Italy · City Tours

2-Hour Brindisi Cathedrals and Museums Tour with Roman Heritage

2 Hours Round trip from 72100 Brindisi Easy pace

The Roman column marking the end of the ancient Via Appia in Brindisi

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Archaeological Museum and its collection of bronze statues, stone carvings, and ornate crockery
02 See the Roman columns, the enduring symbol of Brindisi
03 Explore the Temple of St. John, built by Justinian I in the 6th century
04 Discover the archaeological area of San Pietro Degli Schiavoni
05 Walk through Cathedral Square and the historic heart of Brindisi's old town

Explore Brindisi's Roman and religious heritage on a guided walk through this Adriatic port city in southern Italy's Apulia region. Discover its symbolic Roman columns, Cathedral Square, churches, and archaeological treasures preserved in museums and historic sites across the old town. The tour also introduces landmarks linked to the harbour, including the red-stone Aragonese Castle at the entrance and the Monumento al Marinaio d'Italia, known for its sea and city views.

The tour also introduces landmarks linked to the harbour, including the red-stone Aragonese Castle at the entrance and the Monumento al Marinaio d'Italia, known for its sea and city views.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Brindisi

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Brindisi Old Town, Cathedral Square and Archaeological Sites

Start from the port.
Continue toward the Roman columns, the symbol of the city.
Move to Cathedral Square with the seminary.
Visit the Archaeological Museum, which showcases archaeological relics including bronze statues, stone carvings, and ornate crockery, the Temple of St. John, constructed by Justinian I in the 6th century. It stands on John's believed burial site, the Apostle, and the archaeological area of San Pietro Degli Schiavoni.
Visit many other churches in the old town, or take the ferry to visit the National Sailor Monument or the Church of Santa Maria del Casale, close to the airport.