Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Lecce travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lecce

With a population of 80,695, Lecce is a must-see destination in Apulia, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lecce has to offer.

When to visit Lecce

Lecce in November
Estimated hotel price
$154
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lecce in November
Estimated hotel price
$154
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lecce

Plane

Although Lecce doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Brindisi Papola Casale Airport (BDS), which is located 24 miles from Lecce.

Car

Another option to get to Lecce is to pick up a car hire from Bari, which is about 86 miles from Lecce. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Filorent Car Rental, among others, in Bari.

Plane

Although Lecce doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Brindisi Papola Casale Airport (BDS), which is located 24 miles from Lecce.

Car

Another option to get to Lecce is to pick up a car hire from Bari, which is about 86 miles from Lecce. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Filorent Car Rental, among others, in Bari.

Airports near Lecce

BDSBrindisi Papola Casale
BRIBari Palese

Airlines serving Lecce

Lufthansa
Good (8,022 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,519 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,995 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,444 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,394 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,955 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,219 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,590 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (921 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,575 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,784 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,194 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,077 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,257 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,442 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,379 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,224 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lecce

From 5-star hotels such as the Patria Palace Hotel to great affordable options like the Casa dei Mercanti Town House, Lecce offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $191 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $637 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include And So and Antiche Volte B&B.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lecce

Most booked hotels in Lecce

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Hotel 33 Baroni
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$126+
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Mercure Hotel President Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$251+
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Hilton Garden Inn Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$215+
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Gh Gallipoli Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$125+
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Grand Hotel Di Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$200+
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Al Pescatore Hotel & Restaurant
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$120+
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Hiring a car in Lecce

Hiring a car in Lecce costs $119 per day, on average, or $717 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

Expect to pay $3.88 per litre in Lecce (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $46.55 and $62.07. The most frequently booked car type in Lecce is Compact (Citroen Berlingo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Lecce costs $119 per day, on average, or $717 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

Expect to pay $3.88 per litre in Lecce (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $46.55 and $62.07. The most frequently booked car type in Lecce is Compact (Citroen Berlingo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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