Top Bari Walking Tours - page 2

Embark on the ultimate adventure from Bari to explore three beautiful towns in just one day: Ostuni, Locorotondo, and Polignano a Mare. Leave behind the crowded tour buses and enjoy a more serene experience with only your private driver for company. In addition to the free time to explore each location at your leisure, the tour also offers guided walking tours along the way too.

The coastline of Polignano a Mare is dotted with picturesque grottoes and coves, only accessible by sea. With this small-group boat tour, you'll be able to cruise right up to the coast and dive into the turquoise waters of the Adriatic to swim or snorkel. Learn about this area's history and traditions from your skipper, snap pictures of the Grotta Azzurra and Grotta Piana, and relax over drinks on board.

It’s easy to get lost exploring Bari’s maze-like old town and lesser-known neighborhoods if you visit independently. Cover much more distance than walking and stay on track on a bike tour, and listen to your guide’s insight into the city’s heritage. Take in beautiful seaside views and stop for a tasting of delicious handmade ice cream.

Visiting the Wine Museum of the Frrud Winery is equivalent to making a journey through time through centuries of history during which wine is the constant element and where the knowledge of the past mixes with the immersive experience in the flavors of the present through the tasting of our wines paired with local cheeses and cured meats. Duration: 60 min Wines for tasting: 3 Typical products: bread, focaccia, cheeses and dairy products

Your journey begins in Alberobello, world-renowned for its extraordinary trulli — traditional dry-stone houses with distinctive conical roofs. As you stroll through the historic districts, your guide will share the fascinating history, legends, and cultural significance of these unique structures recognized by UNESCO. Next, continue to Ostuni, dramatically perched on a hilltop overlooking the Adriatic Sea. Known as “La Città Bianca” (The White City), Ostuni enchants visitors with its maze of white alleys, charming stairways, hidden courtyards, and panoramic terraces. Reach the Cathedral at the highest point and admire sweeping views of olive groves and coastline. If you wish to enrich your experience, you may also include a stop in Locorotondo. Overlooking the Itria Valley, this elegant circular village is famous for its flower-filled balconies, peaceful atmosphere, and stunning countryside views.

This tour is private only, which allows you to visit and fully enjoy two UNESCO sites at once at a decent price.

Puglia has long been known for its excellent wines, but it can be a challenge to reach the region’s rural wineries. With this wine tour, set off directly from Bari to visit a cellar less than an hour from Bari. Stroll through the vineyards surrounded by olive groves and orchards and sample four wines—including a white, red, rosè, and dessert wine—paired with Puglian specialties like focaccia, cold cuts, cheeses, and olive oil bruschetta.

Castel del Monte is one of the most famous landmarks in all of Italy, but its origins and architecture are shrouded in mystery and legend. Delve into this fascinating history with this guided tour of Frederick II of Swabia’s enigmatic castle to take in the exterior and interior in less than two hours. Enjoy the personal attention of a private guide, with plenty of time to ask questions as you explore.

The guided tour of Giovinazzo begins in Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, the beating heart of the town, where the scenic Fontana dei Tritoni stands, created in 1933. From here, you enter the charming historic center, with its narrow streets and timeless atmosphere, until reaching the Arch of Trajan, an ancient gateway characterized by two elegant arches supported by milestones from the Via Traiana A short distance away stands the imposing Torre Aragonese, overlooking the picturesque harbor. Here, the sea takes center stage: fishing boats gently sway, the scent of salt fills the air, and reflections on the water create evocative plays of light The route continues towards the Ducal Palace, visible from the outside, where its grandeur and historical role can be appreciated. The tour concludes at the Cathedral of St. Maria Assunta, a fine example of 12th-century Apulian Romanesque architecture, with a luminous façade, rose window, and a three-aisled interior with columns and carved capitals

Sailing catamaran tour that will allow you to admire the historic center of Polignano a Mare with its caves, Lama Monachile with its characteristic Borbonico bridge. There is at least one stop that will allow you to swim and during which you can enjoy an aperitif of typical Apulian products.

This walking tour is absolutely amazing, like taking a stroll through a whimsical postcard come to life, where every trullo is more magical than the last! The streets are lined with little stone houses that look like they were plucked straight out of a child’s imagination, each one with a pointy hat (aka roof) that could rival any wizard’s. You’ll be so enchanted by the charm of Alberobello that you might start wondering if the town is secretly a giant set for a fairy tale—or if you’ve accidentally slipped into a land where even the houses know how to rock a good cone-shaped hat!

I make your tour unique by customizing it according to your preferences. I am a CERTIFIED tour guide in Puglia and Basilicata, a III level Sommelier AIS (Italian Sommelier Association) and food and wine tasting critic and I will personally accompany you to discover every single product, their combinations and their uniqueness.

There’s never been a better time to visit Matera, named the 2019 European Capital of Culture—and this tour makes the sightseeing logistics simple. Meet your guide in Bari and journey via comfortable minivan. Upon your arrival, you’ll visit Matera’s famous sassi (historical cave dwellings); discover centuries-old, rock-hewn churches; sample traditional local snacks, including bread, pastries, and wine; and drop by an artisanal ceramics workshop.

Don’t just see the best of Bari—head off the tourist trail and discover how locals really live on this immersive, personalized tour. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, meet your guide in the heart of the city, and set off on foot. You’ll discover the Old Town and highlights like its Basilica di San Nicola—and you’ll also talk with locals, watch pasta-making in action, tour local food markets, and much more.

Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day—and see some of southern Italy's greatest treasures—on this tour of Puglia and Basilicata. First, with just a small group for company, explore Matera, including the Sassi area, a complex of dramatic cave dwellings carved into the mountainside. Nearby, rock churches house 13th-century frescoes. Then it’s on to Alberobello to see the Trulli, an awe-inspiring collection of conical limestone dwellings.

Optimize your time in Bari and explore the city's culture and cuisine in a single tour on this biking excursion through the old town. Meet your guide and small group to explore the city's highlights on bike without getting footsore, plus stop to sample gourmet delicacies at a local bakery, brewery, deli, and more. Try specialties from ‘focaccia barese' to 'panzerotti' while learning about the culinary history and traditions of this coastal city.

Born and raised in Bari, tour operator with decades of experience but above all in love with my city whose history, traditions and artistic and architectural beauties I want to make known. This tour will take you to discover the city of Bari through its millennial and recent history: from its origins to the cult of San Nicola up to its urban expansion in a unique walk through the alleys, cathedrals, noble palaces, theaters and squares of the historic center, the French quarter and the monumental area.

This small-group adventure is the perfect way to check off some of the highlights of Puglia, without doing any research. After meeting in Bari, head off on an adventure that showcases the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Sassi of Matera, as well as filming locations from James Bond “No Time to Die”—such as Ponte Acquedotto. During the trip, enjoy free time for independent exploring, and benefit from the inclusion of onboard Wi-Fi.

This experience is much more than just a visit: an expert will transport you back in time, telling you the fascinating historical backgrounds related to this family of oil producers. Next, it will offer you an exciting lesson on the different types of extra virgin olive oil and the secrets to recognize its properties. You will listen to the unique characteristics of each Perniola extra virgin olive oil, letting yourself be captivated by the scents and flavors that intertwine in a real sensory riot. NB: Communicate any allergies and/or food intolerances in advance. The visit could be provided in two languages (Italian/English) due to the presence of visitors of different nationalities.

Choose the Boat Tour of the Caves of Polignano a Mare and be enchanted by the cliffs overlooking the sea and the crystal clear waters! During the excursion you will visit all the caves of Polignano, including the famous Grotta Palazzese and Grotta delle Rondinelle, along the coast to Cala Port’alga and Grotta degli Innamorati, passing through the Scoglio dell’Eremita. The tour includes an aperitif on board based on taralli and prosecco and offers the opportunity to stop for a dip in the bluest waters of the Polygnane coast. The departure is from the Port of San Vito, just 10 minutes by car from the center of Polignano; an optional transfer service is also available. With Pugliamare, the experience becomes a perfect combination of sea, relaxation and taste, for an unforgettable day between nature and Apulian flavors.

See the highlights of Bari on a rickshaw driven by a local guide. Visit the Basilica of Saint Nicholas, Bari Cathedral, Swabian Castle, the Fish Market, and other notable landmarks. Navigate the narrow streets of the old town and discover local history and culture. The tour concludes with a tasting of homemade Italian gelato.

Explore beyond Bari with a private half-day tour to the enchanting town of Matera in Basilicata. Get picked up at your hotel or the address of your choice in Bari and set out on a sightseeing excursion to the village of Matera, known for its striking cave dwellings. Join your guide for a walking tour focused on the history, culture, and food of Matera.

The coastal town of Trani sits on the shores of the Adriatic Sea in southern Italy, with a rich history dating back to the medieval era. On this private walking tour, discover top attractions including the 11th-century Trani Cathedral, the Trani Castle, and the Scolanova and Scola synagogues—with your guide on hand to shine a light on the city’s rich history and heritage. Explore the ancient Jewish quarter, and enjoy panoramic Adriatic Sea views.

Experience the thrill of scuba diving even if you don't have a diving certificate with this assisted introductory dive. Learn the basics of scuba gear and diving techniques and take your first plunge with the guidance of specialized instructors. Explore the crystalline waters off the Polignano a Mare coast, known for its rich marine life and colorful seabed, and then relax over drinks and snacks.