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

When to visit Lecce

Lecce in November
Estimated hotel price
$172
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lecce in November
Estimated hotel price
$172
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 Bari takes 1h 22m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $70 for a 5h 15m 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 Bari takes 1h 22m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $70 for a 5h 15m 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 (1,414 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,579 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,002 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,533 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,044 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,788 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,028 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,027 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,422 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,493 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,463 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,309 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,584 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,137 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (896 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (370 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,070 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (643 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 $180 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $406 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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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)
$175+
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Hotel 33 Baroni
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$120+
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Mercure Hotel President Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$184+
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Joli Park Hotel - Caroli Hotels
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$134+
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Hilton Garden Inn Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$162+
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Hiring a car in Lecce

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.17 and $56.22. The most frequently booked car type in Lecce is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Citroen C4 or similar) is, on average, 77% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.17 and $56.22. The most frequently booked car type in Lecce is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Citroen C4 or similar) is, on average, 77% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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