Locauto’s car rental office in Lecce is at 37, Viale della Repubblica, not far from the city center and easy to reach from it by foot, with city transport or your own car.
Locauto parking is located outside the rental office.
To return you rental car to Locauto in Lecce, reach the parking lot in front of the office and hand the keys in to our staff. You can also return your car to a different office, in Apulia or elsewhere, by choosing so when you book your car.
The main city of Salento, a stone’s throw away from the Adriatic coast and very close to the Ionian one as well, Lecce presents travelers with lavish cobbled streets, white baroque palaces and skies of such an intense blue all year round so to bewitch their souls at first sight. In its historic center, pinnacles, portals and baroque churches all come together with archeological sites dating back to the ancient Roman age, its greatest specimen being the Roman amphitheater from the 2nd century BC, preserved in its original shape by a third. The amphitheater opens up below the street level next to Saint Orontius Square, another symbol of the city, where people meet and shop; in the middle of it there’s a 95-feet high pillar on the top of which a statue of Lecce’s patron saint gives his blessing to the entire city. Further on there’s Charles V’s Castle, originating from the 16th century, an imposing building which is now home of the Department of Cultural Affairs.
The Cathedral is yet another building worth mentioning, whose humble Medieval façade creates a contrast with the sumptuous baroque interiors, with their marble flooring, rich paintings and lavish golden altar. The list of the city’s architecture beauties could go on and on forever, so your trip to Lecce won’t definitely lack cultural experiences. We advise you to take all of this in with calm and attention, savoring every single moment of your experience here, which will also offer you a lot in terms of food and at a reasonable price too: among Lecce food specialties, which comprise many vegetarian/vegan-friendly dishes, visitors seem to particularly enjoy ciceri e tria (pasta with chickpeas), the world-famous orecchiette (pasta in the shape of little ears) seasoned with fresh tomato sauce and savory ricotta or with turnip greens, the puccia (a particular type of stuffed focaccia bread) and many delicious desserts, like pasticciotti (little shortcrust pastry cakes filled with custard) or purceddhruzzi, crunchy little balls of fried dough covered in honey.
For those travelling to Apulia, Lecce makes both a perfect final destination and a great starting point to explore some of the most notable landmarks along the coast, such as Gallipoli, loved by the young especially for its tireless night life, or Otranto, a beautiful port city capable of filling your heart with glee as you contemplate its bright sceneries of pure sky and sea or stroll along its alleys dotted with inns, craft shops and boutiques selling food specialties that you should supply yourself with great abundance and save for a rainy day. The beaches of Porto Cesareo and Punta Prosciutto, some of the prettiest in the whole region, are also easy to reach from Lecce by car, as well as some other less touristic destinations that can suit your mood if you don’t feel like sunbathing: for instance, the Adriatic Sea Caves, where you can go snorkeling or just enjoy the breathtaking natural settings of this area.
Since railway and surface connections in general do not grant swift and easy commutes within the region, in order to get the best out of your holiday in Apulia you may want to consider renting a private vehicle so to decide your own itineraries in complete autonomy and liberty. If you wish to start your journey from Salento, a car rental office in Lecce will come in handy: since the city is close to many airports, you can get here in a flash from anywhere else in Italy or Europe, cutting a lot of time in comparison to trains and busses, and then continue your journey with a brand new car, equipped with all the accessories and provided with the amount of internal space you need to enjoy your vacation to the fullest. At our car rental office in Lecce you will find a complete range of vehicles to suit your every need: from compact city cars for short trips to sedans to travel with your beloved one, to SUVs and estate cars that can suit travels with all your family and a big bunch of luggage. Use our search engine now to book the vehicle you need, at the best price, on your travelling dates!
To reach our car rental office in Lecce from Bari or Brindisi, follow the state road number 613, exit on Viale Risorgimento and follow the road until you reach Viale della Repubblica. The office is just a couple of miles away from Lecce railway station, where you can get to by train or shuttle bus from the main cities and airports in Apulia region.
Locauto Rent is a 100% Italian company, active in the rent-a-car market since late 70s. Our rental locations network covers the main Italian airports, the biggest railway stations and the major cities. We provide a full range of rental services: short, medium and long term, van rental service and a truly innovative digital full self-service car rental. Our fleet is of the highest level and is among the youngest in the market in terms of average age. We are commonly known for convenient, flexible and transparent pricing solutions and we are recognized for our service, human and technologically evolved at once.
The fanciest square of the city also hosts the very famous Roman amphitheater, the Column of Saint Orontius and the Palace of the Seggio, a mixture of Gothic and Renaissance styles.
Gallipoli is one of the most notable cities on the Ionian side of Apulia, with its fortified city center facing the sea and its baroque buildings.
The easternmost point of the Italian peninsula, Otranto dates back to before the Ancient Greece, it’s full of monuments, archeological sites and gorgeous aerial views of the sea.
The Salento typical large farms, called masserie, are unique architectures where travelers can enjoy genuine Apulian food in a quiet countryside environment.
