History embedded. Love how simplistic the church is inside without all the extravaganza.

This Basilica, named "The End of Land" is built at the southernmost tip of the Italian heel, at a place where the Adriatic meets the Ionian sea. The 18c Church with adjacent Monastery is on top of a hill above the town, imo a very average one, both outside and inside. Many souvenir stalls around further ruin the feeling, making it a very touristy place. From the Church terrace is really a great seas view, but that's it - a max 45 min visit including the time for finding parking which is really an issue in August peak season

Busy but still a sense of tranquility and spiritual calm. Easy to access all area even for the less able bodied. Massive car parking space . Small stall holders selling a wide variety of goods at fairly reasonable prices . Small but busy cafe selling a good selection of pasties and snacks busy but worthwhile. Take your time to unwind here and treat it all as a bit of a pilgrimage at the joining of the two seas?

The place is nice, especially 280 steps to come up from port. There is a wsterfall that is oprated with water from roman acqudotto. (Occasionally)

Amazing to visit the End of the World!

You wont find this info in many guide books but there is amazing coastline road - SP358 with some superb views and at the end of this road there is this place. We took SP358 from Grotta Zinzulusa down south to Leuca. Superb views👌Well worth it!

Very nice place , large parking place , you can visit the church and soraundings , even the stone with inscription "DE FINIBUS TERRAE km0"

Amazing turquoise water , beautiful views of the tip of Italy …

Cape Punta Meliso is the southeastern tip of Italy — traditionally considered the lowest point of the geographical "heel" of the Italian peninsula, as well as the meeting point of the waters of the Adriatic Sea and the Ionian Sea.

The feeling of being at the southernmost tip of the heel is amazing!

Great spot for photos, worth the visit

Nice place and view. Locals say that one should go at 7 in the morning to see how the Ionian meets the Adriatic. Didn.t manage to make it that early but enjoyed it as well!!

Free access and parking.

Unfortunately the weather was not so good, so it was closed. But still worth the visit.

Worth a stop. A wonderful point of view. Take some pictures here.

cool and i have nothing more to say about it. ciao🍝☝️

Spectacular

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According to a popular legend, Punta Meliso is a shepherd who, in ancient times, refused the courtship of a mermaid so as not to betray his beloved.There are gates and barbed wire and a private property. Punta Meliso promontory (the ancient Promontorium lapygium or Sallentinum) is the southeastern extremity of Italy — traditionally considered the lowest point of the geographical "heel" of Italian peninsula, as well as the meeting point of the waters from the Adriatic Sea and the Ionian Sea.

(Translated by Google) Reaching the tip of Italy, where the two seas meet, isn't easy unless you're equipped with sneakers/hiking shoes: the rocks are dangerous and sharp. But it's a great satisfaction to be at the tip of our boot. After some local information, I correct myself: Punta Ristola, just a little further west, is the true extreme point of the boot. A "battle" of just a few meters... (Original) Non semplice raggiungere la punta d’Italia, dove si incontrano i due mari, se non muniti di scarpe da ginnastica/trekking: scogli pericolosi e taglienti. Ma una bella soddisfazione essere alla punta del nostro Stivale. Dopo un pò di informazioni del luogo, mi correggo: Punta Ristola, appena poco più a ovest, è il vero punto più estremo dello Stivale. Una "battaglia" di pochi metri...

Absolutely beautiful. The most south point of Italy. I was there in March and it was already gorgeous, I can't even imagine it in the summer. Perfect for fishing, and for exploring.

(Translated by Google) The Monumental Aqueduct of Santa Maria di Leuca ends in an artificial waterfall, built in the 1930s. The work represents the final part of the Apulian Aqueduct and commemorates the completion of the works begun several decades earlier. It features two flights of stairs on the sides of the waterfall, stairways that cover a difference in height of one hundred and twenty meters and end in the famous Roman Column, placed there at the behest of the Duce to celebrate the works of the Regime. (Original) L'Acquedotto Monumentale di Santa Maria di Leuca termina in una cascata artificiale, realizzata negli anni Trenta. L’opera rappresenta la parte finale dell'Acquedotto Pugliese e ricorda il completamento dei lavori cominciati alcuni decenni prima. Essa si presenta con due rampe di scale ai lati della cascata, scalinate che coprono un dislivello di centoventi metri e terminano nella famosa Colonna romana, lì posta per volere del Duce per celebrare le opere del Regime.

(Translated by Google) A beautiful monument in a stunning location. We went here to see the waterfall on the date and time listed on the municipal and local tourist board websites, but the event was canceled without any communication. Terrible organization! All the tourists waiting, who like us had traveled a long way to see the spectacle, were angry. Also, don't complain that tourism is moving elsewhere! Learn to communicate! (Original) Monumento bellissimo in un posto stupendo. Ci siamo recati qui per vedere la cascata nella data e ora indicate nel sito del comune e della proloco ma l’evento è stato annullato senza nessuna comunicazione. Organizzazione pessima! Tutti i turisti in attesa, che avevano come noi fatto parecchia strada per vedere lo spettacolo arrabbiati. Poi non lamentatevi che il turismo si sposta verso altri lidi! Imparate a comunicare!

(Translated by Google) A beautiful monument of some historical importance. I went there to see the flooding, which only happens once a year, but it was horrifying to see how full it was of garbage. Even more so to see the water carrying it away and flowing into the SEA! I'm showing you the video and photos. (Original) Monumento bellissimo, di una certa importanza storica. Mi sono recata sul posto per vedere l'accessione delle acque, che accade poche volte all'anno, ma è stato raccapricciante vedere la quanto era piena di spazzatura, Ancor di più vedere l'acqua che la portava via e sfociava nel MARE! Mostro video e foto.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful, but unfortunately not enough water. I think we should find a way to recycle the water used for the waterfall. So that we can present it in all its splendor (Original) Bella, ma purtroppo poca acqua. Penso che si dovrebbe trovare il sistema per riciclare l'acqua usata per la cascata. Così da poterla presentare in tutto il suo splendore

(Translated by Google) This is the terminal part of the Apulian aqueduct. From information on site it seems that this is opened only occasionally in order to clean the residues that inevitably settle on the bottom of the enormous pipes. When this happens it should be a beautiful sight, unfortunately when we were there it was dry. (Original) Si tratta della parte terminale dell'acquedotto pugliese. Da informazioni sul posto sembra che questo viene aperto solo saltuariamente allo scopo di ripulire i residui che inevitabilmente si depositano sul fondo delle enormi tubature. Quando ciò avviene dovrebbe essere un bello spettacolo, purtroppo quando siamo stati noi era in secca.

(Translated by Google) I visited on a day when the waterfall was not scheduled to open, I can only think it would have been a beautiful sight. (Original) Lo visitato in un giorno in cui non era prevista la apertura della cascata, posso solo pensare che sarebbe stata una bella vista.

(Translated by Google) An imposing work of art, striking both for its beauty and its symbolic function, commemorating the completion of Puglia's aqueduct network, consisting of elevators, reservoirs, and distribution pipes. The waterfall is supplied with water only briefly and sporadically. It must be stunning with flowing water; it is a magnificent monument worthy of admiration. (Original) Opera imponente che colpisce sia per la bellezza, che per la funzione simbolica che ricorda il completamento della rete di acquedotti pugliesi, composta di impianti elevatori, serbatoi, condotte di distribuzione. La cascata viene alimentata con acqua soltanto per poco tempo e sporadicamente. Dev'essere meravigliosa con l'acqua che scorre, è un magnifico monumento da apprezzare.

(Translated by Google) Stupendous (Original) Stupenda

Amazing place. Stunning location by the sea and very good food. Friendly and professional service as well. Honestly the best restaurant we tried in Leuca and around so far. Price is also honest

The environment is really great, a beautiful view, and a perfect location. Regarding the food though, it was our first and only disappointment during our Italian trip. Quantities are not there, neither does quality. The fish is, for most of the menu, not fresh, despite being a fish restaurant, and it shows. The cocktails are very average as well. I wouldn’t recommend, there is much better for the same price in Santa Maria di Leuca. EDIT: the host seems to doubt that we did have dinner here, I do appreciate the chance to provide the pictures (attached). By the way quite unprofessional to say that to a customer). One fish on the menu was indeed fresh as per the menu itself but the rest of the fish are frozen as you wrote yourself at the bottom of each page of your menu on the fish page. It would be more honest to say that, rather than saying that you only have fresh fish (photo attached). It was indeed over priced and clearly not that good. But again the view is very nice. Thank you for the staff for allowing me to confirm what I wrote earlier.

Tonight has been the best experience of our week in Puglia. Absolutely beautiful. From the wonderfully helpful front of house staff who guided us through the food and wine menu and the lovely waitress who sorted my non functioning phone! The beef was sensational, as was the recommended wine - Antieri. Please do try this place - you won't be disappointed. Setting on the beach was a bonus, but not that important compared to the food and service we had which was second to none. I really hope we can return.

This is a fairly nice restaurant, mainly for its views, decor is very simple, but I felt something was missing to make it a more comfortable place. Perhaps the very bad chairs that are not at all nice to sit on, or the windows looking a bit shabby, needs a bit of care. Foodwise it was all right, but nothing spectacular, room for improvement.

MUST GO! By far best restaurant in Leuca. Excellent service, got a spot right at the seafront without asking. Waves in front of you and also at night great view. Food was excellent, the sea bass a bit to dry though. Dessert is fabulous, whatever you choose. Great beach lounge music in the background. Also has a separate seating area for drinks and small snacks only. Offers a limited number of sun beds at the beach. Value for money outstanding as reasonable prices.

Visiting Santa Maria di Leuca and decided to stop in for lunch as the restaurant was so inviting. We were not disappointed! The view was spectacular and the food was delicious Best seafood during our 2 week travels in puglia - the mussels in a lemon broth, the octopus with potatoes and the mixed seafood mix were outstanding! The service was lovely - smiling and proud of the delicious food they served! Don’t miss this spot

Nothing to write home about,el about the food, very blah. For the service I have mixed feelings, some waiting staff better than the other (it goes from down rude to extremely nice). Location is great.

Came here due to the good reviews, but we were severely let down. It's just a bad restaurant cosplaying as something fancy. The pasta was mediocre at best, the fries were old and bland, and the fried seafood was just dry as can be. We were also the last to receive our food out of the all guests, despite arriving and ordering before the majority of them.

Service could be improved by smiling more and being happy to serve and make.people happy...the simple pasta dish was very good...the grilled sword fish was bland and dry...seemed baked instead of grilled and not from fresh fish marinated and grilled! Care is needed to truly have the honor of feeding customers good food prepared fresh,especially with the high prices charged...My opinion for improvement.

If you are looking for sea food - look no further than Fedele. Excellent quality, fresh as can be with a view of the harbor of Santa Maria di Leucca. The staff is very helpful and nice. The quality of the fish is excellent and you will find a daily changing “piatto del girno” which everyday a different pasta with seafood. The wine list is fair Lunch is served ling into the afternoon. And this is a “fish only” place so spare yourself the trouble asking for bolognese or lasagna as this is not a place for it.

I can put my hats off for this local restaurant in the heart of Santa Maria Di Leuca. I ordered more than 8 dishes The location is so convenient, it's right by the sea, there is two car parks near by and one just in front of the restaurant. You can choose to sit outside or inside. There is accessebility for disabled. Food choice range from grilled to fried local fish and you can choose catch of the day. I chose 4 fishes, two grill and two fried . It was amazing. The staff are supper polite and clean , very high degree of hygiene and they give very good advice on food choices . They are available at your table very fast . This is very good place to spend lunch and dinner in Santa Maria Di Leuca. I can highly recommend this restaurant as a trusted place for seafood lovers

Very good and fresh seafood. A little more expensive but worth every penny.

Fantastic Salento restaurant! Delicious food, great seaview and professional, friendly staff make this the place to go for your top food experience in Santa Maria di Luece. Even the top rated Malvase white wine was delicious. The portions here are bigger than most other restaurants locally, the mixed seafood course of six different small dishes at €18 is enough food alone for your dinner.

In despite of all the other ratings I have a very clear opinion about this place, based on our experience. The Food: it‘s good, not excellent, fresh and a bit pricey. The atmosphere: it‘s a bit like a cantina with neon-lights and the „final touch“ was missing to us. The Service: horrible, but that‘s just for part of the staff working there. We never have had such an experience, when we asked if that „one table“ is free (we haven‘t had a reservation, but spotted a table without reserv.-card). One of the service guys looked at us angry, annoyed raising and waving his finger like a teacher and saying to us in an broken english/italian mix: you don‘t tell me where to sit, I decide where you can sit. At this point we usually should have gone, but we were to hungry. Also Service No-Go‘s: - after Dinner we had to ask for Lemon Papers for fingers, we were really „cashed“ without a smile, thank you or anything. So avoid this place if you do care for nice service and Ambiente. Clear „Go“ for the Kitchen!

Food was above average to my taste. There was a service mishap of getting a dish other than what I ordered, I do understand that it happens. Lot of local people though, which makes me wonder that the food could've been really good but it's just not for me. Portions are really big so watch out.

The quality of the food and fish is outstanding, with generous portions that truly impress. The atmosphere is very welcoming, and the place is spotless. Our waitress, Victoria, was exceptionally helpful and friendly, which made the experience even better. Highly recommended

We were not expecting anything special when we came here for a lunch during our beach day, but it was super disappointing. The pasta was not fresh, the tuna and sword fish were not cooked properly and not seasoned at all, the lasagna was ice cold. It was not cheap, and the food quality was poor.

Tasteless, cold, and expensive food. Service is bad. Prices are slightly above average, quality is significantly below average.

Very nice cafe of the main road. I had some amazing pasta but can't remember the name. Primarily fish but some pasta dishes.

Food was delicious (fish could have not been any fresher) and the personnel very attentive. Great discovery!

Absolutely delicious. We got the ravioli and lasagne, it was really tasty, cosy and the staff was nice.

One of the best restaurants I have been at. There is a fixed menu with 5 courses for about 35€. The seafood was fresh and varies depending on what was caught that day. Can definitely recommend. The staff was also very nice

The most incredible seafood experience! We came for dinner and had a tasting course menu of endless dishes of fish. Each was super fresh and delicious. Such a unique and fun experience, definitely a must when in Santa Maria di Leuca.

Very good food for a nice price. €35 per person for a (fixed) menu consisting of a extensive antipasto, primo ( pasta and risotto with seafood) , secondo ( grilled fish and gambas) and a sorbetto. Friendly and fast service.

WOW. What an incredible experience. The restaurant is right on the water with beautiful views. Tons of seating and extremely fast service. They had a fixed menu with sooo many dishes. The food just kept coming and coming!!! Incredible flavors, absolutely delectable. Finally, it was extremely reasonably priced, especially coming from the U.S. Wish I could give more than 5 stars for this place!

If you come to visit this coast you must come to eat at this restaurant. They serve the amazing appetizers and big dish of fresh seafoods. Also very tasty of Risotto and Pasta. All the staffs here are very friendly and nice. Highly recommend ✌🏾

My favourite fisch restaurant near Santa Maria di Leuca. Try the fish menu but dont think you got already all starters (Antipasti) when you finished 5 plates. There are more to come! All dishes of very good and fresh quality. Efficient service. I go to have dinner there for 5 years. Always very satisfied. Dont forget to book your table well in advance. In August open also for lunch. I love the rosé wine the Chef recommends. Take the bottle home If you cant finish there! Parking available. Watch the sea, sunset or fullmoon from the garden.

Really excellent spot to eat. The view is incredible - we booked ahead and requested a table with a sea view during sunset - and really enjoyed the fixed menu, which included a huge array of different seafood. The owner was incredibly warm as soon as we arrived and the service was great throughout. We particularly enjoyed the saxophonist who played throughout our meal!

Authentic and Original place especially for a dinner. Expected more from the food. I ordered the catch of the day, cost me 54 euros but wasn't worth it. A bit dry despite the great sauce with it. My wife ordered the lobster pasta, was pretty decent for the price. Overall, it was a good experience with very friendly service. Just don't expect top notch food exp.

Beautiful location on the water. Grilled Swordfish and caprese salad... Some vino Blanco secco.. All was great...I recommend

Great food, excellent price/quality and service; amazing location next to the sea. We had mix starters and a 1kg sea bream for two. Francesco is one of the best waiters met during these may holidays. Will come back from Holland and visit.

We've been driving along the East Coast and decided to stop at Santa Maria de Leuca for a dinner. We've chosen the place based on maps reviews and would like to recommend it to others. Very interesting location under the old bridge, right by the sea. You sit there and see and hear waves break at the rocky shore. We arrived early and were lucky to get a table for two as it got full as we were leaving the place. Both seafood pastas (orechietti and square spaghetti) were very good as well as read wine.

So this region boasts with amazing food! Grab a meal here in your adventures. Get the starters, skip the pasta(I don’t eat pasta), get the seafood and the lobster. Drink some wine, as much as possible. Get dessert. I don’t like pasta but it’s great here I just don’t eat it. Also ask for muscles in white wine that are not on the menu... they are amazing 😉 also there are very cute cats! 🐱

The food is great, it is the best I had in Leuca. The staff is very friendly and the view is like in the movies. Everything was perfect!

Amazing restaurant with great food and service. The location is a bit odd under the bridge but this unique quality is very pleasing. I recommend calling to book a table as it fills up quickly. I recommend the tuna and the fish ragù you will not be disappointed.