Castellana Grotte Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Grotte
The Castellana Caves (Italian: Grotte di Castellana) are a remarkable karst cave system located in the municipality of Castellana Grotte, in the province of Bari, Apulia. They are one of the most famous show caves of Italy. The caves, discovered in 1938 by the speleologist Franco Anelli, are situated 1 kilometer (0.62 mi) south of Castellana.The entrance is represented by an enormous vertical tunnel 60 meters (200 ft) long. The main cave is named "La Grave" (as abyss), and others are named Black Cavern (Caverna Nera), White Cave (Grotta Bianca) and Precipice Cavern (Caverna del Precipizio).
Grotte
The Castellana Caves (Italian: Grotte di Castellana) are a remarkable karst cave system located in the municipality of Castellana Grotte, in the province of Bari, Apulia. They are one of the most famous show caves of Italy. The caves, discovered in 1938 by the speleologist Franco Anelli, are situated 1 kilometer (0.62 mi) south of Castellana.The entrance is represented by an enormous vertical tunnel 60 meters (200 ft) long. The main cave is named "La Grave" (as abyss), and others are named Black Cavern (Caverna Nera), White Cave (Grotta Bianca) and Precipice Cavern (Caverna del Precipizio).
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Park Hotel La Grave

Park Hotel La Grave

4 out of 5
La Grave Strada Comunale Chiancud Castellana Grotte BA
The price is NZ$217 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
NZ$217
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Castellana Grotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Castellana Caves and Franco Anelli Speleological ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (67 reviews)
The breakfast was a bit limited, but we did enjoy all there was. We did not try any of the facitlites, too busy tourist outside.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Park Hotel La Grave
Hotel La Vetta Europa

Hotel La Vetta Europa

3 out of 5
Via Vito Matarrese, 33 Castellana Grotte BA
The price is NZ$98 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
NZ$98
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Castellana Grotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel La Vetta Europa
Borgo Egnazia

Borgo Egnazia

5 out of 5
Strada Comunale Egnazia Fasano BR
The price is NZ$1,052 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
NZ$1,052
9 Apr - 10 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Fasano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Zoosafari and San Domenico Golf Club are located ...
Borgo Egnazia
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Luxury trullo, Private Pool, Air con, Private Tennis Court, Pizza Oven

Luxury trullo, Private Pool, Air con, Private Tennis Court, Pizza Oven

castellana grotte Apulia
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Castellana Grotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a fitness centre. Popular attractions The Trulli of Alberobello ...
10/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Fantastic accommodation, well equipped and within easy reach of most towns, would definitely recommend and will be returning soon.

Reviewed on 26 July 2025

Luxury trullo, Private Pool, Air con, Private Tennis Court, Pizza Oven
Trullo with pool surrounded by nature ... A few km from Polignano a Mare

Trullo with pool surrounded by nature ... A few km from Polignano a Mare

Castellana Grotte Puglia
Stay at this villa in Castellana Grotte. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Il Parco dei Dinosauri and Indiana Park are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
Grows on you..
We arrived in some of the worst rain ive seen and we are English! So it all felt quite difficult to start with, the lanes leading into the property were tiny, pot holes full of water etc.... however as the sun broke(eventually) we found the whole experience just idyllic. We used the Trulli to cook ...

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2023

Trullo with pool surrounded by nature ... A few km from Polignano a Mare
Trulli e Puglia

Trulli e Puglia

Piazza Gabriele D'Annunzio, 2 Alberobello BA
Stay at this aparthotel in Alberobello. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (372 reviews)
Great trulli b&b, original but still meet modern standards interior design

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Trulli e Puglia
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Popular places to visit

The Castellana Caves (Italian: Grotte di Castellana) are a remarkable karst cave system located in the municipality of Castellana Grotte, in the province of Bari, Apulia. They are one of the most famous show caves of Italy. The caves, discovered in 1938 by the speleologist Franco Anelli, are situated 1 kilometer (0.62 mi) south of Castellana.The entrance is represented by an enormous vertical tunnel 60 meters (200 ft) long. The main cave is named "La Grave" (as abyss), and others are named Black Cavern (Caverna Nera), White Cave (Grotta Bianca) and Precipice Cavern

Castellana Caves

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Castellana Caves during your travels in Castellana Grotte. While in this culturally rich area, you can enjoy the local cheese shops.

Castellana Caves

Indiana Park

Explore the great outdoors at Indiana Park, a lovely green space in Castellana Grotte. You can enjoy the local cheese shops while in the area.

Indiana Park

Il Parco dei Dinosauri

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Il Parco dei Dinosauri during your travels in Castellana Grotte. You can enjoy the local cheese shops while in the area.

Il Parco dei Dinosauri

Astronomical Observatory Sirio

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Astronomical Observatory Sirio in Castellana Grotte. While in this culturally rich area, you can enjoy the local cheese shops.

Astronomical Observatory Sirio

Franco Anelli Speleological Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Franco Anelli Speleological Museum during your trip to Castellana Grotte. While in this culturally rich area, you can enjoy the local cheese shops.

Franco Anelli Speleological Museum

Piazza Franco Anelli

You can find out about the history of Castellana Grotte with a trip to Piazza Franco Anelli. Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area.

Piazza Franco Anelli

Activities

Polignano a Mare: Boat Cruise with Prosecco

Polignano a Mare: Boat Cruise with Prosecco

NZ$79
per adult
Polignano a Mare: Boat Cruise with Prosecco
Monopoli Shared 2.5-Hour Boat Experience with Local Aperitif

Monopoli Shared 2.5-Hour Boat Experience with Local Aperitif

NZ$101
per adult
Monopoli Shared 2.5-Hour Boat Experience with Local Aperitif
Polignano a Mare: Boat Tour with Prosecco and Snacks

Polignano a Mare: Boat Tour with Prosecco and Snacks

NZ$591
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Polignano a Mare: Boat Tour with Prosecco and Snacks
Sunset

Wine Experience: vineyard, wines and food

NZ$57
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wine Experience: vineyard, wines and food
Trullo Sovrano

Skip the Line: Trullo Sovrano Admission Ticket

NZ$5
per adult
Skip the Line: Trullo Sovrano Admission Ticket
Alberobello

Alberobello and Matera Bus Tour, from Bari

NZ$118
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Alberobello and Matera Bus Tour, from Bari
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Cities near Castellana Grotte

Monopoli featuring a coastal town

Monopoli

Clocktower. Conversano. Puglia. Italy.

Conversano

Alberobello featuring a city

Alberobello

Polignano a Mare featuring a beach and rocky coastline as well as a large group of people

Polignano a Mare