Old Town Bari

Bari

Piazza del Ferrarese which includes heritage architecture
Basilica of San Nicola showing interior views, a church or cathedral and religious elements
Piazza del Ferrarese
Basilica of San Nicola showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious elements
Basilica of San Nicola which includes art and interior views

Popular places to visit

Basilica of San Nicola featuring heritage architecture, religious elements and a church or cathedral

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.

Basilica of San Nicola
Bari Cathedral featuring heritage architecture

Bari Cathedral

Peruse the museum and delve into the crypt beneath this cathedral to find a fascinating archeological site with Roman and medieval treasures.

Bari Cathedral
Bari featuring heritage elements and chateau or palace

Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle

Learn about the local history of Bari with a stop at Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle
Teatro Margherita

Teatro Margherita

Get tickets for a show at Teatro Margherita, a storied theater in Bari. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Teatro Margherita
Piazza del Ferrarese

Piazza del Ferrarese

Relish the wonderful view of the colorful docked boats from this port-side plaza lined by palm trees and medieval structures.

Piazza del Ferrarese
Norman Castle showing heritage architecture

Swabian Castle of Bari

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Swabian Castle of Bari during your trip to Bari. Take some time to visit the cathedral in this walkable area.

Swabian Castle of Bari

Things to do

Bari: Pasta Experience Walking Tour

Bari: Pasta Experience Walking Tour

P3,942
per adult
Bari: Pasta Experience Walking Tour
Visit Alberobello & Matera in 1 day! - Private tour from Bari

Visit Alberobello & Matera: Private or semi-private tour from Bari

P17,858
per adult
Visit Alberobello & Matera: Private or semi-private tour from Bari
Bari Underground with archaeologist

Bari Underground with archaeologist

P3,369
per adult
Bari Underground with archaeologist
Bari’s Ultimate Street Food Tour with Small Group

Bari: The Ultimate Street Food Tour with a Local

P2,628
per adult
Bari: The Ultimate Street Food Tour with a Local
Bari: Must-see Attractions Private Walking Tour

Bari Must-see Attractions Walking Tour

P1,752
per adult
Bari Must-see Attractions Walking Tour
Bari Walking Street Food Tour

Bari: Walking Street Food Tour

P3,942
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Bari: Walking Street Food Tour
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Top hotels in Old Town Bari

Palazzo Calò

Palazzo Calò

4 out of 5
Strada Lamberti 8, Bari, BA
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (437 reviews)
"Simple, beautiful and calm. Excellent breakfast."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

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Palazzo Calò
Il Trespolo degli Angeli

Il Trespolo degli Angeli

Via Piazzetta 62 Marinai, 15, Bari, BA
Stay at this B&B in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 beach bars. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Basilica of San Nicola are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
"Perfect. Great hosts. Excellent location."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

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Il Trespolo degli Angeli
Torre Tresca 2

Torre Tresca 2

Str. Annunziata 4, Bari, BA
Stay at this guesthouse in Bari. Enjoy free WiFi, rainfall showerheads, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Chiesa di Santa Scolastica ...
9/10 Wonderful! (50 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025

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Torre Tresca 2
Saint Michel Room by Wonderful Italy

Saint Michel Room by Wonderful Italy

Strada S. Benedetto 14, Bari, BA
Stay at this apartment in Bari. Enjoy free WiFi, rainfall showerheads, and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Piazza del Ferrarese ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2025

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Saint Michel Room by Wonderful Italy
Torre Tresca B&B

Torre Tresca B&B

Via Ruggero il Normanno 22, Bari, BA
Stay at this B&B in Bari. Enjoy free WiFi, minibars, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Chiesa di San Marco dei Veneziani are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (80 reviews)
"Ideal location in vecchia Bari. Close to San Nicola and Castello Svevo. 20 minute walk to train station and very close to the sea. Tiny, quirky, but just what I needed. Wifi was inconsistent and couldn't get hot water. Could have called to ask but chose to manage without it. Overall, great little ..."

Reviewed on May 25, 2025

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Torre Tresca B&B
Affittacamere San Nicola d'amare

Affittacamere San Nicola d'amare

Str. Vanese, N.5, Bari, BA
Stay at this B&B in Bari. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Chiesa di Santa Scolastica are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (39 reviews)
"Very characterful property in the old town. We had the ground floor economy room, which was fairly small but was quiet and cool with the shutters. Excellent value for money and friendly staff."

Reviewed on May 29, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Bari

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Bari City Centre

Discover Bari City Centre, memorable for its historic 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.

Bari City Centre
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Murat

If you're spending some time in Murat, Corso Cavour and Piazza Aldo Moro are top sights worth seeing.

Murat
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Madonnella

While Madonnella isn't home to many top sights, Bari Harbor and Corso Cavour are some notable places to visit nearby.

Madonnella
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Municipio 2

Historic sites, gardens, and bars are some highlights of Municipio 2. Make a stop by Trullo Antichi Sapori or Criminal Court of Bari while you're exploring.

Municipio 2
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Municipio 3

Travelers like the beaches in Municipio 3, and Bari Harbor is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Municipio 3
Basilica of San Nicola featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and interior views

Municipio 1

Historic 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.

Municipio 1

Old Town Bari