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 March
Estimated hotel price
$178
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lecce in March
Estimated hotel price
$178
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.

Car

Another option to get to Lecce is to pick up a car hire from Bari, which is about 138 km from Lecce. You’ll find branches of Europcar and GREEN MOTION , 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 39 km from Lecce.

Car

Another option to get to Lecce is to pick up a car hire from Bari, which is about 138 km from Lecce. You’ll find branches of Europcar and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Bari.

Airports near Lecce

BDSBrindisi Papola Casale
BRIBari Palese

Airlines serving Lecce

Lufthansa
Good (8,278 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,587 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,262 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,104 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,650 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,721 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,678 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,363 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,543 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,770 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,446 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,377 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,392 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 Eos Hotel, Lecce offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $171 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $392 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lecce

Most booked hotels in Lecce

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Tivoli Palazzo 1880 Lecce Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
$483+
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Patria Palace Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
$555+
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Palazzo del Corso
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$423+
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Mercure Hotel President Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$237+
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Hilton Garden Inn Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$184+
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Al Pescatore Hotel & Restaurant
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$127+
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Hiring a car in Lecce

Expect to pay $4.07 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 $48.81 and $65.08. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lecce, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $4.07 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 $48.81 and $65.08. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lecce, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

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