10 Sights & Landmarks in Otranto That You Shouldn't Miss

December 22, 2021 Moriah Teneyck

Gaze out at the azure Adriatic Sea from the sunny beaches of Otranto, in Italy's Puglia region. This historic port town attracts locals and tourists to its 10km of beaches and diving rocks. In town, the cathedral features large-scale mosaics dating back to the 12th century. If you love snorkeling and beautiful seaside views, it's worth making the short journey south to Porto Badisco.
Restaurants in Otranto

1. Chiesa di Sant'Antonio

Via Papa Giovanni Paolo II, 73028, Otranto Italy
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Chiesa di Sant'Antonio

2. Cattedrale di Otranto

Piazza Basilica, 73028, Otranto Italy +39 0836 802194 http://www.comune.otranto.le.it/otranto-nella-storia/da-visitare/item/la-cattedrale
Excellent
73%
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4.5 based on 2,301 reviews

Cattedrale di Otranto

Reviewed By liverpool1023 - London, United Kingdom

Easily one of the most interesting churches in the entire region. The early medieval floor mozaic based on a tree of life motif is incredible and is in fantastic condition.

3. Cape Palascia

Via da otranto a punta badisco 40.107362, 18.520384, 73028, Otranto Italy +39 0836 871111 http://www.comune.otranto.le.it/otranto-nella-storia/da-visitare/item/museo-su-ecologia-degli-ecosistemi-mediterranei-3?category_id=1106
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4.5 based on 217 reviews

Cape Palascia

Cape Palascìa, commonly known as Capo d'Otranto, is Italy's most easterly point. It is situated in the territory of the Apulian city of Otranto, in the Province of Lecce at 40° 7' northing and 18° 31' easting. The lighthouse there, recently renovated, is one of five Mediterranean lighthouses protected by the European Commission. It is often visited by tourists, especially at New Year, since it stands at the point where the dawn of the new year may first be seen in Italy.

4. Chiesa di San Pietro

Via San Pietro, 73028, Otranto Italy https://www.comune.otranto.le.it/vivere-il-comune/territorio/da-visitare/item/basilica-bizantina-di-san-pietro
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4.5 based on 272 reviews

Chiesa di San Pietro

5. Chiesa Della Madonna Dell'altomare

Via Punta, 73028, Otranto Italy
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4.5 based on 22 reviews

Chiesa Della Madonna Dell'altomare

6. Santuario di Santa Maria dei Martiri

Colle della Minerva, 73028, Otranto Italy
Excellent
46%
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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Santuario di Santa Maria dei Martiri

7. Torre del Serpe

Otranto Italy
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4.5 based on 32 reviews

Torre del Serpe

8. Mura - Torre Matta o Del Celso

Via Bastione dei Pelasgi, 4, 73028, Otranto Italy +39 335 621 9190 https://www.lapareidoliadicarlotoma.it/torre-matta-experience/
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4.5 based on 92 reviews

Mura - Torre Matta o Del Celso

9. Centro Storico Otranto

Piazza Castello, 73028, Otranto Italy +39 0836 801436 http://www.comune.otranto.le.it/english-version/tourist-information
Excellent
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4.5 based on 3,993 reviews

Centro Storico Otranto

Reviewed By cordyroy - Naples, United States

The Historic Center of Otranto is fairly small, set right on the seaside with some impressive hills. The real stars are the walls, Cathedral and the wonderful views.

10. Punta Palascia Lighthouse

Strada Provinciale 87, 73028, Otranto Italy
Excellent
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4.5 based on 235 reviews

Punta Palascia Lighthouse

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