Lecce travel guide
Lecce Tourism | Lecce Guide
You're Going to Love Lecce
With a population of 80.695, Lecce is a must-see destination in Apulia, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lecce has to offer.
When to visit Lecce
How to Get to Lecce
Plane
Although Lecce doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Brindisi Papola Casale Airport (BDS), which is located 39 km from Lecce. The shortest flight to Lecce from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 15h 15m.
Car
Another option to get to Lecce is to pick up a car rental from Bari, which is about 138 km from Lecce. You’ll find branches of Felirent and Sixt, among others, in Bari.
Airlines serving Lecce
Where to stay in Lecce
From 5-star hotels such as the Patria Palace Hotel to great affordable options like the Eos Hotel, Lecce offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $96 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $223 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Lecce
Most booked hotels in Lecce
Renting a car in Lecce
Renting a car in Lecce costs $41 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Lecce.
Expect to pay $9.35 per gallon in Lecce (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $112.20 and $149.60. The most frequently booked car type in Lecce is Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Toyota Aygo or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.