Old Town Bari Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Popular places to visit

Basilica of San Nicola showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture

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
Bari Cathedral showing heritage architecture

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
Bari showing a castle and heritage elements

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
Teatro Margherita

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
Piazza del Ferrarese

Piazza del Ferrarese

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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 featuring 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

Activities

Picture 1 for Activity Bari: Guided Walking Tour

Bari: Guided Walking Tour

AU$49
per adult
Bari: Guided Walking Tour
Bari by boat: admire the city from the sea with Aperitivo

Bari by boat: admire the city from the sea with Aperitivo

AU$80
per adult
Bari by boat: admire the city from the sea with Aperitivo
Bari: City Bike Rental

Bari: City Bike Rental

AU$36
per adult
Bari: City Bike Rental
Bari Boat Tour for Small Groups

Bari Boat Tour for Small Groups

AU$80
per adult
Bari Boat Tour for Small Groups
Bari: Pasta Experience Walking Tour

Bari: Pasta Experience Walking Tour

AU$108
per adult
Bari: Pasta Experience Walking Tour
Bari’s Ultimate Street Food Tour with Small Group

Bari: The Ultimate Street Food Tour with a Local

AU$70
per adult
Bari: The Ultimate Street Food Tour with a Local
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Our pick of the best Old Town Bari Hotel Deals

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! (464 reviews)
"Right in the middle of the old town. 10 minute walk from the train station."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

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Palazzo Calò
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (43 reviews)
"The room was very nice and close to all the shops and restaurants. However,we were on the first floor next to street and it’s very noisy all night. There’s a shared refrigerator on the top floor, so you have to walk up 5 floors. It would be better to have a small refrigerator in the room."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

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Affittacamere San Nicola d'amare
The Nicolaus Hotel

The Nicolaus Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Cardinale A. Ciasca, 27, Bari, BA
The price is AU$248 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$248
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bari. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (827 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with comfortable beds, spacious rooms. Great service and breakfast! It was a 15.00 cab ride to get to Bari city center and Old Town."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

The Nicolaus Hotel
JR Hotels Oriente Bari

JR Hotels Oriente Bari

4 out of 5
Corso Cavour 32, Bari, BA
The price is AU$232 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$232
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (985 reviews)
"Great location for visiting both old town and new, as well as the beach. Breakfast really good."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

JR Hotels Oriente Bari
Barion Hotel

Barion Hotel

4 out of 5
SS16, Km 816 (per Brindisi), Torre a Mare, Bari, BA
The price is AU$130 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$130
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bari. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (696 reviews)
"Concerns dealt with immediately. Staff responsive to requests and went out of their way to meet your needs."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Barion Hotel
Parco dei Principi Hotel Congress & Spa

Parco dei Principi Hotel Congress & Spa

4 out of 5
Prolungamento Viale Europa 6, Bari, BA
The price is AU$360 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$360
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (766 reviews)
"Nice gym"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Parco dei Principi Hotel Congress & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Bari

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Bari City Centre

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

Discover Bari City Centre, memorable for its historical 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

When in Madonnella, you can plan a visit to Bari Harbor and Corso Cavour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Madonnella
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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.

Municipio 2
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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 heritage architecture, interior views and religious elements

Municipio 1

5/5(1 area review)

Historical 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

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