Bari Underground with archaeologist

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Bari, Italy

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Admission ticket for 2 museum areas
Archaeological guide

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Velo Service
Via Vallisa, 81, 70122 Bari BA, Italy
VELO SERVICE STORE Bike Rental & Guided Tour

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.11:00 am

Itinerary

Palazzo Simi - Centro Operativo per l’Archeologia

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Il Succorpo della Cattedrale di Bari

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Museo Archeologico di Santa Scolastica

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Basilica San Nicola

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Castello Normanno Svevo (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
The activity may change if the minimum number of participants is not reached or in case of adverse weather conditions. Please also note that the tour may be bilingual, depending on the composition of the group.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 21 reviews

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Jayna_M, May 2026

We had a wonderful tour with Vivianna. She was very informative and knowledgeable. She also gave us a great recommendation for lunch

Response from Host, May 2026

Dear Jayna, Thank you very much for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear that you had a wonderful tour with Viviana and enjoyed her knowledge and insights throughout the experience. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you again soon!

Great tour

AMANDACLAIR_G, May 2026

The archaeological tour was unavailable for the date I booked and as I didn’t have other times available they swapped it for the city walking tour and food tour. Our guide Ana was super friendly and very knowledgeable and informative and the whole experience was great! I felt that I learned a lot about Bari and each of the sites and the food included was delicious, great quality and ample Would definitely recommend!

Response from Host, May 2026

Dear Armand, Thank you so much for your kind review and understanding regarding the tour change! We’re very happy that you still had a great experience discovering Bari with Ana. She will be delighted to know you appreciated her friendliness and knowledge. We’re also glad you enjoyed the food tour and tasted some delicious local specialties along the way. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again soon in Bari!

Vivianna was a wonderful tour guide

Mary_B, May 2026

Vivianna was super knowledgeable of the history of Bari. She brought us to places and shared many facts that we otherwise would not have known about the area

Response from Host, May 2026

Dear Mary, Thank you so much! We’re happy Vivianna could share the history and hidden gems of Bari with you in such a special way. Hope to see you again soon!

See the history below the streets

Howard_B, May 2026

A very interesting tour of the underground to see and experience the different levels of civilization that has occurred over the years in Bari. Tour guide Chiara was super nice and knowledgeable

Response from Host, May 2026

Dear Howard, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted you enjoyed discovering the underground history of Bari and experiencing its different layers of civilization. Chiara will be very happy to hear your kind words about her tour! Hope to welcome you again soon.

History lovers: this is what you are looking for.

Oscar_V, Mar 2026

If you love history, art and culture, you cannot miss this tour. You will explore the main attractions of the old town and literally go down under the surface. Our guide Viviana was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and a joy to spend your time with. Highly recommended!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you so much, Oscar 😊 We’re really happy you enjoyed the tour and the unique experience of exploring beneath the surface of the old town. Viviana will be delighted to hear your kind words. Her knowledge and enthusiasm truly make the difference. Thank you for your recommendation and we hope to see you again soon.

Chiara, the archeologist, Rocks!

Brian_H, Dec 2025

Chiara was professional, excellent, and fun. Her wide ranging knowledge spanned both history and archeology while giving us a glimpse into the cultural practices that made Bari special. The tour was lively, interactive and accommodated some of our timing needs. Thanks, Chiara- you rocked!

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you, Brian, for your fantastic feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Chiara made the tour both professional and fun, and that her broad knowledge of history, archaeology, and local culture helped make Bari feel truly special. It’s great to know the experience was lively, interactive, and flexible to your timing needs. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Chiara, she’ll be thrilled! Thank you again, and we hope to welcome you back to Bari soon.

Knowledgeable friendly guide

kristin_r, Oct 2025

Deep dive of Bari history told through underground history. Up close view of original frescos and architecture found under beautiful sites in historic Bari. Guide did a great job of story telling and gave excellent recommendations as I continued my afternoon.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you so much! We're so glad you enjoyed discovering Bari's hidden history with us. Hope to see you again soon! 🩷🏛️

Wow! Archeology is fascinating!!

Laurie_F, Oct 2025

It was wonderful. The tour guide was very awesome! She was a native of Bari, this was great!!! And an archeologist also educated locally at university! She told us SO much and easily answered every question anyone had!! I’d love to have her as my guide again!!!!

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you so much for your lovely words we’re so happy you enjoyed the tour and your time with our amazing guide 💛

Chairs was an excellent...

Julia_M, Sep 2025

Chairs was an excellent guide! Full of information and had answers to all our questions. We really enjoyed all the local history.

Chiara & Viviana were...

AnnMarie_P, Jul 2025

Chiara & Viviana were incredibly friendly & knowledgeable. Chiara has a very cute sense of humor, it certainly was an added delight to the tour! We enjoyed the experience because they were a great team & work together so well!