Bari: Guided Tour of the Old Town with Street Food
Highlights
Bari
Group Tour
2 Hours
EASY
English, Italian
Description
Join a guided walking tour of Bari Vecchia and uncover the hidden treasures of the San Nicola District.This medieval neighborhood, set on a peninsula, features 29 historic churches and countless stories waiting to be discovered.
Starting at Piazza Ferrarese, we’ll explore the vibrant Piazza Mercantile and visit the Basilica of San Nicola, a revered pilgrimage site and a symbol of unity among Christian faiths.
Discover the Catedral of San Sabino and the imposing Svevo Castle.Step into the Marnarid shop, a living relic from 1866, to experience Bari’s culinary heritage.
On Arco Basso Street, meet the women crafting fresh orecchiette pasta by hand—a tradition so iconic it’s celebrated by global brands like Dolce & Gabbana.
End your tour with Bari’s famous focaccia or artisanal gelato, a delicious conclusion to an unforgettable experience.
Itinerary
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Meeting point in Bari Vecchia
Meet your guide and group fellows at our headquarters in Strada Vallisa 81 in Bari Vecchia.
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Piazza del Ferrarese
Start your guided tour from the square at the border of the medieval district and one of the Bari ports.From here, you will walk up to Piazza Mercantile.
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Piazza Mercantile
Once in the heart of Bari's "dolce vita", you will enter the Nicolaian district, where the majestic Basilica of San Nicola stands.
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Basilica San Nicola
Enjoy the visit to the marvelous Basilic of San Nicola - an important pilgrimage site, especially following the fall of communist regimes.
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Cattedrale San Sabino
Our next stop is the monumental Cathedral of San Sabino, where you can admire the highest bell tower in Bari.The historic "Marnarid" grocery store - active since 1866 - is another pit stop near the Cathedral that will let you step back in time.
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Norman-Swabian Castle
Afterward, the walk takes you to the impressive Norman-Swabian Castle, a medieval fortress that offers a fascinating look into history, for a panoramic visit.
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Strada delle Orecchiette
Just in front of the Castle, crossing the arch named "Strada Arco Basso", you will enter the most well-known streets in Bari.Here, you will observe the authentic life bustling through the alleys, while the smiling and experienced women are creating homemade traditional pasta named "orecchiette".
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Tasting pit stop
Treat yourself to the traditional "focaccia" that will be offered to you at the end of the tour.If the focaccia is not available for any reason, you will be pampered with the homemade gelato.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.