Lecce Small-Group History and Street Food Tasting Tour
by Rosy Smart City Tours
Choose from 3 available options
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€108Overview
This small-group walking tour in Lecce lasts about two and a half hours and covers the city’s history alongside local street food tastings. The tour begins at Porta San Biagio, one of the original four main entrances to the city, where the guide provides historical context. It then continues to the Chiesa di San Matteo, noted for its concave and convex façade. Next, the group visits the Roman Theatre, an early example of the city’s Roman heritage. The walk proceeds to Piazza del Duomo, a closed square known for its soft evening lighting and unique atmosphere. The Basilica di Santa Croce, a key example of Lecce’s Baroque architecture, is the next stop, followed by the Anfiteatro Romano, a small Roman amphitheater reflecting the city’s ancient roots. The tour then reaches Porta Napoli, another historic city gate facing an obelisk honoring the King of Naples. The final stop is Piazza Sant'Oronzo, the historic center featuring the Sedile, the former city hall, and the Roman Amphitheater. Throughout the tour, participants taste local street foods including rustico (a puff pastry filled with mozzarella, tomato, and béchamel), local cheeses, crunchy tarallini, and pasticciotto, a custard-filled short pastry. Snacks are included, but alcoholic beverages are not. The tour provides exterior views and historical information about each site but does not enter the attractions. It operates in most weather conditions except extreme ones and requires a minimum number of participants. Dietary restrictions should be communicated when booking, as not all tastings can be guaranteed for vegans, gluten-free, or lactose-intolerant guests.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Porta San Biagio
Porta San Biagio is one of the original four main entrances to Lecce's historic city center.
15 min
Chiesa di San Matteo
The church is known for its distinctive façade featuring concave and convex curves.
15 min
Teatro Romano di Lecce
This Roman theater is the first example of the city’s Roman heritage encountered on the tour.
15 min
Piazza del Duomo
A closed square notable for its soft lighting at night, creating a romantic and elegant atmosphere.
20 min
Basilica di Santa Croce
A symbol of Lecce’s Baroque style, located next to Palazzo dei Celestini.
15 min
Anfiteatro Romano
Known as Lecce’s small Colosseum, this amphitheater showcases the city’s Roman origins.
20 min
Porta Napoli
This is the second main historic city gate, facing an obelisk erected to honor the King of Naples.
15 min
Piazza Sant'Oronzo
The heart of the old town, featuring the Sedile (former city hall) and the Roman Amphitheater, important landmarks in Lecce’s history.
20 min
Meeting point
At the big arch
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Lecce Small-Group History and Street Food Tasting Tour
by Rosy Smart City Tours
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€108Overview
This small-group walking tour in Lecce lasts about two and a half hours and covers the city’s history alongside local street food tastings. The tour begins at Porta San Biagio, one of the original four main entrances to the city, where the guide provides historical context. It then continues to the Chiesa di San Matteo, noted for its concave and convex façade. Next, the group visits the Roman Theatre, an early example of the city’s Roman heritage. The walk proceeds to Piazza del Duomo, a closed square known for its soft evening lighting and unique atmosphere. The Basilica di Santa Croce, a key example of Lecce’s Baroque architecture, is the next stop, followed by the Anfiteatro Romano, a small Roman amphitheater reflecting the city’s ancient roots. The tour then reaches Porta Napoli, another historic city gate facing an obelisk honoring the King of Naples. The final stop is Piazza Sant'Oronzo, the historic center featuring the Sedile, the former city hall, and the Roman Amphitheater. Throughout the tour, participants taste local street foods including rustico (a puff pastry filled with mozzarella, tomato, and béchamel), local cheeses, crunchy tarallini, and pasticciotto, a custard-filled short pastry. Snacks are included, but alcoholic beverages are not. The tour provides exterior views and historical information about each site but does not enter the attractions. It operates in most weather conditions except extreme ones and requires a minimum number of participants. Dietary restrictions should be communicated when booking, as not all tastings can be guaranteed for vegans, gluten-free, or lactose-intolerant guests.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Porta San Biagio
Porta San Biagio is one of the original four main entrances to Lecce's historic city center.
15 min
Chiesa di San Matteo
The church is known for its distinctive façade featuring concave and convex curves.
15 min
Teatro Romano di Lecce
This Roman theater is the first example of the city’s Roman heritage encountered on the tour.
15 min
Piazza del Duomo
A closed square notable for its soft lighting at night, creating a romantic and elegant atmosphere.
20 min
Basilica di Santa Croce
A symbol of Lecce’s Baroque style, located next to Palazzo dei Celestini.
15 min
Anfiteatro Romano
Known as Lecce’s small Colosseum, this amphitheater showcases the city’s Roman origins.
20 min
Porta Napoli
This is the second main historic city gate, facing an obelisk erected to honor the King of Naples.
15 min
Piazza Sant'Oronzo
The heart of the old town, featuring the Sedile (former city hall) and the Roman Amphitheater, important landmarks in Lecce’s history.
20 min
Meeting point
At the big arch
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.