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

Lecce travel guide

Lecce Tourism | Lecce Guide

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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lecce has to offer.

When to visit Lecce

Lecce in November
Estimated hotel price
$150
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lecce in November
Estimated hotel price
$150
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 39 km from Lecce.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Lecce, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Lecce to Rome takes 5h 15m and costs around $79 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bologna, expect to pay about $81 for a 8h 48m trip. The train station in Lecce is called Lecce, and is located 0.9 km from the city centre.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Lecce Gallipoli, located 35 km from the city centre of Lecce. Lecce is also a commonly used station, and is 1.4 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Lecce doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Brindisi Papola Casale Airport (BDS), which is located 39 km from Lecce.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Lecce, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Lecce to Rome takes 5h 15m and costs around $79 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bologna, expect to pay about $81 for a 8h 48m trip. The train station in Lecce is called Lecce, and is located 0.9 km from the city centre.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Lecce Gallipoli, located 35 km from the city centre of Lecce. Lecce is also a commonly used station, and is 1.4 km from the city centre.

Airports near Lecce

BDSBrindisi Papola Casale
BRIBari Palese

Airlines serving Lecce

KLM
Good (1,454 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,785 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,741 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,205 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,216 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,872 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,296 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,534 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,518 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,683 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,718 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,395 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (385 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,142 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (192 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (962 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 $182 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $412 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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Patria Palace Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
$558+
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Palazzo Senape De Pace
2 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$104+
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8Piuhotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$209+
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Best Western Plus Leone di Messapia Hotel & Conference
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$169+
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Joli Park Hotel - Caroli Hotels
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$111+
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Gh Gallipoli Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$142+
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Hiring a car in Lecce

Expect to pay $3.22 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 $38.53 and $51.37. Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lecce, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.22 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 $38.53 and $51.37. Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lecce, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

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