Polignano a Mare: Street Food Tour & Sea View Tastings

Polignano’s alleys, Modugno’s statue, street food bites and sea air

You’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.

What’s included

Your experience includes four distinct Apulian street food tastings—both savory and sweet—plus a glass of local wine at Malidea overlooking the sea, all led by a knowledgeable local guide as you explore Polignano’s historic center together.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Guided street food tour in Polignano a Mare

• Visit viewpoint between bridge and sea
• See statue of Domenico Modugno
• Enter historic center via Arco Marchesale
• Enjoy wine at Malidea cocktail bar

The Experience

We’d barely squeezed through the Arco Marchesale when our guide, Giulia, waved us over to this wall covered in painted phrases. I caught something about “amore” and “mare” — she said locals leave poems here for luck or just to tease each other. Right then, the salty breeze hit me from the sea below. It was louder than I expected, almost swallowing up her words. First stop: warm panzerotto, handed straight from a tiny window by a woman who called me “tesoro.” The dough was crisp but not greasy; I burned my tongue anyway because I couldn’t wait. That’s on me.

We wandered up toward Piazza dell’Orologio, past old men playing cards under faded umbrellas. Giulia pointed out the Mother Church — apparently weddings spill out onto these stones every Saturday. Someone was singing “Volare” near the statue of Domenico Modugno (I tried to hum along but gave up). The second tasting was some kind of octopus sandwich; honestly, I hesitated at first but it was so fresh and lemony that I forgot my nerves after two bites. There’s this moment where you realize you’re eating with your hands on a centuries-old stone bench overlooking the Adriatic — it feels both casual and kind of cinematic.

The last stop was Malidea, this cocktail bar perched above the cliffs. We got a glass of local white wine (can’t remember the name — something with “Greco”) and watched kids jumping off rocks far below. The sun was starting to dip; everything turned honey-colored for about five minutes before it got chilly again. Someone laughed behind us in dialect I couldn’t catch. Four tastings went by fast — sweet finale with almond pastries dusted in sugar — but what stuck most was how everyone greeted Giulia like an old friend as we passed through those tangled alleys. Makes you feel like you’re part of something for a little while.

Top questions

How long does the Polignano a Mare street food tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.

Are there vegetarian options on the street food tour?

The reference content doesn’t specify vegetarian options.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

How many food tastings are included?

The tour includes four different street food tastings.

Is pickup included in this Polignano a Mare food tour?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; guests meet at the starting point.

Can infants join the tour?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller.

Will there be a local guide during the tour?

Yes, a local guide accompanies you throughout the tour.

What is one highlight stop on this day trip in Polignano?

A glass of wine at Malidea cocktail bar with sea views is included.