Tour of Lecce with a visit to the basement of the ancient synagogue

4.8 (322 reviews) Lecce, Italy
Duration1h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Overview

This tour combines the beauty of Lecce Baroque with the discovery of medieval underground environments, offering a look at the city through different eras. Next to the most famous monuments, such as Santa Croce and Piazza del Duomo, you will explore an underground room that preserves the traces of the ancient Jewish quarter.

With the guide's stories, you will connect Roman testimonies, medieval life, and Baroque splendor, discovering the history hidden behind the facades, squares, and palaces of Lecce.

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What's included

  • Jewish Museum ticket

What to expect

  1. Jewish Museum Lecce
    15m · Admission ticket included
    The basement of the ancient synagogue now houses the Jewish museum of Lecce. You will take a dip in the medieval history of the city.
  2. Basilica di Santa Croce
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    Jewel of Lecce Baroque. The guide will be pleased to show you the secrets of the symbols of the Basilica.
  3. Gesuiti Chiesa del Gesu'
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Discover the Church of the Gesù, in the heart of Lecce, and its sober and elegant facade, which tells a different face of the city compared to its famous baroque.
  4. Piazza Sant'Oronzo
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    Discover Piazza Sant'Oronzo, the heart of the city, where the Roman Amphitheater, the Sedile, and the column of the patron saint tell different eras of Lecce's history.
  5. Il Sedile
    5m · Admission ticket not included
    Admire the Seat, the ancient seat of the city government, and the Roman column topped by the statue of Sant'Oronzo, patron of Lecce: two symbols of the city's history and identity.
  6. Anfiteatro Romano
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Admire the Roman Amphitheater from the outside, in the heart of Piazza Sant'Oronzo, and discover the history of ancient Lupiae, between public spectacles and gladiatorial combats.
  7. Piazza del Duomo
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Admire Piazza del Duomo, among the most evocative scenes of Lecce Baroque, and discover from the outside the Cathedral, the bell tower, the Bishop's Palace, and the Master class.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to tour departure

End point

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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4.8 (322)

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