Top Bari Historical 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.

ready for visit some important and beautiful cities of Puglia?  start at 9,30 am from your accomodation, we will move to visit Bari (visit of Saint nicholas church included the Crypt unesco, narrow streets, and beautiful sceneries!) and some of the most important spots of (Bari vecchia)!! transport to the TRULLI capital Alberobello (visit includes inside a cone shape house typical of Puglia (trullo), history of the trulli, folks etc. history and folks also about people and lifestyle! transport to Matera !! visit of the historical center of the city listed UNESCO (SASSI Di Matera) !! (capital of european culture for 2019) itinerary: first stop (balcony of Matera on the top for to pick the best pictures! then continue to entry into the SASSI ..exploring of this very ancient town 25.000 years old! itinerary for walking! back to accomodation; Enjoy!!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

During the BARI WALKING TOUR you will visit the main atractions of the old town like the Basilica of Saint Nicholas, the Fresh Pasta street, the Cathedral, the norman Castle, the narrow streets, the fish market and the warm local people.

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.

WITH THIS TOUR YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE THE BEST OF PUGLIA IN A SINGLE TOUR. THE GUIDE THAT WILL ACCOMPANY YOU 'SPIEGHERA AND WILL TAKE YOU TO TRY ALSO THE TRADITIONS OF THE VISITED PLACES.

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".

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.

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.

From historic winery to wine museum Guided tour and tasting in the cave of wines and local products (focaccia, bread, taralli, cheese and dairy products) - PAPAVERO \ Duration: 60 min \ Wines to taste: 1 - TARASSACO \ Duration: 60 min \ Wines to taste: 2 - VILUCCHIO \ Duration: 60 min \ Wines for tasting: 3 - RADICCHIELLA ROSEA "A tour in the vineyard between history, tradition and respect for nature" \ Duration: 120 min \ Wines to taste: 3

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.

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.

The best way to visit in only 5 days the top attractions of Puglia and Basilicata such as Bari, Alberobello, Matera, Lecce, Ostuni, Trani and Castel del Monte. This tour is in sharing in a small group of max 8 people and it starts every tuesday and saturday.

The “trulli” town of Alberobello is one of the highlights of Puglia, but the historic center can be overrun during midday. With this tour, enjoy an afternoon walking tour when most of the crowds have left and meet a local couple in their traditional whitewashed “trullo” home. End your visit with a tasting of Puglian wines and delicacies at a nearby shop also set in one of these captivating conical dwellings.

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".

The city fortifications are the protagonists of this itinerary. From the implantation of the megalithic walls at the Bastion of Santa Scolastica, to the demolition of the city defenses by Murat who started the chessboard work of the new city. Bari, its defenses, its history.