Magna Grecia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Ponte di Porta Napoli showing a bridge and a river or creek

Ponte Girevole

Watch the moving deck revolve to let boats pass alongside this historic steel bridge between the old and new peninsulas.

Ponte Girevole
Taranto showing street scenes, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Cathedral of San Cataldo

5/5(1 review)

Behind the walls of this important church are the relics of a saint and paintings and sculptures from the 17th century and beyond.

Cathedral of San Cataldo
Aragonese Castle

Aragonese Castle

4/5(1 review)

Discover fascinating insights into the history of Taranto when you tour its old castle, an impressive stronghold that once defended the city from attacks.

Aragonese Castle

New Cathedral

After visiting New Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Taranto. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the spas while you're in the area.

New Cathedral

Taranto Cruise Port

Explore the waterfront in Taranto with a trip to Taranto Cruise Port. Amble around the area's waterfront or visit its monuments.

Taranto Cruise Port

Piazza Maria Immacolata

Learn about the local history of Taranto when you take a trip to Piazza Maria Immacolata. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Piazza Maria Immacolata

Activities

Private Tour of Taranto aboard an Ape Calessino

Private Tour of Taranto aboard an Ape Calessino

AU$36
per adult
Private Tour of Taranto aboard an Ape Calessino
Excellence of the sea: a food and wine journey in Taranto

Excellence of the sea: a food and wine journey in Taranto

AU$89
per adult
Excellence of the sea: a food and wine journey in Taranto
Itria Valley

3-day tour of Puglia departing from Taranto

AU$533
per adult
3-day tour of Puglia departing from Taranto
Taranto : Relax on one of the most beautiful beaches

Taranto : Relax on one of the most beautiful beaches

AU$267
per adult
Taranto : Relax on one of the most beautiful beaches
Taranto: 2 Seas Walking Tour

TARANTO private tour: the town of the two seas

AU$391
per traveller
TARANTO private tour: the town of the two seas
Authentic Routes: The Treasures of Magna Graecia

Private Authentic Tour of The Treasures of Magna Graecia

AU$356
per adult
Private Authentic Tour of The Treasures of Magna Graecia
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Our pick of the best Magna Grecia Hotel Deals

Salina Hotel

Salina Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Mediterraneo, 1 Taranto TA
The price is AU$193 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$193
16 Dec - 17 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Taranto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Conchetta di Posto Vecchio and Spiaggia di Porto Franco ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (107 reviews)
The Hotel is new and very modern. A great place to stay to move around Puglia Very clean and great restaurant and also breakfast Very recommendable

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Salina Hotel
Park Hotel San Michele

Park Hotel San Michele

4 out of 5
Viale Carella 9 Martina Franca TA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Martina Franca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (378 reviews)
The staff was great and very helpful

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

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Park Hotel San Michele
Hotel Europa Taranto

Hotel Europa Taranto

Via Roma 2 Taranto TA
The price is AU$217 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
AU$217
4 Dec - 5 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Taranto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions National Archaeological Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
Excellent location. The breakfast was the best of all the hotels that we've been to.

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Hotel Europa Taranto
Ethra Reserve - Alborèa 5*

Ethra Reserve - Alborèa 5*

5 out of 5
S.S.106 Localita Principessa Castellaneta TA
Stay at this luxury hotel in Castellaneta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Castellaneta Marina Beach and Chiatona Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (48 reviews)
Simply our favorite place. We are an extended family made up of two grandparents, three families, and kids ranging from 10 to 17 years old, and for the past ten years, we’ve chosen Alborea Eco Lodge as our summer holiday destination. Every time it confirms our love for it—and every time, it’s hard ...

Reviewed on 27 July 2025

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Ethra Reserve - Alborèa 5*
Best Western Hotel Massafra

Best Western Hotel Massafra

4 out of 5
SS7 634 Massafra TA
The price is AU$110 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$110
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Massafra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Castle Massafra and Chiatona Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (23 reviews)
New, clean property that in on the edge of Massafra in a commercial area. Access to the main road is excellent but you need a car to get into the city. Taranto is a short 15 minute drive away.

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Best Western Hotel Massafra
HOTEL DELFINO TARANTO

HOTEL DELFINO TARANTO

Viale Virgilio 66 Taranto TA
The price is AU$169 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
AU$169
4 Dec - 5 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Taranto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and room service. Popular attractions Piazza Maria Immacolata and Palazzo ...
7.6/10 Good! (182 reviews)
We found the property exceeded our expectations. New very clean great staff excellent parking excellent access to bus and the city center. The food at the restaurant was exceptional.

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

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