Bari City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Bari Harbor showing a bay or harbour

Popular places to visit

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Basilica of San Nicola

4.5/5(9 reviews)

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
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Bari Cathedral

4/5(5 reviews)

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

Bari Cathedral
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Petruzzelli Theatre

Choose from opera, ballet and symphony shows at this large theater renowned for bringing overlooked works from centuries past back to life.

Petruzzelli Theatre
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Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle

4/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Bari when you take a trip to Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle
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Teatro Margherita

Enjoy a performance at Teatro Margherita, a popular theatre in Bari. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Teatro Margherita
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Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi

3/5(1 review)

Sit with a book and enjoy the serene ambiance in this pretty square of palm trees, floral displays and green lawns.

Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi

Activities

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DISCOVERY OF PUGLIA Small Group Tour: 8 Days / 7 Nights

AU$7,370
Per adult
DISCOVERY OF PUGLIA Small Group Tour: 8 Days / 7 Nights
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People of Bari unusual guided tour with pasta making at Grandma house

AU$82
Per adult
People of Bari unusual guided tour with pasta making at Grandma house
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Bari: Private Food and Walking Tour

AU$129
Per adult
Bari: Private Food and Walking Tour
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Tour of the fortifications of Bari: the defenses of the city and their history

AU$59
Per adult
Tour of the fortifications of Bari: the defenses of the city and their history
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Archaeological tour of Bari: the treasures of the Old City

AU$59
Per adult
Archaeological tour of Bari: the treasures of the Old City
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Bari's Gems: Explore Piazza Mercantile & Ferrarese

AU$693
Per adult
Bari's Gems: Explore Piazza Mercantile & Ferrarese
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Our pick of the best Bari City Centre Hotel Deals

Hotel Pensione Romeo
Hotel Pensione Romeo
2 out of 5
Via Scipione Crisanzio, 12, Bari, BA
The price is AU$97 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$97
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this hotel in Bari. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Piazza Aldo Moro are located ...
6.2/10 (118 reviews)
"Near to train and bus stations. Perfect for dining and good around. City is small so the hotel seems to be a walking distance to all places. But looks to an old hostel then a hotel ."

Reviewed on 28 Feb. 2024

Hotel Pensione Romeo
Zodiacus
Zodiacus
Via Roberto da Bari, 101, Bari, BA
The price is AU$163 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$163
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this townhouse in Bari. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Palazzo Mincuzzi are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (222 reviews)
Nice stay, great location
"Nice boutique hotel in great location between train station and old town. Very easy check in even though we were a little late. Plenty of restaurants around hotel. Need to look for address numbers when following google maps to hotel. It takes you a couple of blocks past. Would definitely stay here ..."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Zodiacus
JR Hotels Oriente Bari
JR Hotels Oriente Bari
4 out of 5
Corso Cavour 32, Bari, BA
The price is AU$343 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$343
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (830 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in old city. Alberto and Fillipo helped made our stay pleasurable. No request was denied and they gave many suggestions of sights and restaurants. We appreciated Nora’s welcome and energy."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

JR Hotels Oriente Bari
Palazzo Calò
Palazzo Calò
3 out of 5
Strada Lamberti 8, Bari, BA
The price is AU$431 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$431
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (272 reviews)
"Beautifully restored property with friendly and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Palazzo Calò
Boston Hotel
Boston Hotel
4 out of 5
Via Niccolò Piccinni, 155, Bari, BA
The price is AU$421 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$421
per night
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (522 reviews)
"The staff at the reception are friendly and very helpful, and the hotel is close to great dining, cafes and shops."

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024

Boston Hotel
Executive Business Hotel
Executive Business Hotel
3 out of 5
Corso Vittorio Emanuele 201, Bari
The price is AU$179 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$179
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi ...
7.6/10 Good! (252 reviews)
"Check in was quick - really friendly guy at reception. Only issued with wi-fi user name and password for 24 hours. Room was big, with large comfortable bed, but no sockets for charging - had to unplug a lamp. Decent breakfast. Good location for wandering around the city."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2024

Executive Business Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Bari City Centre

Piazza del Ferrarese showing heritage architecture

Old Town Bari

Unique features of Old Town Bari include the historical sites and waterfront views. Make a stop by Bari Cathedral or Basilica of San Nicola while you're exploring the area.

Old Town Bari
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Municipio 2

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Historical sites, gardens and bars are just a few things travellers enjoy about Municipio 2. Check out Trullo Antichi Sapori or Criminal Court of Bari while you're exploring the area.

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Municipio 3

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

Municipio 3
Basilica of San Nicola which includes religious aspects, heritage architecture and interior views

Municipio 1

5/5(1 area review)

Historical sites and waterfront views are highlights of Municipio 1. Make a stop by Bari Harbor or Pane e Pomodoro Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Quintino Sella Station to get around town.

Municipio 1
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Municipio 4

You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Municipio 4. You might want to make time for a stop at Stadio San Nicola or Da Intini.

Municipio 4
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Municipio 5

Municipio 5 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Panetteria Pan per Focaccia and Planetarium of Bari.

Municipio 5

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