Salento Peninsula Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Salento Peninsula
Lecce Historic Center
Lecce Historic Center is noteworthy for its historical 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 historical 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 historical 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 historical 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
Though Specchiarica may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Salina dei Monaci and Punta Prosciutto Beach.
Borgo Egnazia
"A wonderfully immersive experience! Whether you want to enjoy the beautiful pools & spa or trek further afield to visit the sweet nearby towns and trullis, the Borgo is the perfect place to be situated. From the beginning we were well taken care of by Giovanni the concierge, Ciro our on-site ‘mentor’, ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Ostuni a Mare
"Beautiful property accommodating staff and beautiful location. Will be returning it was a special place"
Reviewed on 24 May 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 18 May 2026
Dimore di Lecce
"Loved it!"
Reviewed on 27 May 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 12 July 2025
Salento Residence & Suite
"Very nice property. Clean, comfortable."
Reviewed on 23 May 2025
Popular places to visit
Zoosafari
Why not visit the animals who live at Zoosafari and see why this is a favourite attraction in Fasano? Discover the countryside in this relaxing area.
Pescoluse Beach
Why not spend a care-free 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 care-free 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.
Activities
Tour of Lecce with a visit to the basement of the ancient synagogue
Lecce: Baroque Architecture and Underground Walking Tour
1 Hour Walking Tour The Ancient Jewish Quarter in Lecce
3 Hour Group Tour by Boat to the Caves of Santa Maria di Leuca
Alberobello and Matera Bus Tour, from Bari
3-Hour Guided Boat Tour to the Caves in Santa Maria di Leuca
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- B&B in Aradeo
- Aradeo Hotels
- Resort in Aradeo
- Bagnolo del Salento Hotels
- Botrugno Hotels
- Cannole Hotels
- Inns in Cannole
- B&B in Casarano
- Casarano Hotels
- B&B in Casarano Station
- Villas in Casarano
- Castrignano de' Greci Hotels
- Collepasso Hotels
- Corigliano D'Otranto Hotels
- Boutique Hotels in Cursi
- Cursi Hotels
- B&B in Cutrofiano
- Cutrofiano Hotels
- Holiday Homes in Galatina
- Lgbt Welcoming Hotels in Galatina
- Galatina Hotels
- Giuggianello Hotels
- Boutique Hotels in Maglie
- Maglie Hotels
- B&B in Martano
- Martano Hotels
- Inns in Martano
- Matino Hotels
- Resort in Matino
- Melpignano Hotels
- Guest Houses in Muro Leccese
- Lgbt Welcoming Hotels in Muro Leccese
- Muro Leccese Hotels
- Neviano Hotels
- Nociglia Hotels
- Hostels in Noha
- Noha Hotels
- Parabita Hotels
- Pozzo Nuovo-Paradiso Hotels
- All Inclusive Hotels in San Cassiano
- Ski Hotels in San Cassiano
- San Cassiano Hotels
- San Simone Hotels
- Sanarica Hotels
- Scorrano Hotels
- Serviced Apartments in Scorrano
- Secli Hotels
- Resort in Secli
- Serrano Hotels
- Resort in Serrano
- Luxury Hotels in Sogliano Cavour
- B&B in Soleto
- Luxury Hotels in Soleto
- Soleto Hotels
- B&B in Sternatia
- Sternatia Hotels
- Inns in Supersano
- Beach Hotels in Tuglie
- Tuglie Hotels
- Resort in Tuglie
- Farmstay in Zollino
- Zollino Hotels
- Visit Alessano
- Visit Andrano
- Visit Aradeo
- Visit Calimera
- Visit Cannole
- Visit Castro Marina
- Visit Copertino
- Visit Diso
- Visit Fraula
- Visit Gallipoli
- Visit Lecce
- Visit Lequile
- Visit Lucugnano
- Visit Maglie
- Visit Marina Serra
- Visit Martano
- Visit Matino
- Visit Melendugno
- Visit Merine
- Visit Nardò
- Visit Noha
- Visit Otranto
- Visit Parabita
- Visit Racale
- Visit Ruffano
- Visit Scorrano
- Visit Soleto
- Visit Struda
- Visit Tricase
- Visit Vaste
