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7-Day Foodie Itinerary: Lecce, Otranto, Alezio, Gallipoli

  1. Day 1: Lecce
    0 minutes (0 miles) from Lecce

    Morning - Start your food journey with a delicious pasticciotto, a traditional Lecce sweet pastry, at Pasticceria Natale. For lunch, try the local specialty, Rustico Leccese (a savory puff pastry filled with cheese and tomato sauce), at Forno Subito. In the evening, indulge in a seafood dinner at Alle Due Corti.

  2. Day 2: Otranto
    1 hour (24.3 miles) from Lecce

    Morning - Start your day with a caffeinated beverage and freshly baked pastries at Bar Basilio. Then, explore the Norman-Aragonese Castle and its museum to learn about the history of Otranto. For lunch, taste the local specialty of ricci di mare (sea urchins) at La Bella Idrusa. In the evening, treat yourself to a fine dining experience at Porto Badisco Ristorante.

  3. Day 3: Alezio
    30 minutes (11.6 miles) from Otranto

    Morning - Start your day with a trip to the Alezio Farmer's Market to try fresh fruits, vegetables, and cheese. Afternoon - Visit the Museo Civico di Alezio to learn about the town's history. For lunch, try the local specialty of tiella (baked rice, potatoes, and mussels) at Trattoria Iolanda. In the evening, head to Vineria Santa Caterina for a relaxing night of wine and cheese.

  4. Day 4: Gallipoli
    20 minutes (8.6 miles) from Alezio

    Morning - Take a stroll through the old town of Gallipoli and visit Castello di Gallipoli. For lunch, try the local specialty, Cozze alla Tarantina (mussels with tomato sauce and pepperoncino), at Osteria del Vico. In the evening, enjoy a seafood dinner at Osteria del Porto.

  5. Day 5: Lecce
    30 minutes (18.9 miles) from Gallipoli

    Morning - Take a tour of the beautiful Baroque architecture of Lecce, including Chiesa di Santa Croce and Piazza del Duomo. For lunch, try the local specialty of tagliata di cavallo (horse meat) at Le Zie Trattoria. In the evening, head to La Torre di Merlino for a rooftop cocktail with a view of the city.

  6. Day 6: Otranto
    1 hour (24.3 miles) from Lecce

    Morning - Take a boat tour of the breathtaking Grotta della Poesia. For lunch, try the local specialty of panzerotti (deep-fried dough filled with tomato and mozzarella) at Paninoteca Da Simone. In the evening, head to Miascora for a unique twist on traditional Apulian cuisine.

  7. Day 7: Gallipoli
    20 minutes (8.6 miles) from Otranto

    Morning - Take a dip in the crystal-clear waters of Spiaggia della Purità. For lunch, try the local specialty of ricci di mare (sea urchins) at Ristorante Grotta Greca. In the evening, head to L'Angolo Blu for a romantic dinner with a view of the sea.

Recommendations

Consider taking a cooking class to learn how to make some of the local specialties. Day trips to nearby towns such as Nardò and Brindisi are also recommended. To maximize your fun, rent a scooter to explore the towns and countryside at your own pace.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Pasticceria Natale (30 minutes, €5)
  • Forno Subito (1 hour, €10)
  • Alle Due Corti (2 hours, €40)
  • Bar Basilio (30 minutes, €5)
  • Norman-Aragonese Castle (1 hour, €8)
  • La Bella Idrusa (1 hour, €20)
  • Porto Badisco Ristorante (2 hours, €60)
  • Alezio Farmer's Market (1 hour, €10)
  • Museo Civico di Alezio (1 hour, €8)
  • Trattoria Iolanda (1 hour, €20)
  • Vineria Santa Caterina (2 hours, €30)
  • Castello di Gallipoli (1 hour, €8)
  • Osteria del Vico (1 hour, €20)
  • Osteria del Porto (2 hours, €50)
  • Chiesa di Santa Croce (1 hour, €5)
  • Le Zie Trattoria (1 hour, €30)
  • La Torre di Merlino (2 hours, €20)
  • Grotta della Poesia boat tour (2 hours, €30)
  • Paninoteca Da Simone (1 hour, €10)
  • Miascora (2 hours, €50)
  • Spiaggia della Purità (2 hours, free)
  • Ristorante Grotta Greca (1 hour, €40)
  • L'Angolo Blu (2 hours, €60)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €474

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