Old Town Bari Travel Guide

Bari

Piazza del Ferrarese showing heritage architecture
Basilica of San Nicola which includes a church or cathedral, interior views and heritage architecture
Piazza del Ferrarese
Basilica of San Nicola showing religious elements, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Basilica of San Nicola featuring art and interior views

Popular places to visit

Basilica of San Nicola showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture

Basilica of San Nicola

4.5/5(51 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.

Basilica of San Nicola
Bari Cathedral showing heritage architecture

Bari Cathedral

4.5/5(38 reviews)

Peruse the museum and delve into the crypt beneath this cathedral to find a fascinating archeological site with Roman and medieval treasures.

Bari Cathedral
Bari showing a castle and heritage elements

Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Bari when you take a trip to Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle
Teatro Margherita

Teatro Margherita

Enjoy a performance at Teatro Margherita, a popular theatre in Bari. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Teatro Margherita
Piazza del Ferrarese

Piazza del Ferrarese

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Relish the wonderful view of the colorful docked boats from this port-side plaza lined by palm trees and medieval structures.

Piazza del Ferrarese
Norman Castle which includes heritage architecture

Swabian Castle of Bari

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Swabian Castle of Bari during your trip to Bari. Take some time to visit the cathedral in this walkable area.

Swabian Castle of Bari

Things to do

Bari’s Ultimate Street Food Tour with Small Group

Bari: The Ultimate Street Food Tour with a Local

฿1,466
per adult
Bari: The Ultimate Street Food Tour with a Local
Bari: Pasta Experience Walking Tour

Bari: Pasta Experience Walking Tour

฿2,285
per adult
Bari: Pasta Experience Walking Tour
Bari Underground with archaeologist

Bari Underground with archaeologist

฿1,879
per adult
Bari Underground with archaeologist
Picture 5 for Activity Bari Street Food Tour by Bike

Bari Street Food Tour by Bike

฿3,000
per adult
Bari Street Food Tour by Bike
Picture 1 for Activity Bari: Guided Walking Tour

Bari: Guided Walking Tour

฿1,036
per adult
Bari: Guided Walking Tour
Bari: Must-see Attractions Private Walking Tour

Bari Must-see Attractions Walking Tour

฿977
per adult
Bari Must-see Attractions Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Old Town Bari

Palazzo Calò

Palazzo Calò

4 out of 5
Strada Lamberti 8, Bari, BA
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (453 reviews)
"Great room and locations"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

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Palazzo Calò
Il Trespolo degli Angeli

Il Trespolo degli Angeli

Via Piazzetta 62 Marinai, 15, Bari, BA
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.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Bari accomodstion
"Francesca was super helpful, he made sure our breakfast was tailored to our choices, He went out of his way to help us with trips, places to eat, taxis. The accomodation is right in the heart of the old Town, perfect for food, bars and historic places of interest, would book again."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

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Il Trespolo degli Angeli
Bari LandLord 71

Bari LandLord 71

Corso Vittorio Emanuele II 71, Bari, BA
Stay at this guesthouse in Bari. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and housekeeping. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Historic Civic Museum are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (15 reviews)
Ideal location
"Location was perfect, easy walk from the train station and right at the edge of the old town. Few minutes walk to the sea. Access was relatively easy. There is a double room where the air con is, the fridge is useful and the decor is nice. The twin area is right outside the bathroom with no windows ..."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025

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Bari LandLord 71
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 Bari Harbor and Chiesa di Santa Scolastica are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (40 reviews)
"Very characterful property in the old town. We had the ground floor economy room, which was fairly small but was quiet and cool with the shutters. Excellent value for money and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

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Affittacamere San Nicola d'amare
The Nicolaus Hotel

The Nicolaus Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Cardinale A. Ciasca, 27, Bari, BA
The price is ฿4,520 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿4,520
฿5,198 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bari. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (813 reviews)
"The hotel is stunning! The staff were all very lovely. We dined in the restaurant for dinner and it was incredible! Very reasonably priced and the buffet breakfast was top notch!"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

The Nicolaus Hotel
Parco dei Principi Hotel Congress & Spa

Parco dei Principi Hotel Congress & Spa

4 out of 5
Prolungamento Viale Europa 6, Bari, BA
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (733 reviews)
"Nice and close to airport and free shuttle to/from airport. The shuttle driver was SO great because he brought a jacket my wife left in the hotel to the airport after he had already dropped us off there .... Above and beyond!!"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

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Parco dei Principi Hotel Congress & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Bari

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Bari City Centre

4/5(51 area reviews)

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.

Bari City Centre
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Murat

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

Murat
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Madonnella

When in Madonnella, you can plan a visit to Bari Harbor and Corso Cavour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Madonnella
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Municipio 2

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

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.

Municipio 2
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Municipio 3

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Travellers like the beaches in Municipio 3, and Bari Harbor is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Municipio 3
Basilica of San Nicola which includes religious aspects, heritage architecture and interior views

Municipio 1

3.5/5(10 area reviews)

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.

Municipio 1

Old Town Bari Travel Guide