Italy · Walking Tours

2-Hour Private Guided Tour in the Old Town of Monopoli

2 Hours Round trip from Monopoli Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Private guided walk through Monopoli’s fortified old town
02 See the exterior of Charles V Castle overlooking the sea
03 Visit the Cathedral Basilica Maria Santissima della Madia
04 Explore the historic harbor, one of the region’s safest docking points
05 Learn about the town’s history, legends, and ancient origins
06 Taste five extra virgin olive oil varieties
07 Enjoy local bread, flavorful spreads, and artisanal jams

Discover the timeless charm of Monopoli on a private guided walk through its fortified old town. Stroll along medieval lanes and sea-facing walls as your guide brings the town’s history and legends to life, from its ancient origins to its elegant religious and architectural landmarks.

Along the way, admire the exterior of Charles V Castle, visit the Cathedral Basilica Maria Santissima della Madia, and take in the atmosphere of Monopoli’s historic port. To round off the experience, enjoy a tasting of five extra virgin olive oil varieties paired with local bread, flavorful spreads, and artisanal jams.

Discover the timeless charm of Monopoli on a private guided walk through its fortified old town.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Monopoli

Languages English, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Meet your guide

Meet your guide and delve into the history and legends of the fortified old town.

Castle's exterior exploration

A knowledgeable guide will accompany you through the historic center, a high-medieval site overlooking the sea. Enclosed by towering walls, this remarkable town was built atop the remains of a fortified Messapian settlement dating back to the 5th century AD.

Cathedral

Next, your guide will lead you to the Cathedral Basilica Maria Santissima della Madia.

Port of Monopoli

The port of Monopoli is the heart of this charming town and one of its main attractions. Your guide will take you to the historic harbor, one of the region's safest docking points.

Food tasting

To conclude the tour, enjoy tasting five extra virgin olive oil varieties, paired with local bread, flavorful spreads, and artisanal jams.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Monopoli 1 city · 2 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

To conclude the tour, enjoy tasting five extra virgin olive oil varieties, paired with local bread, flavorful spreads, and artisanal jams.

Expert tour guide
External visit to Charles V Castle
External visit to the Cathedral Basilica Maria Santissima della Madia
Tasting of traditional products: olive oil, spreads, and homemade jams, paired with fresh bread