Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Castellana Grotte January 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Castellana Grotte Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Castellana-Grotte.dx6123450)[Hotels in Castellana Grotte](https://expedia.co.uk/Castellana-Grotte-Hotels.d6123450.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Castellana Grotte](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Castellana-Grotte.d6123450.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Castellana Grotte Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Castellana-Grotte.d6123450.Car-Hire-Guide)[Castellana Grotte Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Castellana-Grotte.d6123450.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Castellana Grotte ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Castellana Grotte Types of activities [Castellana Grotte travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Castellana-Grotte.dx6123450) ![Grotte](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105190/b10146fc-6c81-4b0f-9ad7-32afd85d8964.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Grotte](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105190/b10146fc-6c81-4b0f-9ad7-32afd85d8964.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Castellana Caves (Italian: Grotte di Castellana) are a remarkable karst cave system located in the municipality of Castellana Grotte, in the province of Bari, Apulia. They are one of the most famous show caves of Italy. The caves, discovered in 1938 by the speleologist Franco Anelli, are situated 1 kilometer (0.62 mi) south of Castellana.The entrance is represented by an enormous vertical tunnel 60 meters (200 ft) long. The main cave is named "La Grave" (as abyss), and others are named Black Cavern (Caverna Nera), White Cave (Grotta Bianca) and Precipice Cavern (Caverna del Precipizio).](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105190/33b0c76a-950b-44bb-b1e9-963a2e344cf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Grotte](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105190/8838b3f8-d1e4-4959-963b-f10a00ec183a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Castellana Caves (Italian: Grotte di Castellana) are a remarkable karst cave system located in the municipality of Castellana Grotte, in the province of Bari, Apulia. They are one of the most famous show caves of Italy. The caves, discovered in 1938 by the speleologist Franco Anelli, are situated 1 kilometer (0.62 mi) south of Castellana.The entrance is represented by an enormous vertical tunnel 60 meters (200 ft) long. The main cave is named "La Grave" (as abyss), and others are named Black Cavern (Caverna Nera), White Cave (Grotta Bianca) and Precipice Cavern (Caverna del Precipizio).](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105190/25bf5103-5ea2-4d4c-ba53-6c5e27b52257.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Castellana Grotte Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Castellana Grotte has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Castellana Grotte, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Castellana Grotte with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Castellana Grotte Castellana Grotte is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Castellana Grotte, and make it a breeze to explore Castellana Grotte and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Castellana Grotte to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Castellana Grotte, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Castellana Grotte | Number of things to do | 139 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Skip the Line: Trullo Sovrano Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/skip-the-line-trullo-sovrano-admission-ticket.a677068.activity-details): £3 | | Top 5 things to do | [Polignano a Mare Eco Boat Tour with Snorkelling Mar y Sol](/things-to-do/polignano-a-mare-eco-boat-tour-with-snorkelling-mar-y-sol.a50157376.activity-details)[Shared tour of the Polignano a Mare caves with prosecco](/things-to-do/shared-tour-of-the-polignano-a-mare-caves-with-prosecco.a48412576.activity-details)[Polignano a Mare: Boat Cruise to Scenic Caves with Prosecco](/things-to-do/polignano-a-mare-boat-cruise-to-scenic-caves-with-prosecco.a47987347.activity-details)[Polignano a Mare: Coast to Coast TukTuk Tour](/things-to-do/polignano-a-mare-coast-to-coast-tuktuk-tour.a50388443.activity-details)[Polignano a Mare: Fiat 500 Tour with Gelato](/things-to-do/polignano-a-mare-fiat-500-tour-with-gelato.a50386704.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Polignano a Mare Eco Boat Tour with Snorkelling Mar y Sol](/things-to-do/polignano-a-mare-eco-boat-tour-with-snorkelling-mar-y-sol.a50157376.activity-details)[Shared tour of the Polignano a Mare caves with prosecco](/things-to-do/shared-tour-of-the-polignano-a-mare-caves-with-prosecco.a48412576.activity-details)[Polignano a Mare: Boat Cruise to Scenic Caves with Prosecco](/things-to-do/polignano-a-mare-boat-cruise-to-scenic-caves-with-prosecco.a47987347.activity-details)[Polignano a Mare: Coast to Coast TukTuk Tour](/things-to-do/polignano-a-mare-coast-to-coast-tuktuk-tour.a50388443.activity-details)[Polignano a Mare: Fiat 500 Tour with Gelato](/things-to-do/polignano-a-mare-fiat-500-tour-with-gelato.a50386704.activity-details) | | With kids | [Polignano a Mare Eco Boat Tour with Snorkelling Mar y Sol](/things-to-do/polignano-a-mare-eco-boat-tour-with-snorkelling-mar-y-sol.a50157376.activity-details)[Shared tour of the Polignano a Mare caves with prosecco](/things-to-do/shared-tour-of-the-polignano-a-mare-caves-with-prosecco.a48412576.activity-details)[Polignano a Mare: Boat Cruise to Scenic Caves with Prosecco](/things-to-do/polignano-a-mare-boat-cruise-to-scenic-caves-with-prosecco.a47987347.activity-details)[Polignano a Mare: Coast to Coast TukTuk Tour](/things-to-do/polignano-a-mare-coast-to-coast-tuktuk-tour.a50388443.activity-details)[Private Oil Tasting Experience in Monopoli](/things-to-do/private-oil-tasting-experience-in-monopoli.a47492859.activity-details) | ## What to do in Castellana Grotte --- ### Popular places to visit ![The Castellana Caves (Italian: Grotte di Castellana) are a remarkable karst cave system located in the municipality of Castellana Grotte, in the province of Bari, Apulia. They are one of the most famous show caves of Italy. The caves, discovered in 1938 by the speleologist Franco Anelli, are situated 1 kilometer (0.62 mi) south of Castellana.The entrance is represented by an enormous vertical tunnel 60 meters (200 ft) long. The main cave is named "La Grave" (as abyss), and others are named Black Cavern (Caverna Nera), White Cave (Grotta Bianca) and Precipice Cavern](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105190/33b0c76a-950b-44bb-b1e9-963a2e344cf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Castellana Caves Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Castellana Caves during your travels in Castellana Grotte. While in this culturally rich area, you can enjoy the local cheese shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Castellana-Caves-Castellana-Grotte.d6105190.Attraction) #### Il Parco dei Dinosauri You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Il Parco dei Dinosauri during your travels in Castellana Grotte. You can enjoy the local cheese shops while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Il-Parco-Dei-Dinosauri-Castellana-Grotte.d6320931.Attraction) #### Indiana Park Explore the great outdoors at Indiana Park, a lovely green space in Castellana Grotte. You can enjoy the local cheese shops while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Indiana-Park-Castellana-Grotte.d553248621555471464.Attraction) #### Astronomical Observatory Sirio You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Astronomical Observatory Sirio in Castellana Grotte. While in this culturally rich area, you can enjoy the local cheese shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Astronomical-Observatory-Sirio-Castellana-Grotte.d553248621533001030.Attraction) #### Franco Anelli Speleological Museum You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Franco Anelli Speleological Museum during your trip to Castellana Grotte. While in this culturally rich area, you can enjoy the local cheese shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Franco-Anelli-Speleological-Museum-Castellana-Grotte.d553248621533001031.Attraction) #### Piazza Franco Anelli You can find out about the history of Castellana Grotte with a trip to Piazza Franco Anelli. Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Piazza-Franco-Anelli-Castellana-Grotte.d553248635973065323.Attraction) #### Pista del Sole You can take time to visit Pista del Sole during your travels to Castellana Grotte. Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pista-Del-Sole-Castellana-Grotte.d979107808756989952.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Castellana Grotte ![Monopoli showing a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/156000/156286-Monopoli.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Monopoli ![Conversano](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/5968ec4996b016d2002a978c02ab6ae1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Conversano ![Alberobello featuring a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/156000/156295-Alberobello.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Alberobello ![Polignano a Mare showing rugged coastline and a beach as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/156000/156102-Trulli-Bari-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Polignano a Mare ![Putignano](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/baa75a65241105654ae94b381c84e7ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Putignano ![Photo by Steve Leland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d42a1ca88bdc708b475cd5ecd7841a4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Noci ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Castellana Grotte worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Castellana Grotte? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Castellana Grotte? ### Is three days enough to stay in Castellana Grotte? ### Is Castellana Grotte a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Castellana Grotte with kids? > - [Polignano a Mare Eco Boat Tour with Snorkelling Mar y Sol](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/polignano-a-mare-eco-boat-tour-with-snorkelling-mar-y-sol.a50157376.activity-details) > - [Shared tour of the Polignano a Mare caves with prosecco](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shared-tour-of-the-polignano-a-mare-caves-with-prosecco.a48412576.activity-details) > - [Polignano a Mare: Boat Cruise to Scenic Caves with Prosecco](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/polignano-a-mare-boat-cruise-to-scenic-caves-with-prosecco.a47987347.activity-details) > - [Polignano a Mare: Coast to Coast TukTuk Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/polignano-a-mare-coast-to-coast-tuktuk-tour.a50388443.activity-details) > - [Private Oil Tasting Experience in Monopoli](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-oil-tasting-experience-in-monopoli.a47492859.activity-details) ### What to do in Castellana Grotte for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Castellana Grotte? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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