Old Town Bari Travel Guide

Bari

A sunny square with historic buildings, outdoor cafes, and a clear blue sky.
A church interior with a mosaic, a wooden altar, and a golden iconostasis.
A plaza with historic buildings, a clear blue sky, and a large bronze sculpture with golden graffiti.
A large, historic church with a prominent central tower and arched windows.
A detailed ceiling with intricate gold designs and frescoes.

Stay near popular Old Town Bari attractions

An interior with arched ceilings, ornate columns, and detailed frescoes.

Basilica of San Nicola

9.2/10 (757 reviews)
Hear the tales of thievery in the origin of the Santa Claus story and delve into this church’s crypt to see the saint’s stolen relics.
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Things to do

UNESCO Tour: Alberobello and Matera by private bus from Bari

UNESCO Tour: Alberobello and Matera by private bus from Bari

฿1,601
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
UNESCO Tour: Alberobello and Matera by private bus from Bari
Picture 1 for Activity Bari: Guided Walking Tour

Bari: Guided Walking Tour

฿1,300
per adult
Bari: Guided Walking Tour
Polignano a Mare: Speedboat Cruise to Caves with Aperitif

Polignano a Mare: Speedboat Cruise to Caves with Aperitif

฿1,529
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Polignano a Mare: Speedboat Cruise to Caves with Aperitif
Alberobello & Matera: Guided Tour with Tasting, from Bari

From Bari: Guided Tour with Food Tasting to Alberobello & Matera

฿2,733
per adult
From Bari: Guided Tour with Food Tasting to Alberobello & Matera
Private Bari Boat Tour

Discover Bari from the Water: Authentic Gozzo Boat Tour

฿2,293
per adult
Discover Bari from the Water: Authentic Gozzo Boat Tour
Itria Valley: Polignano, Ostuni, and Locorotondo, from Bari

From Bari: Valle d'Itria, Polignano, Ostuni and Locorotondo

฿2,236
per adult
From Bari: Valle d'Itria, Polignano, Ostuni and Locorotondo
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Top hotels in Old Town Bari

Palazzo Calò

Palazzo Calò

4 out of 5
Strada Lamberti 8 Bari BA
The price is ฿6,609 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿6,609
฿7,501 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Palazzo Calò
Il Trespolo degli Angeli

Il Trespolo degli Angeli

Via Piazzetta 62 Marinai, 15 Bari BA
The price is ฿5,350 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿5,350
฿6,039 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 beach bars. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Basilica of San Nicola are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
"Great location, very helpfull staff, I recomend it!"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Il Trespolo degli Angeli
Palazzo San Rocco by Wonderful Italy

Palazzo San Rocco by Wonderful Italy

Str. Nuccia Serra Bari BA
Stay at this guesthouse in Bari. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room espresso maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Basilica of San Nicola ...
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Palazzo San Rocco by Wonderful Italy
Affittacamere San Nicola d'amare

Affittacamere San Nicola d'amare

Str. Vanese, N.5 Bari BA
Stay at this B&B in Bari. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Basilica of San Nicola and Bari Harbor are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (48 reviews)
"…"

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

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Affittacamere San Nicola d'amare
Torre Tresca 2

Torre Tresca 2

Str. Annunziata 4 Bari BA
Stay at this guesthouse in Bari. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and air conditioning. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Basilica of San Nicola are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (68 reviews)
"The room was extremely clean, the location was excellent, and the staff was always friendly and willing to help. This may not matter to everyone, but it definitely mattered to me: the refrigerator in the room kept my drinks incredibly cold. In many places, the mini-fridge barely cools the drinks, ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

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Torre Tresca 2
Old Town Vibe

Old Town Vibe

Largo Albicocca 10 Bari BA
The price is ฿3,844 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿3,844
฿4,382 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Bari. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Basilica of San Nicola are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
"Old Town Vibe is an amazing place to stay. You can’t beat the location. We would definitely book again if back in Bari"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Old Town Vibe
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Where to stay in Old Town Bari

Find the best Old Town Bari areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A marina with various boats docked, a stone wall, and buildings in the background.

Bari City Centre

Discover Bari City Centre, memorable for its historical sites. Popular attractions in Bari City Centre include Bari Harbor and Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Quintino Sella Station.

Teatro Petruzzelli, a historic red and white building with ornate decorations and multiple banners.

Murat

If you're spending some time in Murat, Piazza Aldo Moro and Palazzo Mincuzzi are top sights worth seeing.

An interior with arched ceilings, ornate columns, and detailed frescoes.

Municipio 1

Historical sites and waterfront views are highlights of Municipio 1. Make a stop by Bari Harbor or PalaFlorio while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Quintino Sella Station to get around town.

A historic building with a clock tower, flags, and an arched entrance.

Municipio 2

Historical sites, gardens and bars are just a few things travellers enjoy about Municipio 2. Check out Trullo Antichi Sapori or Criminal Court of Bari while you're exploring the area.

A rocky breakwater with the sea in the background.

Municipio 3

Travellers like the beaches in Municipio 3, and Lido San Francesco is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Old Town Bari Travel Guide