TRAVEL & STAY
Here are some of our picks for where to stay.
Our seaside base, with plenty of hotels and holiday apartments. Our wedding coach will leave from Porto Cesareo only.
We’re arranging coach transport from Porto Cesareo, returning after the party ends at 2 am. Please let us know at least six months in advance if you’ll need transport; we’ll confirm pickup points and timings later.
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Lecce is another option if you’re happy to arrange your own transport. Its historic centre is approximately 30–35 minutes from the castle by car.
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A quiet town near the castle, with local cafés, B&Bs and holiday apartments. Worth a look for good-value accommodation.
You’ll need to arrange transport to the wedding from here. Our coach runs from Porto Cesareo only.
Check accommodation ↗HOTELS, B&Bs & AIRBNBS
You’ll find plenty of hotels, B&Bs and affordable Airbnbs nearby. Salice Salentino, San Pancrazio Salentino and Guagnano are options closer to the castle if you’re arranging your own transport.
If you have any questions about where to stay or getting to the wedding, please contact us.
GETTING HERE
Check both airports for flights that suit you. Prices and schedules vary, so compare the total journey as well as the fare.
The closer airport to Castello Monaci and a convenient option for Salento.
Check flights to Brindisi ↗A further drive, but worth checking for alternative routes, flight times and potentially cheaper fares.
Check flights to Bari ↗Send us your flight details once booked. We’ll help connect guests arriving at similar times with anyone offering spare car seats and luggage space.
PUGLIA
Puglia has some of the best beaches in Italy and wonderful food, with plenty to explore while you’re here. We hope you’ll enjoy discovering a little of it with us.
If you’re staying a little longer, take a look at these ideas for beaches, pretty towns and places to explore.