Bari City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bari City Centre
Popular places to visit
Bari Cathedral
Peruse the museum and delve into the crypt beneath this cathedral to find a fascinating archeological site with Roman and medieval treasures.
Basilica of San Nicola
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.
Petruzzelli Theatre
Choose from opera, ballet and symphony shows at this large theater renowned for bringing overlooked works from centuries past back to life.
Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi
Sit with a book and enjoy the serene ambiance in this pretty square of palm trees, floral displays and green lawns.
Piazza del Ferrarese
Relish the wonderful view of the colorful docked boats from this port-side plaza lined by palm trees and medieval structures.
Teatro Margherita
Enjoy a performance at Teatro Margherita, a popular theatre in Bari. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Bari Airport: 1-Way Shared Transfer to Matera City Center
Alberobello and Matera Bus Tour, from Bari
Bari: St. Nicholas Basilica and Crypt Guided Tour
Bari: Street Food Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Our pick of the best Bari City Centre Hotel Deals
IL LEON D'ORO HOTEL BARI – BY FARACE HOTELS
Mövenpick Hotel Bari
Excellent location, most lansmarks are a short walk away, Fantanstic buffet breakfast you can even order fresh squeezed OJ, while enjoying your meal at the rooftop restaurant.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
VICTOR HOTEL
hospitality was amazing
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Zodiacus
Great room right in the heart of Bari just across from a great wine bar
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
JR Hotels Oriente Bari
Good breakfast. Dated but clean room with nice size bathroom
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Palazzo Calò
Very quaint and unique hotel with great breakfast and great service
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bari City Centre
Old Town Bari
Unique features of Old Town Bari include the historical sites and waterfront views. Make a stop by Basilica of San Nicola or Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle while you're exploring the area.
Murat
If you're spending some time in Murat, Corso Cavour and Piazza Aldo Moro are top sights worth seeing.
Madonnella
When in Madonnella, you can plan a visit to Petruzzelli Theatre and Piazza Aldo Moro, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Municipio 2
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 3
Travellers like the beaches in Municipio 3, and Lido San Francesco is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Municipio 1
Historical sites and waterfront views are highlights of Municipio 1. Make a stop by PalaFlorio or Pane e Pomodoro Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Quintino Sella Station to get around town.
