Porto Cesareo Travel Guide

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Porto Cesareo
Porto Cesareo
Porto Cesareo
Porto Cesareo
Porto Cesareo

Lounge on the sands, explore the region’s historic watchtowers and choose from a selection of water-based activities in this historic fishing town.

Porto Cesareo, in southeast Italy, is an enchanting coastal town with whitewashed houses, winding alleys, flawless sandy beaches and restaurants serving fresh seafood.

Go snorkelling and swimming or book a boat tour to find out more about the underwater dwellers that live in the Marine Protected Area of Porto Cesareo. Back on dry land, find a spot to lay out on miles of golden beaches.

Sink your toes into the fine sands at Torre Lapillo, located about 7 kilometres (4 miles) from the centre of Porto Cesareo. Look for the 16th-century watchtower here. It is one of many coastal towers in Salento. Just a short walk from the tower are several excellent beaches, including Lido Max and Lido La Pineta.

Discover some of the best beaches in southern Puglia in Punta Prosciutto, about 13 kilometres (8 miles) from Porto Cesareo. Swim in the warm turquoise water and relax on immaculate white sands. Togo Bay La Spiaggia is another popular spot for swimming and sunbathing.

Arrange to take a boat trip on a fishing vessel. Listen to the stories told by lifelong fishers and learn how to prepare and cook your catch at the end of the day. These fishers will teach you about the history of the area and its remarkable ecology.

Sample the town’s exceptional regional cuisine. Common dishes include spaghetti alle vongole, which has clams, and linguine ai frutti di mare, also a seafood pasta.

Drive to nearby Lecce to see its striking Baroque architecture and ancient Roman remains. Lecce also hosts interesting markets where handicrafts and antiques are sold.

Porto Cesareo is in the province of Lecce in southeast Italy. This oceanfront destination is about 30 kilometres (19 miles) from Lecce City Terminal.

Use the beautiful town of Porto Cesareo as a base when visiting some of southeast Italy’s finest beaches.

Directly on the beach. 6 beds in villa with private access to the sea

Directly on the beach. 6 beds in villa with private access to the sea

Scala di Furno
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Porto Cesareo. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Torre Lapillo Beach and Lapillo ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
Well located property, so close to the lovely sandy beach. Clean and comfortable. Host Fabrizio was really helpful.

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Directly on the beach. 6 beds in villa with private access to the sea
Le Dune Suite Hotel

Le Dune Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
Strada Dei Bacini 72, Porto Cesareo, LE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$200 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$200
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Porto Cesareo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (57 reviews)
Perfect location for an excellent beach - with great amenities. Excellent half board package delivered a great dining experience. Within a reasonable walking distance to the town centre and the restaurants/bars/shopping/sights there. The whole hotel team went to great lengths to look after us and ...

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Le Dune Suite Hotel
Club Azzurro Hotel & Resort

Club Azzurro Hotel & Resort

4 out of 5
Via Club Azzurro, Porto Cesareo, LE
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Porto Cesareo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Torre Lapillo Beach and Lapillo Sea ...
7.8/10 Good! (35 reviews)
It was a nice stay. The room was spacious and we had no issues.

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Club Azzurro Hotel & Resort
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.
Directly on the beach. 6 beds in villa with private access to the sea

Directly on the beach. 6 beds in villa with private access to the sea

Scala di Furno
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Porto Cesareo. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Torre Lapillo Beach and Lapillo ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
Well located property, so close to the lovely sandy beach. Clean and comfortable. Host Fabrizio was really helpful.

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Directly on the beach. 6 beds in villa with private access to the sea
HOTIDAY Apartment Collection - Torre Lapillo

HOTIDAY Apartment Collection - Torre Lapillo

4 out of 5
Via della Resistenza 59, Porto Cesareo, LE
Stay at this 4-star residence in Porto Cesareo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Lapillo Sea Tower and Torre Lapillo Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Mycket begränsat urval på frukosten. Fantastiskt läge vid stranden.

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

HOTIDAY Apartment Collection - Torre Lapillo
Pink Cottage. Finely furnished studio apartment with garden, patio and pool.

Pink Cottage. Finely furnished studio apartment with garden, patio and pool.

Porto Cesareo
Stay at this villa in Porto Cesareo. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lapillo Sea Tower and Torre Lapillo Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (11 reviews)
Fabulous outside space
The outside space - swimming pool, seating area, BBQ etc - was fantastic and much bigger than expected. It was cleaned regularly and very relaxing. The apartment was small but perfectly big enough for the two of us. The bathroom needs some TLC as and shower wasnt the best. Some sort of welcome book ...

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2023

Pink Cottage. Finely furnished studio apartment with garden, patio and pool.
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.

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