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Salento Itineraries
Salve
The beach of Pescoluse and its “Maldives of Salento” are among the most beautiful coastlines of the Mediterranean.
The marina of Salve, a summer destination for thousands of holidaymakers, ranked third in the special Lonely Planet chart, the brand of one of the most popular travel guides in the world.
Pescoluse is lively and welcoming, with stretches of fine white sand, shallow waters, and small islets rising from the sea.
Year after year, Salve and Pescoluse confirm themselves as the “queens” of Salento, and Gigli Hotel stands just a 5-minute walk from this paradise.
The marina of Salve, a summer destination for thousands of holidaymakers, ranked third in the special Lonely Planet chart, the brand of one of the most popular travel guides in the world.
Pescoluse is lively and welcoming, with stretches of fine white sand, shallow waters, and small islets rising from the sea.
Year after year, Salve and Pescoluse confirm themselves as the “queens” of Salento, and Gigli Hotel stands just a 5-minute walk from this paradise.
Torre Vado
Just 2 km from Gigli Hotel lies the marina of Torre Vado.
A small destination worth visiting especially in the evening for a pleasant walk along the seafront, where the weekly market takes place every Friday at 8:00 p.m.
There is also a large play area with many attractions for children, as well as plenty of food stands and souvenir shops.
A small destination worth visiting especially in the evening for a pleasant walk along the seafront, where the weekly market takes place every Friday at 8:00 p.m.
There is also a large play area with many attractions for children, as well as plenty of food stands and souvenir shops.
Presicce-Acquarica
Presicce-Acquarica was born from the merger of these two towns and is located about 10 km from Gigli Hotel.
There are many attractions to visit, starting with the historic centers and the ancient underground oil mills, the Column of St. Andrew, Ducal Palace, Villa Arditi, and the
Celsorizzo farmhouse.
Numerous summer events draw many visitors, with festivals, concerts, and cultural happenings.
There are many attractions to visit, starting with the historic centers and the ancient underground oil mills, the Column of St. Andrew, Ducal Palace, Villa Arditi, and the
Celsorizzo farmhouse.
Numerous summer events draw many visitors, with festivals, concerts, and cultural happenings.
Specchia
The beautiful village of Specchia (among the most beautiful in Italy) is about 17 km from Gigli Hotel.
One of the most visited inland destinations in southern Salento: the narrow streets of the old town, its churches, historic palaces, and evening nightlife will immerse you in the authentic Salento.
One of the most visited inland destinations in southern Salento: the narrow streets of the old town, its churches, historic palaces, and evening nightlife will immerse you in the authentic Salento.
S. Maria di Leuca
The southernmost town of Salento, Santa Maria di Leuca, is about 16 km from Gigli Hotel.
Bathed by both the Ionian and Adriatic seas, the Punta Ristola lighthouse dominates the landscape, while the promenade offers lovely strolls and plenty of lively evening spots.
A must-see is also the Sanctuary “De Finibus Terrae,” a major international religious and tourist site.
Bathed by both the Ionian and Adriatic seas, the Punta Ristola lighthouse dominates the landscape, while the promenade offers lovely strolls and plenty of lively evening spots.
A must-see is also the Sanctuary “De Finibus Terrae,” a major international religious and tourist site.
Gallipoli
The “pearl of Salento” is about 40 km from Gigli Hotel.
Unique for its urban design, with its old town shaped like an islet in the sea, Gallipoli is a must for anyone visiting Salento. From beaches to nightlife, it is a vibrant town capable of captivating even the most seasoned travelers.
Unique for its urban design, with its old town shaped like an islet in the sea, Gallipoli is a must for anyone visiting Salento. From beaches to nightlife, it is a vibrant town capable of captivating even the most seasoned travelers.
Otranto
Otranto is the easternmost town in Italy, where the first sunrise rises, located about 55 km from Gigli Hotel.
Another must-see stop during a holiday in Salento, Otranto offers one of the most complete tourist experiences: its castle in the historic center is the highlight, while the Alimini beaches are very popular. The town is also rich in exhibitions and cultural events.
Another must-see stop during a holiday in Salento, Otranto offers one of the most complete tourist experiences: its castle in the historic center is the highlight, while the Alimini beaches are very popular. The town is also rich in exhibitions and cultural events.
Torre dell’Orso
About 65 km from Gigli Hotel, Torre dell’Orso is a spectacular seaside destination.
Famous for its silver-colored fine sand beach, Torre dell’Orso boasts exceptionally clear waters thanks to the currents of the Otranto Strait. Guarding these splendid waters are the “Two Sisters,” two sea stacks rising from the sea just off the shoreline.
Famous for its silver-colored fine sand beach, Torre dell’Orso boasts exceptionally clear waters thanks to the currents of the Otranto Strait. Guarding these splendid waters are the “Two Sisters,” two sea stacks rising from the sea just off the shoreline.
Porto Selvaggio
The name says it all about this splendid unspoiled reserve, located about 66 km from Gigli Hotel.
To reach it requires some effort, crossing a long pine forest, but the scenery at the end is breathtaking. There is no sand, only rock, which is easy to walk on, leading to a cove where nature reigns supreme.
To reach it requires some effort, crossing a long pine forest, but the scenery at the end is breathtaking. There is no sand, only rock, which is easy to walk on, leading to a cove where nature reigns supreme.
Lecce
The provincial capital is about 75 km from Gigli Hotel.
Also called the “Florence of the South” for its abundance of Baroque and artistic influences, Lecce has a charm all its own. A must-see for anyone visiting Salento, whether by day or night, it will capture your heart. The warmth and beauty of the Basilica of Santa Croce will take you back in time, and the entire historic center is a joy for the eyes.
Also called the “Florence of the South” for its abundance of Baroque and artistic influences, Lecce has a charm all its own. A must-see for anyone visiting Salento, whether by day or night, it will capture your heart. The warmth and beauty of the Basilica of Santa Croce will take you back in time, and the entire historic center is a joy for the eyes.