Things to do in Bari
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Bari: Street Food Walking Tour with Local Delicacies & Ice Cream★ 4.95 (1,448) · 3h
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Polignano a Mare boat tour: 10km of caves and snorkeling★ 4.81 (1,237) · 1h 30m
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Polignano a Mare boat tour: Sea caves with aperitif★ 4.45 (644) · 1h 30m
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Bari Old Town Walking Tour & Homemade Gelato Tasting★ 4.69 (624) · 2h€ 29View ›
Polignano a Mare boat tour: Caves and swim break, small group★ 4.86 (534) · 1h 50m€ 35View ›
Polignano a Mare: Boat Caves & Swimming Tour from Bari★ 4.82 (458) · 1h 50m€ 40View ›
Polignano a Mare boat tour: Caves, swimming & aperitif★ 4.99 (350) · 2h€ 40View ›
Bari: Fresh Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine★ 4.83 (322) · 3h€ 55View ›
Matera & Alberobello UNESCO Day Trip from Bari: Inside trulli homes★ 4.63 (299) · 6h€ 159View ›
Bari Walking Tour with Pasta Making: Learn & Taste★ 4.74 (294) · 2h€ 69View ›Top rated (10)
Altamura: Frrud Wine Museum Tour & Tasting with Local PairingsYou’ll step into Altamura’s Frrud Wine Museum with locals who rebuilt it from scratch — touch century-old tools, taste three house wines paired with focaccia and cheeses, and swap laughs over stories you won’t find in any brochure. It’s less about ticking boxes than feeling what makes this place matter.
Puglia Day Tour: Trani, Castel del Monte & Seaside VillagesYou’ll step into seaside Trani’s lively harbor life, wander echoing halls at Castel del Monte with your local guide, and taste fresh burrata straight from an Apulian dairy. With private car pickup from your hotel and plenty of slow moments to soak up village life or cliffside views, this day trip lets you feel Puglia’s warmth at every turn.
Alberobello, Monopoli & Polignano: Small Group Day Trip BariYou’ll step inside real trulli in Alberobello, breathe Monopoli’s salty air as locals mend nets by ancient walls, and find yourself above Polignano’s turquoise cliffs—all with an easy ride from Bari and a guide who knows every shortcut. Expect moments that linger longer than photos ever could.
Bari Vecchia: Walking Tour with Basilica & Swabian CastleYou’ll wander Bari Vecchia’s tangled streets with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Step inside the Basilica di San Nicola, trace ancient city walls with sea views, pause at sunlit cathedrals and finish beneath the Swabian Castle’s shadow. Expect laughter, unexpected details—and maybe even a new friend or two along the way.
Bari street food tour with local guide: Basilica & Castello SvevoA 2.5-hour street food walking tour of Bari Vecchia led by a local English-speaking guide, starting at Piazza San Nicola and moving through the historic squares and landmarks of the old town. You taste panzerotto, focaccia, handmade orecchiette and gelato at local spots, while the guide shares the history of Basilica di San Nicola, Piazza del Ferrarese, Teatro Margherita, Chiesa di San Sabino and Castello Svevo—all viewed from the outside. Vegetarian options are available; the route is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?The 2.5-hour walk moves at a pace that works for all fitness levels, so you do not need to be a serious hiker—just ready to stand and move through the old town streets. If you want to taste Bari's real street food without hunting for the spots yourself, a local guide who knows where to stop and what each place means to the city makes the difference.
Bari: Rickshaw Bike Tour, Swabian Castle & Ice Cream TastingYou’ll ride through Bari’s tangled old town on a modern rickshaw-bike with a local guide who knows every shortcut. Watch fresh pasta being made in hidden alleys, explore landmarks like Swabian Castle and St. Nicholas Basilica, then finish with homemade ice cream. It’s lively, unscripted—and leaves you wanting to linger just a bit longer.
Polignano boat tour: Caves, cliffs & proseccoA two-hour guided boat tour along the coast of Polignano a Mare departs from Cala Ponte Marina and passes through a sequence of sea caves, coves and rock formations, including the Grotta Palazzese, Grotta degli Innamorati, and the Lama Monachile cliff. The route includes time to swim; prosecco and taralli are served on board. A live guide speaks English or Italian.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see the Polignano caves and cliffs from the water rather than from the land — the boat gets you inside the limestone formations and past the Red Bull cliff diving location, with time to swim between the stops.
Bari Cooking Class: Traditional Focaccia & OrecchietteA cooking class in Bari where you make focaccia and orecchiette by hand with a local guide, then taste both dishes with wine. The class runs about two hours in a small, intimate setting and includes all equipment and a glass of local wine. A live guide teaches in English or Italian depending on the group.Is it for me?Book this for a morning or afternoon when you want to spend time actually making something, not watching someone else make it. The class is small and intimate, so you're learning from a guide who grew up eating this food, and you leave knowing how to do it yourself.
Polignano a Mare: Apulian Cooking Class & Wine TastingYou’ll knead dough side by side with a local chef in Polignano a Mare, tasting fresh Apulian snacks and sipping regional wine as you learn to shape traditional pasta. Share stories over lunch or dinner made from your own hands—and leave with flour on your shirt and new friends at your table.
Bari: Street Food Bike Tour with Local Tastings & GuideYou’ll pedal through Bari’s lively old town with a local guide, tasting fresh focaccia, salumi, cheese, and panzerotti right where they’re made. Expect laughter with food artisans and stories in hidden corners—from ancient piazzas to Swabian Castle—plus homemade ice cream before you roll back. You might leave thinking about that focaccia for days.
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Bike Rental Bari: Ride the Apulian Coast & CountrysideYou choose your own route through Bari and the Apulian countryside, picking between coastal rides and inland villages. The rental includes helmet, lock, lights and luggage storage, with staff suggestions on where to go. Kids' bikes and seats are available. You'll need an ID and a 50-euro deposit per bike, refundable on return.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to set their own pace and route through Bari and the Apulian region without joining a group or following a fixed itinerary. The rental is open daily until 7pm, so you can start early or take a leisurely morning and still have a full afternoon on the road.
Polignano a Mare boat tour: Sea caves & aperitifA shared boat tour of Polignano a Mare's sea caves lasting two hours, departing from either San Vito Village or the City Center at times you choose. The boat carries you past limestone cliffs, through sea caves, and past landmarks including a Greek-style fishing village and an islet where a hermit monk once lived. Prosecco, soft drinks and a snack come on board; the boat has a toilet and a live guide who speaks English, Spanish, Italian or Russian. Transport to the departure point costs €10 per person round trip and is arranged separately.Is it for me?Pick the departure time and starting point that match your schedule — the tour runs year-round with multiple daily options, so you can fit it into a morning, an afternoon or whenever you have two hours free in Polignano.
Boat excursion Polignano a Mare: Caves, coves & ProseccoA 90-minute boat excursion along the coast of Polignano a Mare with a live guide in English or Italian, visiting sea caves, hidden coves and the town's most photographed beach from the water. The tour includes an aperitif with Prosecco and typical Apulian taralli. Children from age 1 are welcome, and service animals are allowed on board.Is it for me?Book this tour if you have a free afternoon or morning and want to see Polignano a Mare's famous beach and sea caves without renting a car or committing to a full day. The fixed 90 minutes means you can fit it between other plans, and the boat does the moving while you sit with a drink and watch the coast.
Snorkeling in Polignano a Mare: Sea caves and Lama MonachileA two-hour boat tour from the Abbey of San Vito in Polignano a Mare takes you along dramatic cliffs and hidden coves to snorkel in crystal-clear Adriatic waters and see the iconic Lama Monachile from the sea. The small group stays under 10 guests, and a local skipper narrates the route in English or Italian. Snorkeling gear is provided; the tour ends with Prosecco, focaccia from Bari, and soft drinks aboard.Is it for me?Book this if you want to snorkel from a boat rather than dive, and need a morning or afternoon slot that leaves time to explore Polignano's town center and restaurants afterward.
Polignano Boat Tour: Swim & Prosecco at Grotta PalazzeseThis is a small-group boat tour departing from San Vito fishing harbor to explore Polignano's sea caves and coastline, with a swim stop in a secluded cove and a chilled Prosecco aperitif on board. The 10-seat boat avoids the crowded main port, and your local skipper chooses the safest swimming spot based on that day's sea conditions. Children from age 3 are welcome; the tour runs in English or Italian.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to see Polignano's most famous sea caves and swim in a private cove without the crowds of larger boats from the main port. The small 10-seat boat and the quiet San Vito departure mean you get closer to the caves and more time to photograph them, and the skipper's local knowledge of sea conditions lets him find the best swimming spot each day.
Bari Old Town Bike Tour: Ice Cream, Castles & Local AlleysYou’ll cycle through Bari’s lively piazzas and winding alleys with a local guide, pause for fresh ice cream, explore centuries-old castles and basilicas, and get swept up in daily southern Italian life. Expect laughter, a bit of history, and moments that linger long after you’ve left those sunlit stones behind.
Bari: Street Food Walking Tour with Focaccia & Gelato TastingYou’ll wander Bari’s winding old town with a local guide, tasting fresh focaccia straight from the oven, fried panzerotti and sgagliozze on street corners, sharp cheeses with wine in a family-run shop, and homemade gelato by the sea. Expect laughter, stories, and little moments that stick with you long after you’ve brushed off the crumbs.
Polignano a Mare: Street Food Tour & Sea View TastingsYou’ll taste your way through Polignano a Mare’s winding alleys with four different Apulian street foods, pause for wine above the sea, and hear stories only locals share. Expect laughter over panzerotti, views that linger in your mind, and small surprises between every bite.
Bari Pasta, Tiramisu and Gelato Class: Make and TasteA three-hour hands-on cooking class in Bari where you learn to roll fettuccine and ravioli, prepare tiramisu, and distinguish authentic gelato from mass-produced versions, all taught by a locally recognized chef in a restaurant in the heart of the city. The class includes wine and soft drinks, a meal of the dishes you've made, and a visit to a local gelateria to taste real Italian gelato. You take home all the recipes.Is it for me?Book this class if you want to learn by doing rather than watching—you roll the pasta and build the tiramisu yourself, eat what you've made, and leave with the skills to cook it again. The small group size and three-hour format give you time to absorb the techniques without rushing through the day.
Bari: Bike tour with pasta making & local lunchYou’ll pedal through Bari’s lively old town with a local guide, explore historic sites like Swabian Castle and Basilica San Nicola, then learn to make orecchiette pasta in a real family kitchen. Taste your own creation over lunch with wine — an experience that feels more like visiting friends than taking a tour.
