Surroundings

The Baroque capital, where Lecce stone reveals its singular beauty - warm, intricately carved, and luminous. Lecce reveals it in every building, church, and alley of its historic center - from the Basilica of the Holy Cross to the Roman theater, culminating in the Cathedral that overlooks one of southern Apulia’s most beautiful squares. A city to explore on foot, at a gentle pace, pausing to admire every corner.

For centuries, Otranto has overlooked the Adriatic, defined by the strength of its Aragonese Castle and the elegance of its Cathedral, which houses Italy’s largest medieval floor mosaic. All around, the historic center and the cobalt-blue sea merge seamlessly, creating a distinctive and captivating atmosphere. The perfect starting point to discover the Adriatic coast’s most beautiful bays.

Galatina welcomes you with the Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, whose remarkable Gothic-Romanesque frescoes rival those of Italy’s most celebrated basilicas. It is also the birthplace of the “pasticciotto”, an iconic delicacy not to be missed. 
Just a few miles away, Maglie unfolds with its refined center of noble palaces and churches, where a graceful promenade invites you to stroll past historic cafés and scenes of local life.

Perched on a hill, Ostuni - the celebrated “White City” - is unmistakable from afar, with its whitewashed architecture, winding alleys, and captivating views across the sea and the Apulian countryside. One of the region’s most iconic views, even more captivating in person.

Intimate, authentic, and unforgettable. Tricase Porto is one of those Adriatic harbors where time drifts slowly, between rocky coves, clear waters, and simple seaside restaurants. At sunset, it transforms into a picture-perfect setting, an ideal stop on a coastal journey between Porto Badisco and Santa Maria di Leuca.