Magna Grecia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Magna Grecia
Popular places to visit
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.
Ponte Girevole
Watch the moving deck revolve to let boats pass alongside this historic steel bridge between the old and new peninsulas.
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.
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.
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.
Spiaggia di Porto Franco
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Spiaggia di Porto Franco during your trip to Taranto? Make time to visit the monuments and cathedral while you're in the area.
Activities
Private Tour of Taranto aboard an Ape Calessino
NZ$40
per adult
Excellence of the sea: a food and wine journey in Taranto
NZ$101
per adult
Taranto : Boat tour in the crystal clear waters of the Ionian Sea
NZ$363
per adult
Locorotondo, Alberobello, Martina Franca departing from Taranto
NZ$242
per adult
Taranto : Relax on one of the most beautiful beaches
NZ$302
per adult
Our pick of the best Magna Grecia Hotel Deals
Salina Hotel
Via Mediterraneo, 1 Taranto TA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$214 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
NZ$214
16 Feb - 17 Feb
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! (112 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
Hotel Europa Taranto
Via Roma 2 Taranto TA
The price is NZ$232 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$232
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (31 reviews)
Very friendly staff, an exceptionally good breakfast, and a prime location, highly recommended.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Relais Villa San Martino
Via Taranto 59 Zona G Martina Franca TA
Stay at this luxury hotel in Martina Franca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ducal Palace and Basilica di San Martino ...
9/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)
Staff were all great, room was impeccable
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
*New for this year, air conditioning* Beautiful, private & spacious villa.
Ceglie
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Ceglie Messapica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Castle of Ceglie Messapica and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews)
Could be so much better
The villa itself looks as per the pictures. The villa is set in a neglected large plot. The front garden is not usable, but could be an amazing space. The trees by the pool all need pruning and there are several cactus plants that would be a hazard to small children. The crazy paving around the pool ...
Reviewed on 12 July 2023
Best Western Hotel Massafra
SS7 634 Massafra TA
The price is NZ$122 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
NZ$122
20 Feb - 21 Feb
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (27 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
Park Hotel San Michele
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! (382 reviews)
The staff was great and very helpful
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
