Often called the “Florence of the South”, Lecce is packed with ornate Baroque churches, golden‑stone palaces and winding alleys that always seem to lead to another little piazza. There are heaps of things to do in Lecce, from slow wanders around the historic centre to evenings of pasticciotto and caffè leccese in lively squares.
With just half a day in Lecce, the historic centre is your playground. The old town is compact and very walkable, and you start to get the feel of it as soon as you pass through Porta Napoli or Porta Rudiae.
