Top Bari Walking Tours - page 3

Skip the crowds and discover the timeless charm of Trani on this private walking tour for three. With its azure seas and white-washed buildings, your guide will take you around the Italian town at a pace that works for you. Visit the Romanesque Cathedral (own expense) and spend time strolling around the seafood stalls, tucking into fresh fish dishes as you overlook the harbor.

This tour helps you save time and tick off two UNESCO World Heritage sites in a day—the Sassi of Matera and the Trulli of Alberobello in Apulia. With transportation included from Bari, there’s no need to figure out local public bus timetable. During the tour, enjoy the perk of having a guide to accompany you and show you around, with plenty of great photo opportunities to enjoy.

This is your opportunity to choose and use ingredients that you’ve never been brave enough to cook with before. At this cookery workshop in Bari, visit a local market and choose the fresh ingredients you’d like to use—including meat, fish and vegetables. Then, take your finds back to the kitchen workshop in an authentic Italian home, and learn how to cook traditional Italian dishes with them.

We warmly invite you to join us on a private tour of Lecce and Brindisi, where history and natural beauty come together in perfect harmony. Discover Lecce’s exquisite Baroque architecture, ancient ruins, and charming streets, followed by a visit to Brindisi’s stunning coastline, historic cathedral, and archeological site with the Trajan roman road and roman columns close to Virgil's home. Enjoy a personalized, relaxed experience crafted just for you. Kindly book your unforgettable journey through the heart of Puglia with us. We look forward to welcoming you.

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

UNESCO-listed Castel del Monte is one of the most striking attractions in Puglia. Delve into the history and symbolism of this enigmatic octagonal caste built by Frederick II with this guided tour that includes time-saving admission tickets. Admire the castle inside and out while learning about its unique architecture and taking in views over the Murgia National Park and coastline from its hilltop perch.

Enjoy an unforgettable experience between three authentic jewels of southern Italy : Bari, its capital, Matera, the famous "City of Stones," a UNESCO Site, and Altamura, renowned for its DOP bread and Swabian cathedral. Accompanied by an expert guide, you'll begin your journey in Altamura, a city with medieval roots and the beating heart of the Alta Murgia. You'll visit the magnificent Cathedral of Frederick II, strolling through the narrow streets of the historic center. You'll also stop at a traditional bakery to taste the famous Altamura Bread. In the afternoon, the tour continues to Matera, where you'll immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Sassi, ancient dwellings carved into the limestone rock. You'll discover how the city, once a symbol of poverty, has been reborn as a film set and the 2019 European Capital of Culture.

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.

This tour takes you to discover two of the most famous UNESCO sites in Puglia and Basilicata. The only thing you will have to worry about is taking your camera with you: we will take care of the rest. During the guided tours, you will be accompanied by professional and reliable guides, while our driver will be waiting for you comfortably at the end of each experience. For private tours, we guarantee a complete service: we will pick you up and take you directly back to your hotel, for a worry-free experience, full of comfort and discovery.

Private guided tour discovering the wonderful old town of Polignano a Mare, perched on a cliff overlooking the sea with a breathtaking panorama. We will stroll along the picturesque alleys of the historical center to know about its history and traditions. A tasty treat is reserved for you in the end: a typical "caffè speciale/ special coffee" made in Polignano or a delicious artisanal gelato.

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.

Walk your way through the Italian city of Altamura on this 2-hour private tour hosted by a guide specializing in Altamura’s medieval history. Pass through the ancient city gates, explore medieval streets dating back to the days of the Roman Empire, and visit the churches of St. Blaise and St. Nicholas. Plus, follow your nose through the Old Town to a local bakery, where you'll sample focaccia bread.

Explore the history-rich streets of Bari with your own group and guide on a private tour of the city. You’ll make your way through the narrow alleys and lanes of the Old Town to visit landmarks such as the Basilica of St. Nicholas and the grand Bari Cathedral. Listen to stories about Puglia as you stroll, and savor samples of the local food around the city including panzerotti and focaccia barese.

Bari is is a city filled with old and new: historic bastions, holy relics and cathedrals are mixing with the large boulevards and crazy nightlife. Although its rivalry with Lecce is infamous, and the city has its undisputed points: the cultural cocktail of nations and races, the lively and young atmosphere, the incredible food scene and a vibe like no other. Come and join our private walking tour and experience first hand the best this city has to offer: Basilica di San Nicola with the holy remains of St. Nicholas (also known as SantaKlaus); Svevo Castello and its Norman towers from the 12th century; Piazza Mercantile and its infamous Colonna della Giustizia, the place where debtors used to be tied and whipped in public; and many more. You will learn about: The history of the city The Byzantines, the Normans and their ancestry The legend of St Nicholas The rivalry between Lecce and Bari The daily life in the city The development of Svevo Castle The public punishments of Medieval Ages

A visit to the Vatican Museums and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel is a must when in Rome but the shuffling hordes can spoil the experience. This tour gets you in at a less busy time, on a Friday evening, with a private guide to escort you to highlights including Bernini sculptures, Raphael frescoes and the chapel itself. For ease, travel in style with private door-to-door transfers and enjoy skip-the-line access too.

Learn how to whip up authentic pasta and tiramisù like a real Italian “mamma” with this hands-on cooking class in a local home in Bari. Join your host in her kitchen to break the ice with a glass of Prosecco and snacks, then get to work rolling and shaping two types of pasta and assembling a perfect tiramisù. Sample your handiwork during a celebratory tasting to end the class.

Immersed in the Alta Murgia National Park, walking here one has the sensation of being in a large open space in which one can wander with one's gaze towards infinite horizons characterized by the pungent smells of mint and wild thyme in the intense green of the wheat fields or rocky pastures among the evident yellow of the ferula, meeting orchids and birds of prey. In this land, emperors, peasants, shepherds, woodsmen, together with the climate, have made the landscape and its culture unique. On the way we will meet stupendous farmhouses, we will cross oak woods, along the ancient sheep tracks of transhumance we will discover jazzi and post offices, we will travel along panoramic mule tracks and among the wheat fields we will admire large haystacks and ancient cisterns. On the hills, flocks of sheep will blend in with the characteristic sharp rocks that give this area its name. We will reach the octagonal stone crown isolated on a hill at 540 meters above sea level. from where a vast panorama is dominated.

This exclusive tour offers a unique opportunity to explore three of Puglia’s most iconic cities, each with its own rich history and charm. Wander through Bari’s historic streets, visit Trani’s stunning cathedral by the sea, and immerse yourself in the medieval beauty of Barletta with its impressive castle and landmarks. Our expert guide will bring these cities to life, providing fascinating insights into their past and culture. This unforgettable journey, filled with history, beauty, and local traditions, is a must for those seeking an authentic experience in Puglia. Book now for a personalized, immersive adventure!

Bypass the crowds of tourists, and venture to one of Puglia’s most evocative destinations, on this private walking tour of Conversano. Located less than an hour by car from Bari, the ancient town offers a glimpse into Puglia’s millennia of history. Meet your guide at a convenient starting point, and set off. You’ll see Conversano’s medieval castle, will visit its Romanesque cathedral, will admire the Monastery of San Benedetto, and more.

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.

Immersed in the Alta Murgia National Park, walking here one has the sensation of being in a large open space in which one can wander with one's gaze towards infinite horizons characterized by the pungent smells of mint and wild thyme in the intense green of the wheat fields or rocky pastures among the evident yellow of the ferula, meeting orchids and birds of prey. In this land, emperors, peasants, shepherds, woodsmen, together with the climate, have made the landscape and its culture unique. On the way we will meet stupendous farmhouses, we will cross oak woods, along the ancient sheep tracks of transhumance we will discover jazzi and post offices, we will travel along panoramic mule tracks and among the wheat fields we will admire large haystacks and ancient cisterns. On the hills, flocks of sheep will blend in with the characteristic sharp rocks that give this area its name. We will reach the octagonal stone crown isolated on a hill at 540 meters above sea level. from where a vast panorama is dominated.

Explore the charming village of Cisternino with a private guide during this walking tour. See a traditional Puglian village including its historic landmarks such as the Church of San Nicola and a Norman tower dating back to the 11th century. Admire views over the Itria Valley and get lost in the narrow alleys of the old town. Get individual advice for where to eat and drink in Cisternino from your private guide.

Puglia's coastal walks tend to deliver scenery alone, but this one along the Le Matinelle path near Trani also checks off several points of natural and historical interest. Hike along a cliffside trail that passes sandstone walls where bee-eaters (a colorful species of bird) nest in late spring, pause in the Le Conche pine forest to spot dinosaur footprints, and end at Torre Olivieri, a 16th-century watchtower above the Adriatic.

Venture back to the days of gory Roman military battles during this immersive guided tour through the Canne della Battaglia, site of the Second Punic War. Learn the stories behind the ruins and the secrets behind Hannibal’s deadly campaign, which killed 55,000 troops. Perfect for ancient history-buffs, the archaeological tour also includes stops at an on-site necropolis and a rare pre-Roman clay pot collection.