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Kathryn_d
Oct 4, 2024
Lovely Lecce, Italy, - Lorenzo was an incredible guide! He was so knowledgeable, making the history of Lecce come alive! He was accommodating of the whole group!
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Fatih_d
Oct 4, 2024
Amazing tour with Lorenzo - Amazing tour with Lorenzo. It is very interesting and captivating with him. He has a great knowledge of Baroque art and makes the tour really interesting although you may not be into art so much. Fully recommended.
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Sarah_s
Oct 4, 2024
Great tour - Lorenzo was awesome! Highly engaging and informative. Small group. Highly recommend. Thanks Lorenzo! Sarah and James, Melbourne
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Jgarneau
Sep 30, 2024
Excellent visit to get to know Lecce - Excellent relaxing and interesting visit with Lorenzo. Perfect Pace, Interesting Topics, Funny and Captivating Guide
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Foxver
Sep 29, 2024
A master class in appreciating Lecce - If the city of Lecce is not beautiful enough, then to have the story and meaning behind its architecture adds a whole wonderful layer to any stay in Lecce. The thoroughly enjoyable Lorenzo provides the traveller a good understanding of its Baroque art and how its impact was used by the church and the wealthy to inspire and impress. Lorenzo’s humour ensures you appreciate all that he has to say. A most highly rated experience.
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Worldtraveler030518
Sep 25, 2024
Spectacular Tour of Lecce with Lorenzo - Lorenzo is one of my favorite guides in the whole world! This comes from a well heeled Travel Agent professional with 30 years in the business. He makes the tour fascinating with his explanation and great story telling with lots of humor! The architecture is explained with a true understanding of what they were trying to convey in the work. You start in the Spanish quarter then go to the Italian quarter and then to the Jewish quarter. The focus on the beautiful architecture around you and also weaving how they lived and why Lecce is the way that it is and its importance throughout history. Absolutely a spectacular tour! Great guide and ambassador of Lecce and the wonderful people of Puglia. Book early!
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Alisoncerff
Sep 24, 2024
Amazing tour - Lorenzo is an amazing guide, full of interesting insights. Cannot recommend this tour highly enough, we were only 8 so no need to use headphones. Also spoilt us with caffè leccese and snacks at a restaurant
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Ccfivecs1
Sep 23, 2024
Definitely worth your time! Learned so much. - Lorenzo was extremely knowledgeable, very engaging, friendly, and very passionate about his subject. A wonderful experience that we would highly recommend!
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R4205zzantonellaf
Sep 23, 2024
An enchantment - Beautiful city. Beyond all expectations. Cozy, spotless, dazzling for the richness and beauty of the art sites. Beautiful in the evening. Absolutely worth visiting
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From $38
up to 12 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).