Parking near the historic center of Lecce: two options
Parkejoo and Centro Park Liberty are just a short walk from the historic center. The new parking plan provides for 13,274 paid parking spaces starting in January 2027
Under Lecce's new parking plan, there will be 13,274 paid parking spaces, about 141 for every 1,000 residents. Compared with 15 provincial capitals, Lecce has more paid spaces per resident than even Milano and Bologna. That does not mean it has the most parking spaces overall.
The new rules are expected to take effect in January 2027. The 13,274 spaces are those planned, not necessarily those currently available. If you're arriving by car, it's worth checking parking options, hours and the rates actually in effect when you visit.
Large car parks near the historic center
Fortunately, Lecce also has large car parks where you can leave your car a short distance from the historic center.
One is Parkejoo, on viale Michele De Pietro: an underground car park with around 610 spaces across three levels. It's spacious and very clean, with restrooms and an elevator that takes you near the courthouse, just a short walk from the historic center.
Not everything won us over, though. The access ramps are quite narrow, as the many scratches and scuff marks on the walls show. Overnight parking costs 24 euros.
Another option we've tried ourselves is Parcheggio Centro Park Liberty. We visited Lecce one evening as two families traveling in two cars, and chose it because it's so close to the historic center.
The parking garage has several levels, and one feature we particularly liked: a display at the entrance to each level shows the exact number of available spaces in real time. If it shows spaces available, you don't have to drive around looking for one.
Once you've parked, you can take the elevator or stairs back up and reach the historic center in just a few steps.
When you return, remember to bring your entry ticket with you: you pay at the automatic payment machines at the parking garage entrance.
Overall, we had a very positive experience at Centro Park Liberty. Its location, the displays showing available spaces, and the reasonable hourly rate make it a convenient choice for visiting Lecce without wasting time looking for parking.
