Gelso Travel Guide
Polignano a Mare
Popular places to visit
Ponte dei Lapilli
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ponte dei Lapilli during your trip to Polignano a Mare? While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Statue of Domenico Modugno
You can find out about the history of Polignano a Mare when you stop by Statue of Domenico Modugno. Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches or simply enjoy its local cheese shops.
Lama Monachile Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Lama Monachile Beach during your travels in Polignano a Mare? While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
San Vito Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, San Vito Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Polignano a Mare.
Cala Paura Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cala Paura Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Polignano a Mare. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Porto Cavallo Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Porto Cavallo Beach during your trip to Polignano a Mare? While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Things to do
Boat trip to the Polignano a Mare caves
Polignano a Mare: Boat Cave Tour with Swimming Stop and Aperol Spritz
Polignano a Mare: Boat Cruise with Prosecco
Polignano a Mare: Boat Tour of the Caves - Small Group
Polignano a Mare: Coast to Coast TukTuk Tour
Top hotels in Gelso
Covo dei Saraceni
"Love, love, love this hotel! What a view!!!"
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Suite 10 - Home, Design & Spa
"Great location in Polignano"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Borgo Egnazia
Torre Cintola Greenblu Sea Emotions
"Travelling as a family of 4 with 2 small children staying at Torre Cintola was ideal. Its location was close by to the main places we wanted to visit (Polignano a Mare, Monopoli, Ostuni, Alberobello, Matera, Bari, etc). It’s right on the coast, so the views are beautiful and worthwhile to take a ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Barion Hotel
"Great for one night.Convenient o visit Bari or Pognano a Mare. Good breakfast. No A/C in the room"
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Villa Torre Bianca by Emily Hotels
"Beautiful small, remote countryside hotel half an hour or so outside Bari. Perfect for a relaxing break whilst exploring the local towns. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The food was excellent."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gelso
Historic Center
When in Historic Center, you can plan a visit to Lama Monachile Beach and Statue of Domenico Modugno, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Pozziglioni
Pozziglioni might not have many top sights, but Lama Monachile Beach and Statue of Domenico Modugno are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Macello
While Macello isn't home to many top sights, Lama Monachile Beach and Statue of Domenico Modugno are some notable places to visit nearby.
San Vito
While visiting San Vito, you might make a stop by sights like San Vito Beach and Porto Cavallo Beach.
