Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Lecce travel guide

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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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lecce has to offer.

When to visit Lecce

Lecce in February
Estimated hotel price
$44
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lecce in February
Estimated hotel price
$44
1 night at 3-star hotel

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 24 miles from Lecce. The shortest flight to Lecce from the United States departs from New York and takes around 13h 35m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Lecce, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Lecce to Reggio Calabria takes 7h 53m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $42 for a 7h 53m trip. The train station in Lecce is called Lecce, and is located 0.5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Lecce is to pick up a car rental from Bari, which is about 86 miles from Lecce. You’ll find branches of Italy Car Rent and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Bari.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Lecce Gallipoli, located 22 miles from downtown Lecce. Lecce is also a commonly used station, and is 0.8 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although Lecce doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Brindisi Papola Casale Airport (BDS), which is located 24 miles from Lecce. The shortest flight to Lecce from the United States departs from New York and takes around 13h 35m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Lecce, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Lecce to Reggio Calabria takes 7h 53m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $42 for a 7h 53m trip. The train station in Lecce is called Lecce, and is located 0.5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Lecce is to pick up a car rental from Bari, which is about 86 miles from Lecce. You’ll find branches of Italy Car Rent and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Bari.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Lecce Gallipoli, located 22 miles from downtown Lecce. Lecce is also a commonly used station, and is 0.8 miles from the city center.

Airports near Lecce

BDSBrindisi Papola Casale
BRIBari Palese

Airlines serving Lecce

KLM
Good (1,442 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,732 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,690 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,080 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,196 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,093 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,183 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,720 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,524 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,637 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,655 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,122 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (949 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (190 reviews)
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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 $108 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $233 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lecce

Most booked hotels in Lecce

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Best Western Plus Leone di Messapia Hotel & Conference
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 933 reviews)
$101+
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Grand Hotel Costa Brada
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 877 reviews)
$122+
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Palazzo Presta
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 458 reviews)
$137+
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Mercure Hotel President Lecce
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2296 reviews)
$97+
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Joli Park Hotel - Caroli Hotels
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 767 reviews)
$63+
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Al Pescatore Hotel & Restaurant
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1445 reviews)
$57+
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Renting a car in Lecce

Renting a car in Lecce costs $34 per day, on average, or $137 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 30% cheaper than airport locations in Lecce.

Expect to pay $7.19 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 $86.31 and $115.08. The most frequently booked car type in Lecce is Economy (Fiat Panda or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 38% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Lecce costs $34 per day, on average, or $137 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 30% cheaper than airport locations in Lecce.

Expect to pay $7.19 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 $86.31 and $115.08. The most frequently booked car type in Lecce is Economy (Fiat Panda or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 38% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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