Old Bari: history, faith and traditions by the sea
Among Romanesque monuments, seaside alleys and places linked to the cult of San Nicola
Discover Old Bari by strolling among medieval walls, Romanesque churches and alleys full of life. Visit the Basilica of San Nicola and let yourself be won over by the most authentic traditions of the city.
Experience available throughout the year, exclusively on reservation. Times may vary according to the opening of the churches and religious celebrations.
The route of the Old Bari excursion
- Arrival in Bari and meeting with the guide
- Departure from Piazza del Ferrarese
- Observation of the Teatro Margherita
- Walk along the ancient walls
- Panoramic stop at the Fortino di Sant'Antonio
- View of the Adriatic Sea and the port
- Entry into the labyrinth of Old Bari
- Walk among courtyards, arches and votive niches
- Visit to the Basilica of San Nicola
- Descent into the crypt, if accessible
- Account of the translation of the saint's relics
- In-depth look at the relationship between East and West
- Visit to the Cathedral of San Sabino
- Observation of Apulian Romanesque architecture
- Passage near the Norman-Swabian Castle
- Account of the transformations of the fortress
- Walk along the orecchiette street
- Observation of the preparation of fresh pasta
- Possible tasting of focaccia or panzerotti
- Free time in the historic centre
- Conclusion of the excursion
What the excursion may include
- Licensed tourist guide service
- Guided walk in the old town
- Visit to the Basilica of San Nicola
- Visit to the Cathedral of San Sabino
- Account of the Norman-Swabian Castle
- Route along the walls and the Fortino di Sant'Antonio
- Walk along the orecchiette street
- In-depth look at the popular traditions of Bari
- Possibility to add a tasting of focaccia
- Possibility to add a tasting of panzerotti
- Possibility to add a fish lunch
- Possibility to request transport from Altamura
- Possibility to request the visit in a foreign language
Useful information
- Recommended duration: about 2 hours and 30 minutes
- Duration with gastronomic experience: about 3 hours
- Price of the excursion: on request
- The fee varies according to the number of participants
- Admission to the monuments is not included, unless otherwise indicated
- Access to the Basilica is subject to the times of celebrations
- The crypt may not be accessible during religious services
- Access to the Cathedral is subject to opening hours
- The internal visit to the Swabian Castle must be requested separately
- The relevant ticket is not included
- The transfer from Altamura is not included
- Bari can be reached by your own vehicle
- An authorised transport can be requested
- The cost of transport is calculated separately
- The group's drop-off point must be agreed
- The historic centre is mainly pedestrian
- The excursion takes place on foot
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
- The route may be modified on the occasion of events or celebrations
- The tastings are not included, unless indicated in the quote
- Allergies and intolerances must be communicated in advance
- Foreign languages are available on request
- Payment and cancellation conditions are indicated in the quote
