Bari City Centre Travel Guide
Bari
Visit Bari City Centre
Popular places to visit
Bari Cathedral
Peruse the museum and delve into the crypt beneath this cathedral to find a fascinating archeological site with Roman and medieval treasures.
Basilica of San Nicola
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.
Petruzzelli Theatre
Choose from opera, ballet and symphony shows at this large theater renowned for bringing overlooked works from centuries past back to life.
Teatro Margherita
Enjoy a performance at Teatro Margherita, a popular theatre in Bari. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi
Sit with a book and enjoy the serene ambiance in this pretty square of palm trees, floral displays and green lawns.
Piazza del Ferrarese
Relish the wonderful view of the colorful docked boats from this port-side plaza lined by palm trees and medieval structures.
Things to do
Tradition of Puglia : Altamura bread and stones of Matera da Bari
Bari: History in the alleyways of the old town on foot with a local guide
Top hotels in Bari City Centre
Mövenpick Hotel Bari
Lovely hotel, close to old town of Bari. Lovely helpful staff, good reasonably priced food in the hotel bistro. Would recommend!
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
JR Hotels Oriente Bari
Love the hotel. Location and staff are excellent. Very nice. Close to many things 💕
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Zodiacus
Couldn’t find the ac remote but it was cool enough
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
IL LEON D'ORO HOTEL BARI – BY FARACE HOTELS
We had a late arrival by train and an early departure so really appreciated the convenience to the train terminal. The area didn’t have much to offer in terms of charm or ambiance, but the hotel was a lovely oasis and great stop over for us. Staff was great, room was lovely, clean, equipped and quiet. ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Boston Hotel
Everything was good good food good location
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Palazzo Calò
Location is the only thing this property has going for it. Unkempt, bare and dated furnishings. Walls need a fresh coat of paint. A/C did not cool room. Fortunately, I only spent one night, think twice before choosing.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bari City Centre
Old Town Bari
Unique features of Old Town Bari include the historical sites and waterfront views. Make a stop by Basilica of San Nicola or Piazza Mercantile while you're exploring the area.
Murat
If you're spending some time in Murat, Corso Cavour and Piazza Aldo Moro are top sights worth seeing.
Madonnella
When in Madonnella, you can plan a visit to Corso Cavour and Petruzzelli Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Municipio 3
Travellers like the beaches in Municipio 3, and Lido San Francesco is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Municipio 1
Historical sites and waterfront views are highlights of Municipio 1. Make a stop by PalaFlorio or Pane e Pomodoro Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Quintino Sella Station to get around town.
