To visit

“Town of the two seas” due to its position between the Ionic and the Adriatic sea.

The famous “Ponte Girevole”, one of the few formidable steel opening bridges in the world. The bridge connects the “old town” island to the “new town” part;

the Aragonese Castle, with its beautiful fortified towers, placed just on the edge of the old islet and open to guided tours;

The National Archeological Museum MArTA, describes the story of the people who lived in southern Italy.

Distance: 32 km.

The “Terra cotta town” is known for its never-ending succession of lovely handicrafts workshops.

The “Casa Vestita Museum” with a wonderful indoor garden and a Medieval rocky Church.

Distance: 25 km.

A small fairy-tale village named after its circular shape; in addition to the immaculate historical centre

The so-called  “Marina” (via Nardelli) with panoramic restaurants and bistrot overlooking the Valle d’Itria

Distance: 6 km

With its panorama over the countryside and the recognisable butcher shops among  intersected alleys, where chosing and tasting different kinds of genuine local grilled meat.

The flavorful and famous “bombette” meat rolls.

Distance: 11 km.

U.N.E.S.C.O heritage site, to learn about the “Trulli”, ancient houses with their funny and characteristic rooves shaped like cones; many of them have currently been turned into tempting small shops of handicrafts and local products.

The Trullo Sovrano, the only trullo built on two floors with authentic furnishings;

S. Antonio Church, which uses the same trullo construction technique.

Distanza: 15 km.

The “White town” due to its historical centre painted with white lime, will be reminding you a casbah, a real maze of little houses, staircases, ancient palaces and hidden corners.

Piazza S. Oronzo with the obelisk and the statue of the town Saint protector, surrounded by buzzing bars and cafès;

a walk along the lively  via Cattedrale leading to the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta with an amazing 24 spokes rose window, among the most beautiful and largest in Europe; just opposite it, there is the Scoppa Arch,the most baroque in town;

the breathtaking sunset over the olive trees valley that you can enjoy from via Gaetano Tanzarella.

An unusual ride on the three-wheeled Ape car is a funny alternative to see the old town.

Distanza. 24 km.

The oldest part of the town seems to magically emerge from the sea bed, making such a pleasant atmosphere also through a clever use of lighting.

The white shingle beach of Calaporto you can reach through a long staircase carved into the rock and surrounded by greenery;

walking past the Arco Marchesale, you will find yourself  into the historical centre to get lost among welcoming alleys, restaurants and small shops.

The ideal setting to take  unforgettable pictures is represented by some gorgeous panoramic terraces overlooking the sea.

Distance: 40 km.

Lively port town on the Adriatic coast. The historical centre is just beautiful and full of nice bars, retaurants and shops.

The Cathedral of Madonna della Madia, the Saint protector of the town with the unusual procession into the sea on the 14th of August;

Palazzo Palmieri, an eighteenth century late baroque style palace; the Old Port with its boats always moored, looks like a real painting for those who love romantic atmosphere;

the sixteenth-century Castle of Charles the Fifth, built by the sea and currently seat of an interesting museum, can be the start to stroll along the marina.

Distanza: 33 km.

The quintessential Baroque style city, preserves several monuments of Roman, Medieval and Reinassance period. The city will tell you its story through its ancient palaces, squares and opulent decorations.

Piazza Duomo,scenographic with the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, the Palazzo Episcopale and the Bell Tower,

seems to involve visitors in a three-dimensional experience;

The Basilica of Santa Croce, will be touching you with its outside magnificence and the beauty of its altars , frescoes and coffered ceilings;

finally, the impressing Amphitheatre set in the square of S.Oronzo and the Theatre to which is attached an interesting Museum preserving archeological finds, rediscovered during excavations.

Distance: 99 km.

The tasty “Pasticciotto”, shortcrust pastry speciality with a mouth-watering  custard filling.