Experience hosted by Eleonora , Francesca & one other local
Private Tour
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Welcome to Lecce! Want to know the best places to eat? Cool events in town? Which places to go to and which to avoid? Or simply get some help to navigate the city? Book this private tour with a local and get the perfect introduction to Lecce to start your city trip on the right foot.
Destination
Lecce, Italy
Category
City Highlight Tours
Duration
2 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English, Italiano, Français, Español, Português
Included
Private Guide
Local Tips & Tricks
City Orientation
All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
Entrance to attractions
6 reasons to book this tour
Discover the real Lecce in a nutshell
Learn how to navigate the city
Get the latest tips & tricks from a local
Ask anything during this private tour
Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
The best way to kickstart your stay
What you can expect
First time in Lecce? Wondering where to go and what to see in this fascinating city? We got you! Kickstart your time in Lecce with a 90-minute introduction to the city with the help of your favorite local. This tour is the city overview you were looking for that brings together sights of main highlights and attractions, plus must-have tips and tricks that will help you get acquainted with the city, its people, and culture.
So, ready to start your time in Lecce in the best way possible? On this private tour, you’ll meet up with the local host of your choice. Each of the hosts on this tour will show you their Lecce in their way and based on their passions and expertise. The hosts know their city like the back of their hand and can’t wait to get you acquainted with Lecce!
And what about that unique family-owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? Get personal recommendations from your local host and where to find the current hot spots in the city. Get insights on the local lifestyle and find out true stories about the city’s past as you take in vibrant, full-of-life present Lecce. Historical facts, local stories, and great tips & tricks. What can be more awesome than that?
Any questions? Go ahead and ask your host about anything that pops into your mind and get all the answers you need for the perfect Lecce trip. Locals always know best. And don’t forget, this private tour can be personalized 100% according to your wishes!
Choose your local
Get to know these 3 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.
Eleonora
history and cultures lover
4.959 reviews
English・Italiano
Francesca
Your Local and Clubbing Expert
4.835 reviews
English・Italiano・Français
Clotilde
Your local guide
4.97 reviews
English・Español・Français・Italiano・Português
This is the plan
Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.
Meeting point
Meet at Church of Saint Matthew, in front of the main entrance - Lecce to start your journey
Itinerary
This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.
City Highlights
See Piazza del Duomo, Roman Amphitheatre, and more landmarks and must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots of the city so you can get the perfect introduction to what makes Lecce so special
Local Hot Spots
Along the way, your host will point out hangout spots and hidden gems that only the locals know about and will help you get acquainted with the city in the most local way possible
Food Recommendations
Receive tailored recommendations according to your taste and where to go and what to eat while visiting Lecce. Avoid tourist traps thanks to your local host!
City Orientation
Learn how to navigate the city, and get the answers to your Lecce questions that will help you in the following days making your time in the city much easier
Make it yours
Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.
Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.
Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.
Flexible cancellation policy
Feel confident booking
Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.
Change of plans?
Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.
Loved by travelers worldwide
Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.
Reviews from guests
Lysandra🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
27 May 2025
Francesca was informative of the historical significances of the town. She was friendly and had a warm personality. Highly recommend!Lovely personality and informative.
Jules🇮🇹 Italy
(About local )
27 May 2025
Thanks Eleanor’s for the wonderful information about Lecce. You certainly packed so much information into 2 Hours. Your tour made seeing the amazing sights on this town efficient and reliable. Thanks again. Jules and NeilFantastic Introduction to Lecce
Benno
(About local )
26 May 2025
James🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
23 May 2025
Eleonora is a bubbly bright font of information on Lecce. We opted for the 1.5 hours quick tour which suited our schedule.
It didn't disappoint, great information, great sights and a fantastic way to get you head around Lecce to let you explore later with confidence having been taken to key places on the tour.Great guide with plenty of information.
Daren
(About local )
15 May 2025
Francesca did a wonderful job for us. Brilliant English which was real help. Four go to Lecce
Liz🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
2 May 2025
Elanora was very informative and knowledgeable!!
Michael
(About local )
1 May 2025
10/10- My husband and I have done walking tours around the world. Clotilde's is one of the best we've ever encountered. She is funny, smart, interactive, personable AND incredibly knowledgeable. The tour of Leece was outstanding. Every question we asked was followed by detail after detail. Her introduction to Leece was so comprehensive. We had the opportunity, the next day, to "endure" another walking tour in Leece where the guide, coincidentally, took us to some of the same places. No comparison- Clotilde's was so comprehensive. Thank you so much.Clotilde- Walking tour of Leece
mathilde-louchet🇫🇷 France
(About local )
24 April 2025
Une visite guidée super dans Lecce qui vous plonge dans le passé de cette ville au passé chargé d’histoire.
Nous sommes passés devant des monuments plusieurs fois seuls avec mon mari à côté de détails historiques importants sans s’en rendre compte et lorsque Francesca nous a accompagné elle nous a fourni des informations clés pour comprendre et entrer dans l’histoire !
Il est important de faire ce tour en début de séjour afin de pouvoir revenir sur des monuments incontournables et ne pas manquer de temps en fin de séjour !
Grâce à Francesca nous aurons un aperçu vraiment global de cette ville mais aussi des traditions des Pouilles !
Merci beaucoup de nous avoir transmis votre vision de Lecce avec beaucoup de passion.
Mathilde et Alexis Visite guidée incroyable à Lecce
Alice🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
6 April 2025
Francesca was a great guide and showed us all around the city. We had to change our meeting location at the last minute and she was able to accommodate this with no problem. We enjoyed our visit with her.Fantastic visit
Rick🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
12 February 2025
Francesca was great. Her excitement about her city and her joy in showing it to us was evident. She was informative and answered lots of questions. She provided advice for when we are on our own; and even for other areas in Puglia. You won’t go wrong booking her for your tour around Lecce.Wonderfully Engaging Guide
Victoria🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
12 January 2025
We had a fantastic tour with Eleonora. She was very knowledgeable about the history of Lecce and she was very personable. She gave us lots of information about other things we might explore in the area. We highly recommend Eleonora. Fantastic tour in Lecce.
Jesse 🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
6 January 2025
Clotilde was an absolute joy and I highly recommend anyone to take this tour. You will learn to love Lecce. We booked this tour because we knew very little about the area, but with Clotilde’s help, we are now Lecce experts. Her love for the city and its culture and history shined through in every interaction. Choose Clotilde and learn to love Lecce!Wow! Learn to Love Lecce 😍
Amanda
(About local )
24 December 2024
Great tour , flexible , knowledgeable . Easy to understand answered all our questions and great tips on travelling in PugliaVery kniwledable and easy to understand
Annie🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
23 October 2024
We had a brilliant tour in Lecce with Francesca. She was so informative, patient, funny and kind. Her passion for the city is very evident as it should. Lecce is a stunning city. Would highly rate her as a guide. There were 6 of us and we all loved it. Fabulous Francesca
Heidi
(About local )
17 October 2024
We had a wonderful tour of Lecce with Francesca! She provided just enough details about different areas, buildings, and churches to make the tour very interesting without overwhelming us. She set a comfortable pace and was flexible about what to show us on the tour.
Francesca had a warm demeanor and a wonderful sense of humor. She went the extra mile and made reservations for us at a restaurant she highly recommended.
Lecce tour wirh Francesca
Martin
(About local )
17 October 2024
Francesca
Is a very knowledgeable and lovely guide. She knows the history of Lecce very well and every corner of the city. She speaks very good English and share some insights on the Italian life. We enjoyed our tour very much.Lovely and knowledgeable
Manfred🇨🇭 Switzerland
(About local )
16 October 2024
Francesca is a great guidefor Lecce, and she is a wonderful person. She mixed interesting information on Lecce with funny anecdotes, making our walk through historic Lecce a fun activity! Thank you, Francesca!Great guide!
Sharon
(About local )
11 October 2024
Our group of 6 enjoyed Francesca’s tour of Lecce. She was generous with her time, very informative and friendly!Great walking tour with Francesca!
gxvw4qwh5c🇮🇹 Italy
(About local )
10 October 2024
Excellent tour!
Wonderful tour guide. Francesca is very knowledgeable. Very personable.
A wonderful introduction to the town. In addition, she offered great suggestions for restaurants and areas to explore on our own.
Thank you! Great orientation to Lecce
Richard🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
5 October 2024
Francesco was very punctual, and upon arrival gave a good introduction of herself and overview of the tour.
We wandered around the old city, and she pointed out major churches, and other Architectural structures
She also provided several recommendations for restaurants which we took advantage of
Overall, Francesca was very pleasant and provided a well paced walking experience.An afternoon in Lecce with Francesco
Carole🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
26 September 2024
Francesca went above and beyond as a tour guide sharing her love and history of Lecce. She modified her tour to our interests. Super helpful before and after with restaurants ,popular spots and bars and places to visit. Highly recommend!Knowledgeable And Helpful Guide
Janine🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
22 September 2024
Francesca was informative, flexible, and patient with our many questions. We were pleased that we booked a tour with her and we would recommend her to others. Lecce with Francesca
7gmhy47xr8
(About local )
13 September 2024
Aardige gids met veel kennis over de geschiedenis en architectuur.
Ook insider tips voor restaurants.Goede gids
David
(About local )
12 September 2024
Francesca was an excellent and charming guide. Very knowledgeable and personable. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with her and would highly recommend her.Excellent walking tour
Julie
(About local )
11 September 2024
We spent 2 hours on a walking tour of Lecce with Francesca. It was a wonderful experience. Francesca is very knowable and informative about all aspects of Lecce. I’d really advise doing this tour as it in an excellent introduction to Lecce. A wondful tour!
Unknown
(About local )
5 September 2024
Many thanks to Francesca for sharing her love and knowledge of this incredibly beautiful and historic city. She was extremely friendly and personable, and answered our many questions. It was a wonderful two hours' walk discovering so much we never would have found on our own. Thanks to Francesca, we fell in love with Lecce and cannot wait to return. We highly recommend her!!!Falling in Love with Lecce!
Pavel🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
17 August 2024
We greatly enjoyed our tour of Lecce with Eleonora. She is an amazing guide with great knowledge of history and culture of Lecce and the region. Eleonora showed us all the key sights and told us not only about history and culture but about local food as well. The visit to the paper-mache shop and Eleonora's lovely song in Griko were wonderful and inspiring. We definitely recommend Eleonora and her tour to anyone who would like to know and appreciate the history and beauty of Lecce!Great introduction to the wonderful Lecce!
Tracey🇮🇪 Ireland
(About local )
17 August 2024
Francesca gave us a delightful tour of the city with some interesting historical facts and some funny legends too! It was our second time in Lecce and we saw places that we completely missed on our last visit. Would highly recommend Francesca as a guide to anyone visiting Lecce.2nd visit to Lecce but our 1st guided tour
katy🇧🇪 Belgium
(About local )
11 July 2024
Friendly guide! Francesca knows a lot and adapts the tour to the group! Definitely recommend to do the tour before visiting Lecce on your own! Very pleasant walk in the city off Lecce
nnwsv7rrqk
(About local )
10 July 2024
Eleonora was a fantastic guide with an abundance of knowledge relating to both Lecce and Puglian history. We would thoroughly recommend a tour with her as a guide. If we ever come back to Lecce, we would not hesitate to request Eleonora again. 5 out of 5!Sally Lyons
Rita
(About local )
26 June 2024
In the 2 hrs spent with Francesca we learnt a lot about Lecce. Her warm and friendly manner made it a real pleasure to explore this beautiful place. Her local knowledge and willingness to assist was excellent. This allowed us to get the most of our limited time together incl lunch and shopping recommendations. Great parking info too!! Thanks Francesca. Lecce
Steven🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
25 June 2024
Excellent tour with Eleonora. We really appreciated her comfort with speaking English. She was very informed and enthusiastic. Highly recommend!Beautiful tour of Lecce
Claire🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
25 June 2024
We had a lovely morning spent with Francesca on a 2 hr walking tour visiting the main sites of Leece .
Francesca is a warm ,engaging lady with excellent knowledge of her City .
We cannot recommend Francesca highly enough as she is a superb guide for anybody who would be interested and finding out more about Lecce . Fabulous walking tour of Lecce
Carolyn🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
23 June 2024
Really fun informative walking tour of Lecce. As well as lots of historical information our guide gave us a great local insight into Lecce and its culture. Relaxed and fun.
Recommended - would book againExcellent tour of Lecce by local guide
Sharon🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
10 June 2024
It was our first time in Lecce and Francesca provided an expert overview of the city including significant historical events, information on landmarks, architecture, customs and communities. She recommended restaurants, cafes and places favored by locals as well as specific dishes, desserts and coffee drinks that are popular and noteworthy. We had a delightful time with Francesa and recommend her highly!
Exceptional tour with Francesca in Lecce
Tanyce🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
29 May 2024
As soon as we walked up to greet our guide for Lecce she was delightful. Francesca had a wonderful demeanour and great knowledge and stories about her beautiful city. Francesca was very flexible in making our tour fit our needs as we explored the city. I would highly recommend you look her up next time you want a wonderful walking tour of Lecce. GratzieFantastic Francesca
Fayth
(About local )
7 May 2024
Eleanora advised us that she was ‘not a book’, when we first met her. We were not quoted facts and figures, but instead told the story of Lecce as it occurred over the centuries. Eleanora is professional, bright and personable, with a passion for Lecce and its culture. Of course she is extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of Lecce both past and present. The tour was well paced, and we all enjoyed our introduction to Lecce with Eleanora very much. A great introduction to Lecce.
Bruce🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
29 April 2024
Eleonora was very knowledgeable, lots of fun and her English was excellent. Please choose her as your guide if you can.Eleonora was great
Alexander
(About local )
31 March 2024
Tolle Tour mit vielen Infos zur Geschichte der Stadt und zahlreichen Details zu den Baudenkmäler. Vielen Dank Eleonora.
Alexander & Familie
Shelley🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
22 September 2023
Leonora gave us lots of information about the history of Lecce and the surrounding region. The walk was at a relaxing pace and Eleanora was mindful of it being a warm day. We visited many interesting sites- thankyou Eleonora for a great tour.Informative walk in Lecce
Jill 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
13 September 2023
We had a fabulous walking tour our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly she explained the history really clearly
She also let us know where to get local food and ice cream
We were pleased with our tourGreat
Michael
(About local )
9 September 2023
Eleonora was great. Efficient and knowledgeable.Great
Jordan🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
6 September 2023
We had a wonderful tour of the magical city of Lecce with Eleonora.
It was an extremely hot day and we had my elderly parents with us, and Eleonora ensured that there were plenty of rest spots and shaded routes to keep us out of the sun - whilst still showcasing the best of Lecce.
Eleonora also gave us lots of information for other interesting day trips and excursions for us to take advantage of whilst we were staying in the area, which was above and beyond.
We would not hesitate to recommend Eleonora to anyone wanted to explore the wonderful city of Lecce. There are lots of hidden gems that would go undiscovered without a local guide. The History of Lecce
Len
(About local )
4 June 2025
Francesca was the best tour guide I have ever experienced-
Extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to spend 3 hours with-
Make sure you experience Francesca-
Tat and Liz🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
3 June 2025
Eleanora was an absolute pleasure!! She was knowledgeable, very easy to relate to and made for a fabulous three hours. Her food choices were spot on and she was appropriately sensitive to the vegetarian in our party. You can’t go wrong taking a tour with Eleanora . Our 10 Tastings Tour of Lecce
Maureen🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
24 May 2025
We had an enjoyable afternoon with Eleonora who was very engaging. Her passion and in-depth knowledge of the interesting history of Lecce was much appreciated, while the food and wine were excellent.Great tour
Kelly
(About local )
23 May 2025
Eleonora knows her history and the amount of food is amazing. Overall it was time well spent.we were pleased it was a private tour and we were not rushed. The food was great and you will not leave hungry. Lots of food.
Rich and Phyllis🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
18 May 2025
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Lecce with Eleonora. The tour was nicely paced and she was a wealth of knowledge! Not only did we enjoy learning about this beautiful city, we found Eleonora to be very kind and super friendly. The tour was fascinating, informative and fun. Grazie mille Eleonora! Hope to join you again in another part of Bella Italia.Highlights of Lecce with Eleonora
gilda🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
15 May 2025
Eleonora led a group of 5 of us. She was warm , made us feel welcome and arranged delicious tastings and great information about Lecce. A special treat was hearing Eleonora sing a traditional tune. She provided important information on the olive tree disease and most interesting insights into the flow on effects of this tragedy. We would highly recommend Eleonora.
Liz
(About local )
11 May 2025
Francesca customised our tour to not only take in my dietary requirements but also mixed historical facts with contemporary lifestyle of Lecce. Such as cultural events taking place now. Despite it being pouring down with rain we enjoyed her tour immensely. Went above and beyond
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