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

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About this activity

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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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Infotab Tours

Ages: Infants (0–6 years) · Children (7–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Jewish Museum ticket

Itinerary

Jewish Museum Lecce

15 min Admission 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.
Basilica di Santa Croce

15 min Admission not included

Jewel of Lecce Baroque. The guide will be pleased to show you the secrets of the symbols of the Basilica.
Gesuiti Chiesa del Gesu'

10 min Admission 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.
Piazza Sant'Oronzo

15 min Admission 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.
Il Sedile

5 min Admission 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.
Anfiteatro Romano

10 min Admission 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.
Piazza del Duomo

10 min Admission 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 point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to tour departure

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.