Tour of Lecce with a visit to the basement of the ancient synagogue
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Jewish Museum ticket
Meeting Location
Via Umberto I
73100 Lecce LE, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza del Duomo
73100 Lecce LE, Italy
What To Expect
Jewish Museum Lecce
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Basilica di Santa Croce
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cattedrale Maria Santissima Assunta e S.Oronzo
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Centro Storico, Lecce
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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Activity code: C-160733P14
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