Lecce

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

4.8(300 reviews)
1h 30minFree cancellation

Description

The tour begins with a visit to the Underground Jewish Museum, where you will discover the fascinating Jewish and medieval history of the city. Here you can admire an underground room with tanks used for the purification of the body. You will continue the tour with a stop in front of the Church of Santa Croce, jewel of Lecce Baroque, to appreciate its exterior. You will explore the nearby Piazza Sant'Oronzo, the former market square with the Old Town Hall, the Roman Column and the remains of a Roman amphitheatre. Walking along Corso Vittorio Emanuele, you will discover beautiful Baroque palaces and the Church of Sant'Irene. Finally, you will end the tour in Piazza Duomo, one of the most renowned squares in the region, where you will admire the Archbishop's residence, seminary, bell tower and cathedral from the outside.

Highlights

  • Walking Tours
  • Weather Dependent - Moderate
  • Cultural Tours
  • Excellent Quality
  • Top Product
  • Historical Tours
  • Best Conversion
  • Curated Catalog
  • Short term availability
  • Private and Luxury

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese, Italiano, Francese, Spagnolo

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

  • Jewish Museum ticket

Itinerary

  1. 1

    The basement of the ancient synagogue now houses the Jewish

    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.

    15 minAdmission included
  2. 2

    Jewel of Lecce Baroque. The guide will be pleased to show yo

    Jewel of Lecce Baroque. The guide will be pleased to show you the secrets of the symbols of the Basilica.

    10 minAdmission not included
  3. 3

    You will be fascinated by its symbols and its square that ho

    You will be fascinated by its symbols and its square that houses the archiepiscopal residence, the seminary and the bell tower.

    15 minAdmission not included
  4. 4

    You will visit the major monuments of the historic center of

    You will visit the major monuments of the historic center of Lecce. Starting from the Roman era with the amphitheater and the Roman theater you will also be able to discover the history of the churches and the Baroque palaces that characterize the historic center

    50 min

Meeting point

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to tour departure

Useful 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
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available
  • More than 1 day before100% refund
  • Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Neonato0-6 anni
  • Bambino7-12 anni
    10
  • Giovane13-17 anni
    10
  • Adulto18-90 anni
    20

Review distribution

  • 5
    257
  • 4
    22
  • 3
    13
  • 2
    5
  • 1
    2

Available options

  • Tours in Spanish

  • Group Tour in French

  • Group tour in Italian

  • Group tour in English

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