Bari Walk Through History


2 to 3 hours
Free cancellation
1 - 10
Mobile ticket

Overview

Born and raised in Bari, tour operator with decades of experience but above all in love with my city whose history, traditions and artistic and architectural beauties I want to make known. This tour will take you to discover the city of Bari through its millennial and recent history: from its origins to the cult of San Nicola up to its urban expansion in a unique walk through the alleys, cathedrals, noble palaces, theaters and squares of the historic center, the French quarter and the monumental area.

Inclusions

  • typical tasting on request

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Basilica San Nicola, Largo Abate Elia 13, 70122, Bari Italy

Internal visit of the Catholic Christian Basilica and its Orthodox Crypt.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Cattedrale di San Sabino, Piazza Odegitria, Bari Italy

Internal visit of the Cathedral and its Crypt.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Teatro Petruzzelli, Corso Cavour 12, 70121, Bari Italy

External view of the Theater and info on visits.

Pass By: Palazzo dell'Acquedotto Pugliese, Via Salvatore Cognetti 36, 70121, Bari Italy

External view of the Palazzo dell'Acquedotto and info on visiting hours.

Stop At: Quartiere Umbertino - Madonnella, Via De Giosa, 70121, Bari Italy

Walk in the Madonnella district to admire its elegant Liberty architecture from the early 1900s.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Citta Vecchia - Bari, 70100, Bari Italy

Walk through the alleys of the historic center, among architectures, legends, customs and the meeting with the local people.

Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Castello Normanno Svevo, Piazza Federico II di Svevia 4, 70122, Bari Italy

External view of the Castle and information on internal visit times.

Stop At: Strada delle Orecchiette, Via Arco Basso Arco Basso, 70122, Bari Italy

Visit of the famous Arco Basso street where you can admire the ladies preparing the typical fresh pasta of Bari.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Lungomare e Murat, Lungomare Nazario Sauro, Bari Italy

Walk between the French Murat quarter and the monumental area with its seafront, to discover the famous theatres, late 19th century Art Nouveau architecture and panoramic points where you can take pictures.

Duration: 30 minutes

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Nicholas M
August 2023

Francesco, our guide, gave us a three dimensional tour of Bari, a city he grew up in and knows very well. He was well informed and knowledgeable and gave us a personal view of the city’s history, culture and food. He was friendly, charming and spoke excellent English. We found him to be very enga...

SheltonMcBride
October 2023

Francesco is the best. We toured Bari by foot in the morning and drove by car to Polignano a Mare, Alberbello, and Locorotondo in the afternoon. Francesco is very mindful of your time, your desired goals, and your comfort. He is a native of the area and knows the history. He is very efficient...

laurapX1800LY
October 2023

Francesco is an excellent guide. He is passionate and very knowledgeable about the history of Bari. His tour is both fun and educational.

Gloria_D
October 2023

Francesco was a wonderful guide! He should us Bari from the local viewpoint and made us feel like we were local too. The experience of seeing Bari through the eyes of a local was priceless! We definitely recommend this tour!

jjane5
September 2023

Francesco was a really knowledgable guide who made the walk a lot of fun. We ambled through the while of Bari not just the old town and he knew so much. I would thoroughly recommend this tour to anyone coming to Bari who wants to get a really good overview and insight into the city.

Escape24590
June 2023

We recently took a vacation to the Puglia Region in Italy. We booked a private tour of Bari with Francesco (3 Hour Guided Walking Tour in the Historic Centre of Bari/ by Apulia Escapes). It was a three hour walking tour of the city. The tour was absolutely amazing! Francesco, is so passionate...

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