Gelso Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Ponte dei Lapilli
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ponte dei Lapilli during your trip to Polignano a Mare? While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Cala Fetente
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cala Fetente during your trip to Polignano a Mare? While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Statue of Domenico Modugno
You can find out about the history of Polignano a Mare when you stop by Statue of Domenico Modugno. Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches or simply enjoy its local cheese shops.
San Vito Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, San Vito Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Polignano a Mare.
Lama Monachile Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Lama Monachile Beach during your travels in Polignano a Mare? While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Cala Paura Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cala Paura Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Polignano a Mare. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Activities
Boat trip to the Polignano a Mare caves
Polignano a Mare Eco Boat Tour with Snorkeling Mar y Sol
Shared tour of the Polignano a Mare caves with prosecco
Polignano: Catamaran Cruise with Aperitif and Snacks
Polignano a Mare: Stand-Up Paddle Tour or Rental
Polignano a Mare: Boat Cruise with Prosecco
Our pick of the best Gelso Hotel Deals
Covo dei Saraceni
We loved our stay at Covo dei Saraceni, the location and views from the hotel are unmatched in the area. Parking was free, easy and a short walk from the hotel. The breakfast buffed was incredible with a huge variety of foods and amazing views from the breakfast room. The room was well kept and clean ...
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Suite 10
Great location and elevator
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Barion Hotel
Concerns dealt with immediately. Staff responsive to requests and went out of their way to meet your needs.
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Borgo Egnazia
A truly world class hotel. All the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The concierge staff in particular went above and beyond normal expectations. The property is very well situated to explore the many must see towns in Puglia. Would advise to rent a car
Reviewed on 27 May 2025
Cala Ponte, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Great staff, accommodation lacking in some respects. Location good for access to Marina.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Villa Torre Bianca by Emily Hotels
Outstanding hotel, stunning inside and out. The staff were amazing. Booked experiences for us and polite and helpful. We did the cooking class on site which was amazing and great value. A truly memorable place, we entered the villa as strangers but after 2 days we left feeling like part of the family. ...
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gelso
Historic Center
When in Historic Center, you can plan a visit to Lama Monachile Beach and Statue of Domenico Modugno, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Pozziglioni
Pozziglioni might not have many top sights, but Grotta Ardito Promenade and Lama Monachile Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Macello
While Macello isn't home to many top sights, Grotta Ardito Promenade and Lama Monachile Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
San Vito
While visiting San Vito, you might make a stop by sights like Abbey of San Vito and San Vito Beach.