Tour of the fortifications of Bari: the defenses of the city and their history
Overview
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.
Inclusions
- Certified guide with specialization in archeology and cultural heritage
- Interpreter specialized in your language
- Quick access to sites to visit
- Entrance ticket to the Castle
- Entry/Admission - Castello Normanno Svevo
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Castello Normanno Svevo, Piazza Federico II di Svevia 4, 70122, Bari Italy
Complete visit of the Norman-Swabian Castle and the Gipsoteca, housed inside, where you can admire 130 models that portray the masterpieces of the Apulian Romanesque. Capitals, shelves, statues and architectural details faithfully reproduced in 1911 by the sculptors Pasquale Duretti and Mario Sabatelli. The price includes the entrance ticket to the Castle.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Strada delle Orecchiette, Via Arco Basso Arco Basso, 70122, Bari Italy
Once out of the Castle, we reach the alley of the Arco Basso, where real "street artists" from the Bari cuisine sit, one after the other, modeling the "orecchiette" (typical pasta) with their quick hands .
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Cattedrale di San Sabino, Piazza Odegitria, Bari Italy
Visit the exterior of the Cathedral, history and architecture.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Basilica San Nicola, Largo Abate Elia 13, 70122, Bari Italy
History of the Byzantine Citadel and St. Nicholas, with a view of the Basilica (external)
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Muraglia di Bari Vecchia, Via Venezia, 70122, Bari Italy
Walk on the Wall of Bari Vecchia (Via Venezia) with a panoramic view of the city and some bastions.
Stop At: Fortino S. Antonio, Via Venezia Lungomare Imperatore, Bari Italy
Located in front of the old port, it is one of the four ramparts that marked the walls of Bari until the nineteenth century and represents the highest point of the old city from which it is possible to embrace the traces of the medieval walls behind the Imperatore waterfront. Augusto (left) and the profile of the waterfront dating back to the first half of the 20th century (right).
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Piazza del Ferrarese, Bari Italy
History of the Piazza, known in the past as Piazzetta d’armi, obtained where the Sea Gate stood. Today it represents the dynamic point of connection between the historic center and the Muratian village of the city.
Duration: 10 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Castello Normanno Svevo, Piazza Federico II di Svevia 4, 70122, Bari Italy
Complete visit of the Norman-Swabian Castle and the Gipsoteca, housed inside, where you can admire 130 models that portray the masterpieces of the Apulian Romanesque. Capitals, shelves, statues and architectural details faithfully reproduced in 1911 by the sculptors Pasquale Duretti and Mario Sabatelli. The price includes the entrance ticket to the Castle.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Strada delle Orecchiette, Via Arco Basso Arco Basso, 70122, Bari Italy
Once out of the Castle, we reach the alley of the Arco Basso, where real "street artists" from the Bari cuisine sit, one after the other, modeling the "orecchiette" (typical pasta) with their quick hands .
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Cattedrale di San Sabino, Piazza Odegitria, Bari Italy
Visit the exterior of the Cathedral, history and architecture.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Basilica San Nicola, Largo Abate Elia 13, 70122, Bari Italy
History of the Byzantine Citadel and St. Nicholas, with a view of the Basilica (external)
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Muraglia di Bari Vecchia, Via Venezia, 70122, Bari Italy
Walk on the Wall of Bari Vecchia (Via Venezia) with a panoramic view of the city and some bastions.
Stop At: Fortino S. Antonio, Via Venezia Lungomare Imperatore, Bari Italy
Located in front of the old port, it is one of the four ramparts that marked the walls of Bari until the nineteenth century and represents the highest point of the old city from which it is possible to embrace the traces of the medieval walls behind the Imperatore waterfront. Augusto (left) and the profile of the waterfront dating back to the first half of the 20th century (right).
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Piazza del Ferrarese, Bari Italy
History of the Piazza, known in the past as Piazzetta d’armi, obtained where the Sea Gate stood. Today it represents the dynamic point of connection between the historic center and the Muratian village of the city.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- 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 experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 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.
rglainez
August 2022
Tour muy interesante y en español. Muy recomendable para ver lo más necesario de Bari. Ideal si bajas en crucero y no tienes mucho tiempo
Tour muy interesante y en español. Muy recomendable para ver lo más necesario de Bari. Ideal si bajas en crucero y no tienes mucho tiempoA5902QNfernandol
July 2022
Excelente experiencia, muy bien explicado por parte de Francesca y fabrite, (perdón por mí mala escritura de los nombres) un rato muy agradable.
Excelente experiencia, muy bien explicado por parte de Francesca y fabrite, (perdón por mí mala escritura de los nombres) un rato muy agradable.Flora L
September 2019
Consiglio vivamente questo tour da pugliese. Ho prenotato questo tour per alcuni amici e ho voluto accompagnarli e mai avrei immaginato di rimanere emozionata dalla competenza e dalla professionalità di tutto lo staff. Dal Castello alla muraglia e ai vicoli suggestivi di Bari un crescendo di emoz...
Consiglio vivamente questo tour da pugliese. Ho prenotato questo tour per alcuni amici e ho voluto accompagnarli e mai avrei immaginato di rimanere emozionata dalla competenza e dalla professionalità di tutto lo staff. Dal Castello alla muraglia e ai vicoli suggestivi di Bari un crescendo di emozioni. Top!laor427
May 2022
La verdad es que toda la ruta ha sido muy amena, la recomiendo a los turistas que no disponen de muchos días y quieren saber lo esencial de la ciudad vieja de Bari
La verdad es que toda la ruta ha sido muy amena, la recomiendo a los turistas que no disponen de muchos días y quieren saber lo esencial de la ciudad vieja de Barim0chilal
March 2022
Las guías fueron encantadoras, todo el tour fue en Español porque una de ellas lo hablaba perfectamente. Un tour muy ameno, perfecto para entender un poco de la historia de Bari y sus lugares principales.
Las guías fueron encantadoras, todo el tour fue en Español porque una de ellas lo hablaba perfectamente. Un tour muy ameno, perfecto para entender un poco de la historia de Bari y sus lugares principales.hazteunpuzzle
November 2021
Me gustó que el free tour fuese en italiano y después fuese traducido al italiano. Vimos lo más significativo del casco histórico, pero es cierto que se hizo un poco pesado, ya que todo eran datos históricos, que no está mal, pero alomejor hubiese estado genial que mientras recorríamos las calles...
Me gustó que el free tour fuese en italiano y después fuese traducido al italiano. Vimos lo más significativo del casco histórico, pero es cierto que se hizo un poco pesado, ya que todo eran datos históricos, que no está mal, pero alomejor hubiese estado genial que mientras recorríamos las calles nos dijeses lugares para comer, o sitios a los que merece la pena entrar pagando. En general muy buena es experiencia con las dos chicas italianas.