Is Lecce a good base for exploring Puglia?

Hello, We’re heading to Puglia at the end of May. We’re a senior couple. We arrive in Bari, where we’ve booked accommodation for 2 nights. We’ve rented a car. Day 1: Bari Day 2: Polignano a Mare – Monopoli Day 3: Ostuni – Brindisi Day 4: Lecce Day 5 & 6: Exploring the coast from Otranto to Santa Maria di Leuca Day 7 & 8: Gallipoli area Day 9 & 10: Matera

We’re considering renting a place near Lecce for 5 days and using it as a base to explore the region.

Thanks for your thoughts!

Best regards, Jean Michel

Hey JM,

We had 5 stopover cities for 2 weeks in May... 2023... Amazing, you can read all about it here:

https://blogs.crespel.me/italie2023/

See ya!

Hi Jean-Michel, Your itinerary is really well planned 😉 with a good pace to enjoy the trip without changing accommodations too often. Staying near Lecce for 5 days to explore Otranto, Santa Maria di Leuca, and Gallipoli is a particularly smart idea—it saves you from repacking and lets you discover the Salento region at a relaxed pace. Just one small tip: if your schedule allows, consider stopping at Alberobello or Locorotondo between Bari and Ostuni. Late May is a perfect time to explore Puglia. Have a great trip! Bap'