Bari City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bari City Centre
Popular places to visit
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.
Bari Cathedral
Peruse the museum and delve into the crypt beneath this cathedral to find a fascinating archeological site with Roman and medieval treasures.
Teatro Margherita
Enjoy a performance at Teatro Margherita, a popular theatre in Bari. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Activities
Alberobello and Matera Bus Tour, from Bari
Bari: Award-Winning Chef Pasta, Tiramisu & Gelato Class
Bari Airport: 1-Way Shared Transfer to Matera City Center
Our pick of the best Bari City Centre Hotel Deals
Mövenpick Hotel Bari
"After noon chocolate hour was great. Bar was fully stocked and had anything you wanted. Decor and atmosphere was fantastic."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
JR Hotels Oriente Bari
"Th staff was very friendly. Very nice breakfast buffet and location was close to many sites."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Zodiacus
"Had all the mid cons. Met by person who took us to another building where our room was down the street. Very central and close to old town."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
IL LEON D'ORO HOTEL BARI – BY FARACE HOTELS
"Clean room. Great breakfast. Friendly staff. The parking facility was closed. This information was not available in the Expedia website."
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Palazzo Calò
"The staff were extremely helpful. The room was comfortable and quite large (got family room). We were a bit hot night as the ac didn’t appear to work or work well. The breakfast was good. The location was excellent with plenty of restaurants, cafes, shops, etc in walking distance and the area was ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Boston Hotel
"Excellent. Good location"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
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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 Piazza Mercantile 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 Bari Harbor and Corso Cavour, 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 Bari Harbor 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 Bari Harbor or Pane e Pomodoro Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Quintino Sella Station to get around town.
