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

฿1,466
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
UNESCO Tour: Alberobello and Matera by private bus from Bari
Itria Valley: Polignano, Ostuni, and Locorotondo, from Bari

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

฿1,835
per adult
From Bari: Valle d'Itria, Polignano, Ostuni and Locorotondo
Picture 1 for Activity Bari: Guided Walking Tour

Bari: Guided Walking Tour

฿1,118
per adult
Bari: Guided Walking Tour
From Bari: Guided Tour with Food Tasting to Alberobello & Matera

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

฿2,733
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
From Bari: Guided Tour with Food Tasting to Alberobello & Matera
Bari: Guided Private Bus Day Tour of Alberobello, Monopoli, and Polignano

Bari: Guided Day Tour of Alberobello, Monopoli & Polignano by Private Bus

฿1,988
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bari: Guided Day Tour of Alberobello, Monopoli & Polignano by Private Bus
Bari Rickshaw Panoramic Tour with Audio Guide

Bari Rickshaw Panoramic Tour with Audio Guide

฿1,108
per adult
Bari Rickshaw Panoramic Tour with Audio Guide
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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 ฿7,564 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
฿7,564
฿8,548 total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (560 reviews)
"A bit smaller than expected given the price Breakfast was good Staff was pleasant. Just. Bit pricey"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Palazzo Calò
Il Trespolo degli Angeli

Il Trespolo degli Angeli

Via Piazzetta 62 Marinai, 15 Bari BA
The price is ฿4,823 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
฿4,823
฿5,457 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
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.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
"AN UNIQUE NEIGHBORHOOD, AN EXCELLENT OWNER, SUPER CLEAN ROOM AND BATHROOM, I DEFENETELY COMING BACK THERE, THEY WERE THE BEST WE LOVE THE PLACE, IN THE BACK OF THE BASILICA OF SAN NICOLA, MANY RESTAURANTS, CLOSE TO TRANSPORTATION. IT WAS WONDERFUL"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Il Trespolo degli Angeli
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 Chiesa di Santa Scolastica ...
9/10 Wonderful! (73 reviews)
"Room was very clean , air conditioning. Very close to the tourist attraction."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

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Torre Tresca 2
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 Chiesa di San Marco dei ...
6.2/10 (23 reviews)
"Toilet seat was broken - moisture on the Wall. Air/clim didn’t work. Floor was peeling. We send messages and didn’t receive any responses ."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

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Palazzo San Rocco by Wonderful Italy
Parco dei Principi Hotel Congress & Spa

Parco dei Principi Hotel Congress & Spa

4 out of 5
Prolungamento Viale Europa 6 Bari BA
The price is ฿6,728 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿6,728
฿7,629 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (987 reviews)
"Great all around!"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Parco dei Principi Hotel Congress & Spa
The Nicolaus Hotel

The Nicolaus Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Cardinale A. Ciasca, 27 Bari BA
The price is ฿5,566 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿5,566
฿6,351 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Bari. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
"Great hotel for passing through Bari."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

The Nicolaus Hotel
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Where to stay in Old Town Bari

Find the best Old Town Bari areas for the activities you enjoy most.
An interior with arched ceilings, ornate columns, and detailed frescoes.

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.

A coastal promenade with stone barriers and street lamps.
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Municipio 2

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

A detailed stone facade with an ornate archway and a large wooden door.

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.

An aerial view of a city at night with illuminated buildings and streets.

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