Bari Old Town Walking Tour: Explore Historic Architecture and Tasty Focaccia
Bari
Discover the historic architecture and delicious focaccia of Bari's old town on a walking tour. Visit the Basilica of San Nicola, the fish market, and more with a knowledgeable guide.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Castello Normanno Svevo - Stroll around the Castle and hear an intriguing “VIKINGS” tale. The history of the NORMAN DYNASTY, along with the Castle’s defensive and architectural features, will be presented and explained to you outdoors.

  • Strada delle Orecchiette - Witness the delightful sight of ladies crafting traditional homemade pasta called ORECCHIETTE outdoors. Why not sit beside them and try your hand at making it yourself?

  • Cattedrale di San Sabino - Explore the interior of the Cathedral, including the upper part and the crypt. Enjoy a guided tour of the Cathedral: the main church hall and crypt.

  • Basilica San Nicola - Tour the interior of the upper basilica and crypt. Experience a guided tour of the main church hall and crypt.

  • Arco delle Meraviglie - Savor the taste of Focaccia barese!

  • Piazza Mercantile - Listen to the tales of the old and new town.

  • Piazza del Ferrarese - Admire the main building of the old town!

What's Included
  • Lunch included
  • Local wine provided
  • Expertise of a licensed local guide
Additional Information

Explore the city and unravel its secrets with a local guide! Situated in Puglia, Bari is home to the Basilica of San Nicola, a prime symbol of Apulian Romanesque architecture. This sacred site is one of the world’s most revered places, where Catholic and Orthodox traditions unite. Your tour will encompass the old city (featuring the fish market, Ferrarese and Mercantile squares, the Ancient wall ‘la Muraglia’, the Basilica of Saint Nicholaus, the Cathedral, the Norman-Swabian Castle, and a stroll through the ‘pasta’ street’).

We’ll pause in the heart of the old town at Arco delle Meraviglie, for a taste of “focaccia “ from a well-known, historic bakery in Bari.

Kindly remember this is a walking tour. If you select the pick-up service from the port of Bari, we’ll set off together to the old town on foot.

Location
Castello Svevo di Bari
Piazza Federico II di Svevia
Entrance side ( on the little bridge)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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