Galatina Historic Centre

Galatina

palazzi barocchi di Galatina, Lecce,Puglia,Italia
The church of St. Peter and Paul is the mother church of Galatina. It overlooks St. Peter's Square in the Old Town, where once stood the Porta Maggiore, the mother church of Saints Peter and Paul is presented with a striking façade, a sign of the Baroque style, which characterizes much of the private and religious buildings of the city. The present church is the result of a reconstruction took place between the thirties and forties of the seventeenth century, at the behest of the Universitas who gave the church a prominent role compared to the other churches in the city. The earthquake of 1743 caused serious damage and, in the second half of the century, interrupted with several reconstructions. It stands on the site of a previous religious edifice. We know for sure that in 1355 you put hand to the refurbishment of an existing chapel in which it was celebrated in the rite greek. The greek remained the official language in the rites of the church until the mid-sixteenth century. The city was, in fact, considered Greek (oppidum graecorum).

Popular places to visit

Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria

You can learn about the history of Galatina when you stop by Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria. Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this trendy area.

Basilica of Saint Catherine of Alexandria

Church of Saints Peter and Paul

Church of Saints Peter and Paul is just one of the places to see in Galatina, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this relaxing area.

Church of Saints Peter and Paul

Tarantismo Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Tarantismo Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Galatina. Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this trendy area.

Tarantismo Museum

Torre dell'Orologio

Find out about the history of Galatina when you take a trip to Torre dell'Orologio. Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this relaxing area.

Torre dell'Orologio

Lampada senza Luce

You can find out about the history of Galatina with a visit to Lampada senza Luce. Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this trendy area.

Lampada senza Luce

Chapel of San Paolo

You can find out about the history of Galatina with a stop at Chapel of San Paolo. Find some time to visit the monuments or casinos in this relaxing area.

Chapel of San Paolo

Things to do

Cooking class, dinner and wine tasting in Lecce

Cooking class, dinner and wine tasting in Lecce (Corigliano)

RM363
per adult
Cooking class, dinner and wine tasting in Lecce (Corigliano)
Full Day Tour to Gallipoli, Galatina, Coast, Beaches and Winery

Full Day Tour to Gallipoli, Galatina, Coast, Beaches and Winery

RM591
per adult
Full Day Tour to Gallipoli, Galatina, Coast, Beaches and Winery
Organic Wine and Olive Oil Tasting Experience near Lecce

Organic Wine and Olive Oil Tasting Experience near Lecce

RM225
per adult
Organic Wine and Olive Oil Tasting Experience near Lecce
Private Cooking Class in LECCE: Handmade pasta

Private Cooking Class in LECCE: Handmade pasta

RM564
per adult
Private Cooking Class in LECCE: Handmade pasta
Cooking class, dinner and wine tasting near Lecce

Cooking class, dinner and wine tasting near Lecce

RM363
per adult
Cooking class, dinner and wine tasting near Lecce
Tour of Lecce with a visit to the basement of the ancient synagogue

Tour of Lecce with a visit to the basement of the ancient synagogue

RM92
per adult
Tour of Lecce with a visit to the basement of the ancient synagogue
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Top hotels in Galatina Historic Centre

8Piuhotel

8Piuhotel

4 out of 5
Viale Del Risorgimento 3 Lecce LE
The price is RM521 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
RM521
RM591 total
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Chiesa ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (789 reviews)
I loved my stay at this hotel

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

8Piuhotel
Mercure Hotel President Lecce

Mercure Hotel President Lecce

4 out of 5
Via Antonio Salandra, 6 Lecce LE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM364 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
RM364
RM400 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Chinese Missionary Museum and Franciscan ...
8/10 Very Good! (331 reviews)
Staff was excellent, very clean. However our bathroom sink was not draining properly and this was mentioned to staff on day one of our stay and it was never fixed. Also our room (201)was next door to the service room and it was very very noisey. We asked to switch rooms and we were told No.

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

Mercure Hotel President Lecce
Grand Hotel di Lecce

Grand Hotel di Lecce

4 out of 5
Via Oronzo Quarta 28 Lecce LE
The price is RM305 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
RM305
RM354 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Railway Museum of Puglia and Sigismondo Castromediano ...
Grand Hotel di Lecce
Grand Hotel Tiziano e dei Congressi

Grand Hotel Tiziano e dei Congressi

4 out of 5
1 Viale Porta D Europa Lecce LE
The price is RM291 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
RM291
RM338 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions City Walls and Chiesa dei Santi Nicolo e Cataldo are ...
7.4/10 Good! (454 reviews)
nice

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Grand Hotel Tiziano e dei Congressi
Arryvo

Arryvo

Via Adua 24 Lecce LE
The price is RM342 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
RM342
RM389 total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (205 reviews)
Great place to stay

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Arryvo
Casa Mamma Elvira

Casa Mamma Elvira

Corte San Cataldo Lecce LE
The price is RM397 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
RM397
RM451 total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly B&B in Lecce. Enjoy free breakfast, 3 restaurants and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Church of Santa Maria della Grazia ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
Nice large room with all the amenities. Nicely located and great hosts. Yummy breakfast!

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Casa Mamma Elvira
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