Top Bari Cultural Tours

Explore Puglia’s capital on this 2-hour bike tour that takes you through Bari’s maze-like old town and lesser-known neighborhoods outside the city center. Cover much more distance than walking to see highlights such as the San Sabino Cathedral, the Basilica di San Nicola, and the local fish market while your guide shares insight into the city’s heritage. Take in beautiful seaside views and stop for a tasting of delicious handmade ice cream.

With a private guide, visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day. First, explore Matera, including the Sassi area, a complex of 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 mortarless limestone dwellings, a prehistoric building technique still used in the region.

Discover Puglia’s diverse landscapes and rich heritage on this 4-day sightseeing and cooking experience. Stay overnight in a charming bed-and-breakfast in seaside Bari, venturing out each day with a professional guide to explore regional highlights like the distinctive Trulli architecture of Alberobello, Gargano National Park, the UNESCO-listed Shrine of Saint Michael and the mountain villages of Monti Dauni. Cap off the tour with a cooking class at the private home of a chef, where you’ll learn to prepare classic Puglian dishes using fresh local ingredients.

Hop on a bike to discover Bari’s history and sights from a different angle. On a 3-hour tour, you’ll pedal along the charming streets of Bari Old Town with a guide, and see its landmarks from above and below ground. Visit the Basilica of San Nicholas and crypt; admire an underground Roman wall; and check out historical exhibits at Swabian Castle, the Civic Museum of Bari, and more. The tour finishes with a homemade ice-cream tasting in Bari’s French Quarter.

Stroll through the streets of Bari, down narrow alleyways and off the beaten path without worrying about getting lost on this guided walking tour. Spend a few hours in the company of a guide who will fill you in on southern Italy's culture, traditions, history, and people. Toast your experience with a taste of homemade Italian gelato.

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.

Take a tour of the famous 'trulli' houses in Alberobello during this 3-hour tour from Bari. Learn about these unique structures, on UNESCO's World Heritage List, including the reasons for the cone-shaped buildings. Visit inside a 'trullo' to see what the inside looks like, and see a church inside one as well. Sample local sweets and liqueur.

Discover the highlights of Puglia on a private full-day tour from Bari. After a walking history tour of Bari’s old town, head inland to the medieval village of Aberobello, known for its distinctive prehistoric-style Trulli dwellings. Visit the ancient cave city at the Sassi of Matera, where homes and churches are carved directly to the rock in a complex stone labyrinth, and admire the World Heritage-listed Castel del Monte tucked into the Puglian hills. Throughout the day, enjoy the personalized attention of a private guide who can customize the tour based on your interests.

See Bari by rickshaw, and enjoy a fun take on a 3-hour historical tour of the city. As you relax, your guide drives the rickshaw around the city’s little-known corners and landmarks. Swing past the Basilica of St. Nicholas in Bari Old Town, and then travel to two of the city’s museums, which are decided on the day. Perhaps hop out to discover underground Roman walls in Il Succorpo della Cattedrale di Bari or walk among the art exhibitions of the Swabian Castle. As an extra bonus, a tasting of home-made Italian ice cream is included.

From the UNESCO-listed Castel del Monte to a number of medieval–era fortresses, Puglia offers an array of destination-worthy castles. Get out of Bari, and enjoy a direct passport to the sights, on this full-day tour. After pickup at your accommodation, you’ll visit the distinctive Castel del Monte before continuing up the coast to Bitonto, Bisceglie, Trani, and Barletta.

With this tour you will visit the most significant places of the old town through evocative landscapes, history, culture and legends. We will enter the Cathedral and the "Basilica of San Nicolas". Finally we will pass by a road where some women still make the "orecchiette".

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.

The option 2 includes only a tour guide outside the castle in an analysis not only historic of this but also of the surrounding area. In the option 1 with taste, in addition to the tour guide outside the castle, there will be also a visit to a vineyard of the area (5 km from the castle) where you will try the wine made by those grapes as well as some local products such as the "burrata" and the "taralli".

Private guided tour discovering the wonderful old town of Polignano a Mare, perched on a cliff overlooking the sea with its unforgettable panorama. We will stroll along the typical alleys of this suggestive village to know about its history and traditions.

Explore Bari at your own pace with this intriguing audio guide. Learn about the history of Bari as you stroll past sights including Teatro Petruzzelli and Basilica Di San Nicola. The audio guide includes a downloadable map to make navigating easy. Expect to see street musicians, charming piazzas, and historic landmarks during this self-led tour.

Make the most of your time in Bari, and travel around the city with ease, when you go on an introductory Segway tour. Meet your guide in the Old Town, grab your helmet and Segway, and explore the city’s major highlights, from the Basilica di San Nicola to the Castello Normanno-Svevo. You can also upgrade to couple your Segway tour with a traditional pasta-making class, or go on a street food-themed Segway tour, complete with numerous samples.

The Grotte di Castellana is a subterranean cave system hidden deep within the countryside outside Bari. On this adventurous half-day tour, reach Castellana with ease by minivan from Bari and delve deep underground to see the best of the cave system with your guide. Marvel at mighty stalactites and stalagmites, and learn the history of the caves—with round-trip travel from your Bari accommodation included.

Puglia is rich in UNESCO-listed cultural sights, delightful seaside towns, and excellent food and wine—but the logistics of organizing a multi-day trip can be daunting. With this tour, see the highlights of the region in just a few days without the hassle of arranging accommodations or transportation. Take in the historic towns of Otranto and Matera, the Castel del Monte castle, the fishing villages of Polignano al Mare and Monopoli, and more.

Private walking tour in Trani with a licensed tour guide that will lead you to discover the beauties of "the pearl of the Adriatic sea"

Capital of Puglia, Bari boasts the presence of the Basilica of San Nicola, an important example of Apulian Romanesque architecture. This church is included amongst the most important places of worship in the world, where Catholic and Orthodox worship blend together. You will visit the old town (including the fish market, both Ferrarese and Mercantile squares, the Ancient wall "la Muraglia", the Basilica of Saint Nicholaus, the Cathedral, the Norman-Swabian Castle and walk down the alleys up to the "pasta" street"). You will stop in different locations to taste our most popular street food ( "focaccia", "popizze" and "sgagliozze"). It's possible to personalize this tour by sending us a request or to choose a different meeting point in Bari.

Whether you are a couple on a romantic holiday or a group of friends searching for adventures, we’ll be happy to organize a private tour just for you! You will learn about the history of this city, diving into its fragrances and flavors while your eyes will wander aimlessly among the narrow alleys of Bari Vecchia – the old town – and the Murat district. Let us organize your visit in Bari – one of the liveliest cities in Southern Italy – with a tailor-made tour based on your needs and preferences. And if you are food lovers we are happy to design itineraries based on food and wine tasting!

A suggestive approach to the archeology of the city of Bari, to the discovery of some museum excavations. An itinerary that connects the "new city", with the projects of building thinning of the early 1900s, to the "old" one that hides hidden treasures inside.

Puglia is rich in historic and cultural treasures, and known for its dazzling coastline and superb cuisine. With this multi-day tour, take in the best of the region without the hassle of travel planning. Arrive in Bari via high-speed train from Rome and visit highlights like the UNESCO-listed towns of Alberobello and Matera, the baroque jewel of Lecce, and the whitewashed villages of Locorotondo and Ostuni.

If you are in trani and you want to explore the surrounding area, this is the tour for you. We will show you the city of Trani, the famous octagonal castle Castel del monte and the city of Barletta, an authentic discovery. You will taste the typical products of this part of Puglia such as the extra virgin olive oil of the variety "cultivar coratina", the "confetti" sugared almonds and the delicious burrata cheese from Andria.

hello!! this tour is FANTASTIC.. includes: pick up drop off, accomodation 1 night, sightseeing tour of Polignano a Mare and BOAT-ride tour !! ENJOY!! (please specify the point of pick up 1day )

on this TOUR travelers can be transportated into the mediterranean history! caves, grottoes where first mediterranean culture lived and start the civilization of the area, greeks, romans, bizanthine etc. ENJOY!!!!!

The port city of Bari has a delightful old town thick with historic churches, charming squares, and local women making traditional “orecchiette” pasta along the narrow lanes. With this walking tour, discover the highlights of the city in just hours. Take in sights like the Basilica di San Nicola and Piazza del Ferrarese with a guide to learn about their history and end with a stroll along the seafront promenade.

Combine history and food on this two-part adventure that takes you into a local’s home. First, take a rickshaw tour of Bari with a local guide. Visit theaters, Basilica of Saint Nicholas, Swabian Castle, and other notable landmarks. Then join a local to make homemade orecchiette in her home. The tour concludes with a tasting of homemade gelato.

Enjoy Matera, one of the world's oldest towns dating back to the Paleolithic times. Explore this complex and beautiful network of caves, churches carved entirely out of the rock and narrow streets on foot to best experience this wonderful ancient town. During the walking tour which lasts approx. 2 hours, our professional guide will show you the Sasso Caveoso area, the most fascinating part of the old town, named “Sassi”. The itinerary includes a visit to a cave-like house recently opened to the public, and to ancient cave churches and cisterns. A really unique and suggestive experience. --- >> CHECK THE DEPARTURE & RETURN SECTION BELOW FOR TRANSFER INFORMATION !!! Following the complications of the coronavirus epidemic, private transport in a 7, 9 minivan or minibus (3 - 7 PAX) will be provided by an external company affiliated with us. The transfer service can be paid directly on site or online after the booking. NO EXTRA FEE FOR 1 - 2 PAX.

Every visit or itinerary is organized with extreme professionalism and accuracy by the staff that accompanies groups of visitors on an unforgettable journey to discover local beauties.

With its jumble of ancient rupestrian homes and churches, Matera is one of the most unique towns in Italy. Avoid the hassle of coordinating train and bus schedules with this driving tour from Bari. Visit the town’s highlights with a guide to learn about the history of the “Sassi di Matera” and see how the town’s residents once lived at the Casa Grotta Museum.

this tour start 9am from the accomodation of customers, and will be rich in culture and visiting the extraordinary Matera! into it is offered a WONDERFUL DELICIOUS typical lunch!! in pugliese ! and of course WINE included! transport included, visit of SASSI di Matera included! drop off to customer hotel too enjoy!!

With our walking tour at the Castel del Monte you will visit it with a local guide who will reveal the secrets of the place and tell you about the life of Federico II, the Emperor and the holy Roman empire.

Scopri con noi una delle più belle città di Puglia non ancora sfruttate dal turismo di massa e capace di mostrare tuttora il suo volto genuino, con i suoi monumenti, i suoi scorci indimenticabili e la sua gente accogliente. Un tour dinamico, informale e ricco di informazioni non solo per ciò che riguarda le bellezze artistiche della città della Disfida ma anche per quanto concerne le sue tradizioni, il suo dialetto e i mille aneddoti e leggende popolari. Il tour è disponibile in italiano ed in inglese e si tiene con un minimo di 2 partecipanti. Punto di partenza fissato al piazzale d'ingresso del Castello. Orari e disponibilità potrebbero variare in caso di forte maltempo.

An unforgettable travel experience between culture and relax. Leave behind the every day life and dive yourself in an heaven of peace. From your wonderful 4* village on the Ionian cost discover with this private services some of the most beautiful Location in Apulia and Basilicata

A 5 days private tour through the most beautiful destinations of Puglia and Basilicata, visiting Bari, Alberobello, Matera, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Polignano

Choosing our walking tour you will visit Ostuni in the company of a local tour guide who will take you to discover the most beautiful places and let you taste the best special coffee in the city.

Skip the stress of the bus and train and instead visit the delightful conical “trulli” in Alberobello with this tour via minivan from Bari. Explore the UNESCO-listed old town with a guide to learn about its unique history and architecture, taking in two historic districts and trullo Church of St. Anthony. Time-saving transportation means you’ll have time on your own to explore, shop, and dine before returning to Bari.

Do you enjoy an intriguing local secret? Local entrepreneur and avid traveller Vincenzo created this self-guided discovery walk to feed your curiosity. Look around for clues to solve location-based questions and discover stories of churches and historical quirks. Along the way, you’ll pass by the highest point in town and visit a curious salmon-coloured building. When you’ve worked up an appetite, you’ll get a local recommendation for the tastiest regional treats. This playful walk across Bari’s Old Town sharpens your senses and encourages you to appreciate the most wonderful – and often hidden – details around you. Whether you know Bari or just start exploring here, this experience gives you a perspective on discovery that will inspire your curiosity wherever you go next. You can fully enjoy this experience of connecting with the city while staying in your own group.

The breathtaking landscape of a road that, passing through the Alta Murgia National Park, arrives first in Altamura and then in Matera. The opportunity to visit, on the same day, two places in Southern Italy declared World Heritage Site, conveniently accompanied and guided by an official guide.