Private guided tour in Lecce: capital of the Baroque style

Overview

Lecce is a noble and elegant city located in Salento, and it encloses among the narrow alleys, the churches, the monuments and the palaces, the richness and the prestige of a millenial history. Definitively marked by the Lecce Baroque architecture, the city offers a heritage of incomparable beauty, and that’s the reason why it is called the “Florence of the South”. A private guided tour will give you the possibility to discover it with no rush and will show you all the wonderful details that preserves preciously.

Itinerary

1. Centro Storico, Lecce

   The guided tour will start at Porta Napoli, one of the entrance gate which is still preserving the glory of past times. Walking along Via Palmieri we could see elegant noble palaces until we reach Piazza Duomo, the centre of the religious life in Lecce. Here you'll learn about origins and development of Lecce's Baroque and the square and we'll visit the Cathedral. We'll continue to Corso Vittorio Emanuele and the we'll be in Piazza Sant'Oronzo, in the beating heart of the old city where an extraordinary and interesting stratification of different styles and period of times is concentrated. We'll admire the impressive facade of Santa Croce Basilica, symbol of the Baroque style from Lecce, where every architectural element is perfectly carved and placed and brings with it a specific meaning. The guided tour will be operated by Valeria or Mario licensed tour guides. Tourists are required to be on time otherwise the tour could be shortened. Any change must be agreed with the tour guide in advance

   · 1 h 30 min· Admission included

Meeting and end point

What to know before you go

• 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
• Confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

Product code: 119417P4

Activity offered by Valeria Dicarlo via Viator.