Otranto Historic Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Otranto Historic Centre
Popular places to visit
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.
Otranto Castle
4.5/5(3 reviews)
Gripping Gothic fiction and centuries of fascinating history meet in the formidable walls and towers of Otranto’s impressive medieval castle.
Cape Palascia Lighthouse
Learn about the local history of Otranto when you take a trip to Cape Palascia Lighthouse. Stroll along the marina or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Church of San Pietro
Learn about the local history of Otranto with a stop at Church of San Pietro. Amble within the natural setting or visit the monuments in this relaxing area.
Alimini Lakes
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Alimini Lakes during your travels in Otranto. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Porto Badisco Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Porto Badisco Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Porto Badisco.
Activities
Full Day Tour of Otranto City and its Amazing Seacoast from Lecce
AU$213
per adult
Full Day Tour to Otranto coast most beautiful Beaches from Lecce
AU$230
per adult
Private Candle Making Experience in Otranto
AU$152
per adult
Otranto Trekking Adventure: The Path of the Hermit and the Bay of the Turks
AU$73
per adult
MTB Bike Tour: Otranto, the Bouxite Quarry and the Idro Valley
AU$107
per adult
Otranto and Surroundings Full-Day Bike Tour
AU$243
per adult
Our pick of the best Otranto Historic Centre Hotel Deals
Hotel Palazzo Papaleo
Via Rondachi 1, Otranto, LE
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Otranto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (131 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with great service. Room with large and had an incredible fresco ceiling. We could not have been happier with our stay there"
Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2025
Palazzo De Mori
Via Bastioni Pelagi, Otranto, LE
Stay at this affittacamere in Otranto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Otranto Waterfront and Baia Dei Turchi Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (56 reviews)
"Grazie!"
Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025
Baglioni Masseria Muzza
Via Muzza 7, Otranto, LE
The price is AU$1,322 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$1,322
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Otranto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Baia Dei Turchi Beach and Alimini Lakes ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"Beautiful property near the beach, shall return!"
Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025
Relais Valle dell'Idro
Via G.Grasso 4, Otranto, LE
The price is AU$298 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$298
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Otranto. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (244 reviews)
"Excellent location, clean and staff very helpful"
Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025
Tenuta Centoporte - Resort Hotel
Via Vecchia Otranto-Giurdignano, Giurdignano, LE
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Giurdignano. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Otranto Waterfront and Baia Dei Turchi Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (86 reviews)
"We have just got back from staying here for a week & could not say enough good things about TC. The grounds were gorgeous, so well looked after, the staff were flawless and the food was so fresh and delicious! Pool area was super relaxing and rooms were so clean & fresh. A few minutes drive into ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025
Marelive - CDSHotels
Viale Dei Palmizi, snc, Melendugno, LE
Stay at this 4-star residence in Melendugno. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Alimini Beach and Alimini Lakes are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (16 reviews)
Very high hidden fees
"Too many high hidden fees for coming across as a Hotel. The director was very kind and polite. The 2 bedrooms villa was poorly designed. We learnt that the resort has been recently taken over by another owner. With did not have an unpleasant stay but I cannot accept fees that sum up to the cost of ..."
Reviewed on 19 Sep. 2022
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.