Ostuni Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Ostuni

Encounter charming surprises and historic relics at the peak of the Old Town district of the “White City.” Explore the nearby sand dunes.

Ostuni is an enchanting city renowned for its hilltop Ostuni Historic Centre, containing an impressive cathedral and many whitewashed houses, which are the reason behind the nickname of the White City. It is a popular summer destination due to its fine weather, excellent seafood restaurants and lively bars. Meander along the steep, quaint alleys of the Old Town for a sense of this city’s fascinating past.

The highlight of the city is the 15th-century Ostuni CathedralOpens in a new window, which overlooks the serene Piazza del Balio. Enjoy snacks and drinks at a café on the plaza and gaze up at the magnificent rose window that adorns the cathedral’s late Gothic façade. Enter through one of the three large portals and admire the marble interiors and frescoes in the various chapels.

Nearby on the hill is L’Ulivo Che Canta, a quaint gallery and workshop displaying carvings, sculptures, spoons and jewellery made from olive trees by a local master. Browse the intriguing items on display at the Museum of Preclassical Civilizations of Southern Murgia.

Descend to the southern base of the historic centre’s hill to see the Church of San Francesco. This ecclesiastical treasure is beside the majestic Town Hall and several cafés in the spacious heart of the city, the Piazza della Liberta.

Expect hot, dry summers and cold winters in this scenic coastal city. Enjoy the pleasant weather with a trip to the Dune Costiere Regional Natural Park. Walk along the sandy shore and take a guided tour for a comprehensive understanding of the topography and ecosystems. At the northeastern end of the park is the resort town of Rosa Marina, which has the Rosa Marina Beach.

Find the city at the northern base of the Salento promontory that sticks out from the southeastern end of Italy. Fly to the Salento Airport in the outskirts of BrindisiOpens in a new window, 24 miles (39 kilometres) southeast of Ostuni along the Adriatic Coast. Among the nearby towns are TarantoOpens in a new window, LecceOpens in a new window and Castro Marina.

Ostuni has chic seafood restaurants, a coastal park of sand dunes and a fairytale historic centre atop a hill.

Where to stay in Ostuni

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Ostuni Historic Centre

Ostuni Historic Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ostuni Cathedral and Piazza della Liberta.

Ostuni Historic Centre
Hotel Monte Sarago

Hotel Monte Sarago

4 out of 5
Corso Mazzini 233, Ostuni, BR
The price is AU$188 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
AU$188
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Ostuni. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (254 reviews)
"Great staff. Especially Teresa, Maria & Elena at the Front Desk."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Hotel Monte Sarago
La Sommità Relais & Chateaux

La Sommità Relais & Chateaux

5 out of 5
Via S. Petrarolo, 7, Ostuni, BR
The price is AU$808 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$808
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ostuni. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Rosa Marina Beach and Ostuni Cathedral are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (177 reviews)
"Fabulous! Location was stunning, staff were so attentive and the food was excellent - breakfast especially!"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

La Sommità Relais & Chateaux
Ostuni Palace Hotel Bistrot & SPA

Ostuni Palace Hotel Bistrot & SPA

4 out of 5
Corso Vittorio Emanuele 218, Ostuni, BR
The price is AU$229 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$229
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Ostuni. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Rosa Marina Beach and Piazza della Liberta are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (142 reviews)
"A lovely hotel within walking distance to the old town. Service was great and so was breakfast. On-site free parking is a bonus!"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Ostuni Palace Hotel Bistrot & SPA
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Dama Bianca Boutique Hotel Ostuni

Dama Bianca Boutique Hotel Ostuni

Vico Roberto Ardigò, 21, Ostuni, BR
Stay at this apartment in Ostuni. Enjoy free WiFi, private plunge pools, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Rosa Marina Beach and Piazza della Liberta ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (25 reviews)
"The two bedrooms rooms in our apartment were beautiful. The bathroom was spacious and nice, it was very private, we could have stayed here a while. The Hotel is spread across a few different residences in nearby streets, but it's a nice quiet and pretty neighbourhood and very convenient as well. ..."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Dama Bianca Boutique Hotel Ostuni
Palazzo Le Cupole by Wonderful Italy

Palazzo Le Cupole by Wonderful Italy

Via Giuseppe Spennati, 6, Ostuni, BR
Stay at this apartment in Ostuni. Enjoy free WiFi, rainfall showerheads, and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Rosa Marina Beach and Museum of Preclassical ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (13 reviews)
Great stay
"Unfortunately one room wasn’t available offered us an alternative which was great."

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2025

Palazzo Le Cupole by Wonderful Italy
1940 Luxury Accommodations by Wonderful Italy

1940 Luxury Accommodations by Wonderful Italy

Via Calatafimi 5, Ostuni, BR
Stay at this apartment in Ostuni. Enjoy free WiFi, furnished balconies, and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Rosa Marina Beach and Piazza della Liberta ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Benny and Carla were amazing and the property is wonderful - a 6th century Palazzo, one of the oldest in town, was decorated beautifully and had all modern amenities including a great shower, patio and wonderful tea and coffee options. The bed was the most comfortable we’ve ever slept in. Stay ..."

Reviewed on 14 May 2025

1940 Luxury Accommodations by Wonderful Italy
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Great old town, easy to walk around. Plenty of eateries of varying prices.

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