3 hours
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Italian
Overview
The city fortifications are the protagonists of this itinerary. From the implantation of the megalithic walls at the Bastion of Santa Scolastica, to the demolition of the city defenses by Murat who started the chessboard work of the new city. Bari, its defenses, its history.
Operated by
Baritours
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A must see in the historic center of Bari
SusanayCarlos, Aug 2023
Excellent walk with Ana through the historic center of the city, full of small details that require being pointed out by an expert. Thank you so much!
Rosella a very friendly guide with a lot of knowledge about the history of Bari.
Pioneer56564697963, May 2023
Excellent walking tour The Rosella guide very friendly, polite and knowledgeable. It is an hour spent enjoying the culture of Bari
The "Genuinefuges" in Bari Vecchia with Bari Tour
rosalbad509, Nov 2022
Being a guide to 12 "Chickens" is not easy... but the Francesca Guide succeeded very well, with humor but seasoned with great cultural expertise we had a great time! Recommended!
Tour of Bari
carmelagr15, Aug 2022
Roseta and Francesca showed us the city of Bari with a lot of charm and sympathy. Fun and highly recommended tour!!!
Itinerary
Castello Normanno Svevo
Complete visit of the Norman-Swabian Castle and the Gipsoteca, housed inside, where you can admire 130 models that portray the masterpieces of the Apulian Romanesque. Capitals, shelves, statues and architectural details faithfully reproduced in 1911 by the sculptors Pasquale Duretti and Mario Sabatelli. The price includes the entrance ticket to the Castle.
1 hourAdmission IncludedStrada delle Orecchiette
Once out of the Castle, we reach the alley of the Arco Basso, where real "street artists" from the Bari cuisine sit, one after the other, modeling the "orecchiette" (typical pasta) with their quick hands .
15 minutesCattedrale di San Sabino
Visit the exterior of the Cathedral, history and architecture.
15 minutesBasilica San Nicola
History of the Byzantine Citadel and St. Nicholas, with a view of the Basilica (external)
20 minutesMuraglia di Bari Vecchia
Walk on the Wall of Bari Vecchia (Via Venezia) with a panoramic view of the city and some bastions.
Fortino S. Antonio
Located in front of the old port, it is one of the four ramparts that marked the walls of Bari until the nineteenth century and represents the highest point of the old city from which it is possible to embrace the traces of the medieval walls behind the Imperatore waterfront. Augusto (left) and the profile of the waterfront dating back to the first half of the 20th century (right).
15 minutesPiazza del Ferrarese
History of the Piazza, known in the past as Piazzetta d’armi, obtained where the Sea Gate stood. Today it represents the dynamic point of connection between the historic center and the Muratian village of the city.
10 minutes
Experience
Inclusions
- Interpreter specialized in your language
- Certified guide with specialization in archeology and cultural heritage
- Entrance ticket to the Castle
- Quick access to sites to visit
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Languages
Italian
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.