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Bari, Italy

Things to Do in Bari

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Bari’s Ultimate Street Food Tour - Small Group by Do Eat Better

Most booked tours and tickets in Bari

Bari’s Ultimate Street Food Tour - Small Group by Do Eat Better

Bari’s Ultimate Street Food Tour - Small Group by Do Eat Better

5.01,525 reviews3h
Polignano a Mare boat tour emotions, caves, diving and appetizers

Polignano a Mare boat tour emotions, caves, diving and appetizers

4.81,258 reviews1h 30m
Boat tour of the Polignano a Mare caves with aperitif

Boat tour of the Polignano a Mare caves with aperitif

4.4651 reviews1h 30m
Polignano a Mare: Boat Tour of the Caves - Small Group

Polignano a Mare: Boat Tour of the Caves - Small Group

4.9557 reviews1h 50m
Shared Boat Tour in Polignano a Mare with Aperitif

Shared Boat Tour in Polignano a Mare with Aperitif

5.0373 reviews2h

Top sights in Bari

  1. 1Bari Vecchia
  2. 2Basilica di San Nicola
  3. 3Bari Cathedral
  4. 4Lungomare
  5. 5Pasta Making
  6. 6Castello Normanno-Svevo
  • Authentic Pasta-Making in the Alleyways: Witness the living tradition of 'nonne' making orecchiette ('little ears') by hand in the streets of Bari Vecchia, particularly around Arco Basso. You can buy it fresh or even join a local cooking class to learn the technique yourself.
  • The Spiritual Heart of Saint Nicholas: Visit the Basilica di San Nicola, a stunning Romanesque church that houses the sacred relics of Saint Nicholas (the real Santa Claus). It's a major pilgrimage site for both Catholic and Orthodox Christians, filled with profound history.
  • A Seafront Promenade for the Soul: Walk the Lungomare Nazario Sauro and Lungomare Augusto Imperatore. This breathtaking waterfront esplanade offers panoramic Adriatic views, perfect for cycling, jogging, or enjoying an aperitivo as the fishing boats return.

Tickets and passes in Bari

Alberobello & Matera, From Bari with Comfortable Transport

Alberobello & Matera, From Bari with Comfortable Transport

4.411 reviews10h
Buggy Tour in Puglia near Alberobello Polignano a mare

Buggy Tour in Puglia near Alberobello Polignano a mare

4.67 reviews2h
Bari - Semi Private Street Food & City Sightseeing Tour with Local Guide

Bari - Semi Private Street Food & City Sightseeing Tour with Local Guide

4.85 reviews2h 30m
Bari By Night City Centre and Seafront Walking Tour

Bari By Night City Centre and Seafront Walking Tour

5.01 review2h

Food and drink experiences in Bari

Bari: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine by Cooking Italy

Bari: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine by Cooking Italy

4.8335 reviews3h
Bari: Street Food Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Bari: Street Food Walking Tour with a Local Guide

4.9222 reviews2h 30m

Day trips and outdoor activities from Bari

Boat excursion to Polignano a Mare between caves and coves

Boat excursion to Polignano a Mare between caves and coves

4.995 reviews1h 30m
Bari: Bike Tour & Homemade Pasta Making with Nonna

Bari: Bike Tour & Homemade Pasta Making with Nonna

4.893 reviews2h 30m
Sea Baptism Scuba Experience in Polignano a Mare

Sea Baptism Scuba Experience in Polignano a Mare

4.993 reviews2h 30m

Hidden gems in Bari

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Santa Scolastica Complex & Archaeological Site

A lesser-known archaeological area within Bari Vecchia, featuring the ruins of a Norman church, Byzantine walls, and layers of the city's history.

Piazza Mercantile (and the 'Colonna della Giustizia')

A historic square just outside Bari Vecchia, once the city's commercial heart, featuring the 'Colonna della Giustizia' (Column of Justice) where debtors were once punished.

Pinacoteca Metropolitana di Bari 'Corrado Giaquinto'

An excellent art gallery housed in the Palazzo della Provincia, showcasing medieval to modern art from Puglia.

The 'Strada delle Orecchiette' (Arco Basso)

A specific, short alleyway in Bari Vecchia, most famous for the concentration of women making fresh orecchiette pasta daily at their doorstep.

San Cataldo Pier (Molo San Cataldo)

The long, modern pier that stretches out from the Lungomare near the Fiera del Levante, offering unparalleled 360-degree views of the city skyline and sea.

Day trips from Bari

Alberobello

1 hour 15 min by train or car

Step into a fairytale landscape of UNESCO-listed trulli, the unique conical-roofed stone huts that define this magical town. Wander through the Rione Monti district, a dense collection of over 1,000 trulli, many now housing shops and cafes.

Polignano a Mare

30 min by train

A breathtaking town perched on limestone cliffs above the turquoise Adriatic. Famous for its dramatic views, pebble beaches nestled in coves, and its historic center of whitewashed buildings and winding alleyways.

Castel del Monte

1 hour by car

Visit one of Puglia's most enigmatic and striking landmarks. This 13th-century UNESCO World Heritage castle, built by Emperor Frederick II, sits in majestic isolation on a hill, renowned for its perfect octagonal shape and mysterious history.

Plan your Bari trip

Things to do in Bari: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Bari?+

Top sights include Bari Vecchia, Basilica di San Nicola, Bari Cathedral and Lungomare. Away from the crowds, try Santa Scolastica Complex & Archaeological Site and Piazza Mercantile (and the 'Colonna della Giustizia').

What are the most popular tours in Bari?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Bari’s Ultimate Street Food Tour - Small Group by Do Eat Better (5.0 stars, 1,525 reviews); Polignano a Mare boat tour emotions, caves, diving and appetizers (4.8 stars, 1,258 reviews); Bari Walking City Tour (4.7 stars, 658 reviews).

How much do tours in Bari cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €32 and €286 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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