Bari: Guided Tour of the Old Town

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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
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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

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

Free Cancellation

April 28100% refund

April 29No refund

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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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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