Old Town Bari Travel Guide

Bari

A sunny square with historic buildings, outdoor cafes, and a clear blue sky.
A church interior with a mosaic, a wooden altar, and a golden iconostasis.
A plaza with historic buildings, a clear blue sky, and a large bronze sculpture with golden graffiti.
A large, historic church with a prominent central tower and arched windows.
A detailed ceiling with intricate gold designs and frescoes.

Stay near popular Old Town Bari attractions

A large church with a prominent circular window and a cross on top.

Bari Cathedral

9.2/10 (599 reviews)
Peruse the museum and delve into the crypt beneath this cathedral to find a fascinating archeological site with Roman and medieval treasures.
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Things to do

UNESCO Tour: Alberobello and Matera by private bus from Bari

UNESCO Tour: Alberobello and Matera by private bus from Bari

£33
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
UNESCO Tour: Alberobello and Matera by private bus from Bari
Picture 1 for Activity Bari: Guided Walking Tour

Bari: Guided Walking Tour

£29
per adult
Bari: Guided Walking Tour
Itria Valley: Polignano, Ostuni, and Locorotondo, from Bari

From Bari: Valle d'Itria, Polignano, Ostuni and Locorotondo

£41
per adult
From Bari: Valle d'Itria, Polignano, Ostuni and Locorotondo
Altamura and Matera Tour from Bari with Transport Included

Altamura and Matera Tour from Bari with Transport Included

£59
per adult
Altamura and Matera Tour from Bari with Transport Included
Bari: City Bike Rental

Bari: City Bike Rental

£21
per adult
Bari: City Bike Rental
Matera Alberobello your Adventure among the UNESCO World Heritage

Matera Alberobello your Adventure among the UNESCO World Heritage

£64
per adult
Matera Alberobello your Adventure among the UNESCO World Heritage
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Top hotels in Old Town Bari

Palazzo Calò

Palazzo Calò

4 out of 5
Strada Lamberti 8 Bari BA
The price is £193 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
£193
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (554 reviews)
"Great location. Very cute clean room. Reception desk is very helpful"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Palazzo Calò
Il Trespolo degli Angeli

Il Trespolo degli Angeli

Via Piazzetta 62 Marinai, 15 Bari BA
The price is £127 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£127
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 beach bars. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Pane e Pomodoro Beach are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
"Small charming B&B located in the heart of the historic old town. The inn keepers were wonderful and could not do enough to make sure our stay was enjoyable. We will definately be back!"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Il Trespolo degli Angeli
Palazzo San Rocco by Wonderful Italy

Palazzo San Rocco by Wonderful Italy

Str. Nuccia Serra Bari BA
Stay at this guesthouse in Bari. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room espresso maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Pane e Pomodoro Beach ...
6/10 (22 reviews)
"Toilet seat was broken - moisture on the Wall. Air/clim didn’t work. Floor was peeling. We send messages and didn’t receive any responses ."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

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Palazzo San Rocco by Wonderful Italy
Torre Tresca 2

Torre Tresca 2

Str. Annunziata 4 Bari BA
Stay at this guesthouse in Bari. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and air conditioning. Popular attractions Bari Harbor and Pane e Pomodoro Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (72 reviews)
"Room was very clean , air conditioning. Very close to the tourist attraction."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

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Torre Tresca 2
Parco dei Principi Hotel Congress & Spa

Parco dei Principi Hotel Congress & Spa

4 out of 5
Prolungamento Viale Europa 6 Bari BA
The price is £165 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£165
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Bari. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (965 reviews)
"This was our second time staying at this hotel because of the convenience being close to the Bari airport and the shuttle service which is included. The staff was very accommodating when arrived a day early and helpful with our luggage. A lovely breakfast buffet was also included. We would stay here ..."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Parco dei Principi Hotel Congress & Spa
The Nicolaus Hotel

The Nicolaus Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Cardinale A. Ciasca, 27 Bari BA
The price is £154 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£154
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Bari. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (978 reviews)
"This hotel is dated and needs renovation. The rooms do have carpet which is different to the pictures while booking. It also 40+ minutes away walking from Bari City center. If you are touristing around, there are better options in this price range"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

The Nicolaus Hotel
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Where to stay in Old Town Bari

Find the best Old Town Bari areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Old Town Bari
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A marina with various boats docked, a stone wall, and buildings in the background.

Bari City Centre

Discover Bari City Centre, memorable for its historical sites. Popular attractions in Bari City Centre include Bari Harbor and Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Quintino Sella Station.

Teatro Petruzzelli, a historic red and white building with ornate decorations and multiple banners.

Murat

If you're spending some time in Murat, Piazza Aldo Moro and Palazzo Mincuzzi are top sights worth seeing.

A town with white buildings and distinctive conical roofs, likely a historic or cultural site.

Municipio 2

Historical sites, gardens and bars are just a few things travellers enjoy about Municipio 2. Check out Criminal Court of Bari or Parco 2 Giugno while you're exploring the area.

An interior with arched ceilings, ornate columns, and detailed frescoes.

Municipio 1

Historical sites and waterfront views are highlights of Municipio 1. Make a stop by Bari Harbor or PalaFlorio while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Quintino Sella Station to get around town.

A rocky breakwater with the sea in the background.

Municipio 3

Travellers like the beaches in Municipio 3, and Lido San Francesco is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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