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.
Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle
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.
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 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
Bari Airport: Shared Transfer to/from Taranto Train Station
Bari: Bari Airport Transfer to/from Foggia Train Station
Day tour by car and on foot among the Apulian beauties of Matera
Gioia del Colle: Winery with Primitivo Tasting
Top hotels in Bari City Centre
JR Hotels Oriente Bari
The room was immaculate, the desk and bistro staff were outstanding.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Mövenpick Hotel Bari
wonderful, highly recommended
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Zodiacus
Great location. Convenient for station. Comfy, warm room. Room cleaned daily. Good value.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Palazzo Calò
The breakfast was delicious and ample. Our room was lovely except for the lighting - it was not well lit for reading on the couch, especially.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Boston Hotel
Excelente ubicación, atención y limpieza. Muy buen desayuno!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Contemporaneamente 147
Clean room with amenities. Excellent apartment location
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
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 Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle 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 TeatroTeam while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Quintino Sella Station to get around town.
