Bari: Guided Tour of the Old Town | 2 hours

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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English, Italian
  • Traditional "focaccia" or homemade gelato at the end of the tour
  • Specialized Tour guide
  • Tips
  • Entry ticket to Norman Castle
  • Entry ticket to the Cathedral

Overview

Join a guided walking tour of Bari Vecchia and uncover the hidden treasures of the San Nicola District. This medieval neighborhood, set on a peninsula, features 29 historic churches and countless stories waiting to be discovered. Starting at Piazza Ferrarese, we’ll explore the vibrant Piazza Mercantile and visit the Basilica of San Nicola, a revered pilgrimage site and a symbol of unity among Christian faiths. Discover the Catedral of San Sabino and the imposing Svevo Castle. Step into the Marnarid shop, a living relic from 1866, to experience Bari’s culinary heritage. On Arco Basso Street, meet the women crafting fresh orecchiette pasta by hand—a tradition so iconic it’s celebrated by global brands like Dolce & Gabbana. End your tour with Bari’s famous focaccia or artisanal gelato, a delicious conclusion to an unforgettable experience.

Meeting points

Meeting point Strada Vallisa 81 a Bari Vecchia

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Bari

    Meet your guide and group fellows at our headquarters in Strada Vallisa 81 in Bari Vecchia.

    10 minutes

  • Piazza del Ferrarese

    Start your guided tour from the square at the border of the medieval district and one of the Bari ports. From here, you will walk up to Piazza Mercantile.

    20 minutes

  • Piazza Mercantile

    Once in the heart of Bari's "dolce vita", you will enter the Nicolaian district, where the majestic Basilica of San Nicola stands.

    10 minutes

  • Basilica San Nicola

    Enjoy the visit to the marvelous Basilic of San Nicola - an important pilgrimage site, especially following the fall of communist regimes.

    20 minutes

  • Cattedrale di San Sabino

    Our next stop is the monumental Cathedral of San Sabino, where you can admire the highest bell tower in Bari. The historic "Marnarid" grocery store - active since 1866 - is another pit stop near the Cathedral that will let you step back in time.

    15 minutes

  • Castello Normanno Svevo

    Afterward, the walk takes you to the impressive Norman-Swabian Castle, a medieval fortress that offers a fascinating look into history, for a panoramic visit.

    20 minutes

  • Strada delle Orecchiette

    Just in front of the Castle, crossing the arch named "Strada Arco Basso", you will enter the most well-known streets in Bari. Here, you will observe the authentic life bustling through the alleys, while the smiling and experienced women are creating homemade traditional pasta named "orecchiette".

    15 minutes

  • N/A

    Treat yourself to the traditional "focaccia" that will be offered to you at the end of the tour. If the focaccia is not available for any reason, you will be pampered with the homemade gelato.

    10 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Shared tour. This experience will be shared with other guests

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Fun tour with bedt focaccia in Bari

Published on Oct, 2023

The most memorable part of the tour was tasting the wonderful focaccia. Our guide showed us the historic parts as well as the food and pasta making laneway. Very enjoyable. Our guide did so well explaining everything in both English and Italian.

Walking tour old town Bari

Published on Oct, 2023

The guide, the story, the view, the place : st Nicolas, basilica , norman castle, the food pasta n wine . Best... Thanks to Alesia.( Our guide at velo bike Strada valissa 81). Awesome tour. Love it.

Loved it

Published on Aug, 2023

Great walking tour. We were able to leave our bags at the office. Guide was very knowledgeable and friendly

Well worth it.

Published on Aug, 2023

Our guide was great. She was fun and very knowledgeable. I really enjoyed this walk of such a beautiful town Also the unexpected foccacia

Good Tour thru Bari

Published on Jul, 2023

Giada was a wonderful guide. It was easy biking through Bari Vecchio and learning about its most important sites. Highly recommend

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