Bari is a Puglian port city on the Adriatic — the gateway to Greece and Albania by ferry, and the best base for exploring Puglia: UNESCO Trulli at Alberobello, the white city of Ostuni, Matera (Basilicata), and Orecchiette pasta made on old-town streets. Bari Vecchia is one of Southern Italy's most authentic old towns.
2.2M
visitors/year
Best time to visit
April–June or September–October — avoiding August heat
Top sights & experiences
- 🏘️ Bari Vecchia — old town
- ⛪ Basilica di San Nicola
- 🏠 Alberobello — trulli (UNESCO)
- 🍝 Orecchiette & Puglian cuisine
- 🏙️ Matera — sassi (UNESCO)
- ⛵ Ferry to Greece
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