Private Half-Day Tour of Otranto

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Duration: 4h
Location: Otranto, Italy | Otranto, Italy


Category: Day Trips & Excursio

Highlights:
Tour of Italy's easternmost city, the “Gateway to the East”
Fascinating introduction to Otranto's history & culture
Private drive through the stunning Apulian countryside
Spectacular views across the sparkling, blue Adriatic Sea
Chance to see the Otranto Cathedral & Aragonese Castle

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Otranto
Roundtrip transportation to and from your Lecce hotel
Admission to Otranto Cathedral

Description:

Explore the charming town of Otranto in this half-day tour from Lecce. Marvel at the enchanting blue water of the Adriatic Sea and take a stroll through the historic city center to see the main attractions of what many Italians call the “Gateway to the East.”

Leave Lecce behind and enjoy a picturesque drive through the charming Apulian countryside. Located in the southeastern Salento peninsula, Otranto is the easternmost city in Italy. Follow your guide through its historic center to explore artistic and architectural gems.

Cross the sparkling, blue Adriatic Sea via a stone bridge to the impressive Aragonese Castle. Admire the magnificent walls surrounding the fortress, which once served as Otranto's main line of defense.

Your next stop is Otranto Cathedral, a blend of several architectural styles, such as Byzantine, Christian, and Roman. The cathedral is actually the largest Romanesque building in Apulia. Admire the military architecture of its exterior as well as the majestic mosaic that runs the length of its interior nave.