Salento Peninsula
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Visit Salento Peninsula
Where to stay in Salento Peninsula

Lecce Historic Center
Lecce Historic Center is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Piazza Sant'Oronzo and Roman Amphitheater.

Ostuni Historic Centre
Ostuni Historic Centre is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Museum of Preclassical Civilizations of Southern Murgia Hills and Ostuni Cathedral.

Brindisi Historic Center
Unique features of Brindisi Historic Center include the historic sites and waterfront views. Make a stop by Cathedral of Brindisi or Lungomare Regina Margherita while you're exploring the area.

Gallipoli Historic Center
Unique features of Gallipoli Historic Center include the historic sites and beaches. Make a stop by Gallipoli Castle or Purità Beach while you're exploring the area.

Otranto Historic Centre
You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Otranto Historic Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Otranto Waterfront or Otranto Castle.

Specchiarica
Specchiarica might not have many top sights, but Salina dei Monaci and Punta Prosciutto Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Borgo Egnazia
"Precioso hotel! Te sientes en un pueblo antiguo pero con yodas las comodidades y servicios de un hotel de lujo!!"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026

Ostuni a Mare
"Beautiful property accommodating staff and beautiful location. Will be returning it was a special place"
Reviewed on May 24, 2026

Palazzo Virgilio
"This hotel was exactly what I needed exactly when I needed it. Hotel staff fielded questions about posting parcels, got me a sewing kit, and made me cappuccino in the morning. The breakfast might have a juicer (didn't my second morning) but had truly tasty things to eat and the lightest scrambled ..."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026

Dimore di Lecce
"Loved it!"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026

Palazzo Mosco
"What a gem of a find, it started with the excellent & timely communication from the hotel staff. The staff are amazing, so happy, friendly and welcoming Upon arrival we were greeted in the street and walked into the hotel, by a very friendly staff member. We then discovered a very clean, very Italian ..."
Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Salento Residence & Suite
"Very nice property. Clean, comfortable."
Reviewed on May 23, 2025
Popular places to visit

Zoosafari
Why not visit the animals who live at Zoosafari and see why this is a favorite attraction in Fasano? Discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

Pescoluse Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Pescoluse Beach during your travels in Marina di Pescoluse?

Baia Verde Beach
Swim, soak up the sun and relax at exclusive clubs at this popular beach on the west coast of the Salento Peninsula.

Otranto Waterfront
Italy’s easternmost town sticks out into the glistening Mediterranean, its waterfront lined with stunning medieval architecture and scenic harbors.

Santa Maria al Bagno Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Santa Maria al Bagno Beach during your travels in Santa Maria al Bagno? Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Otranto Cathedral
Trace the stories of Otranto’s martyrs and marvel at beautifully preserved mosaics in a spectacular church on the town’s historic waterfront.
Things to do

Tour of Lecce with a visit to the basement of the ancient synagogue

Monopoli Shared 2.5-Hour Boat Experience with Local Aperitif

3 Hour Group Tour by Boat to the Caves of Santa Maria di Leuca

Alberobello and Matera Bus Tour, from Bari

1 Hour Walking Tour The Ancient Jewish Quarter in Lecce

Lecce: Baroque Architecture and Underground Walking Tour
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