Which Puglia
feels like you?
Sea and wooded hills in the north. Sea and art around Bari. Two coastal horizons in Salento. Choose where your journey begins.
Three Puglias. Your way to explore.
NORTHGargano
Sea & mountains
From the white coast to the wooded hills of the Gargano: a journey between beaches, forests and small towns.
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Start with the coast around Vieste or Peschici, then set aside a day for the inland landscapes of the Gargano. Choose walks to suit your experience and check access and conditions.
A route to make your ownPlan a stay focused on this area rather than a quick detour from Salento. Check transport to the inland stops before choosing your base.
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CENTREBari & province
Sea & art
Romanesque architecture, historic lanes and the Adriatic: discover the cultural heart of central Puglia.
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Combine Bari’s old town with the towns of its province. Alternate visits to historic centres with time on the coast, and add Alberobello if you want to discover the trulli.
A route to make your ownBari can be a starting point for rail journeys. Compare the connections and the distance from each station to the place you want to visit.
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SOUTHSalento
Sea, on both horizons
Pale beaches, rocky coves and clear water between the Adriatic and Ionian coasts.
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Choose a stretch of coast to enjoy slowly. Combine beach days with a walk in a coastal town; keep Lecce in mind for a cultural pause.
A route to make your ownChoose your base around your preferred coast and check the last transfer to the beach. Conditions and access vary: each bay has its own character.
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Find your next wonder.
Four starting points for exploring Puglia. Open the mini guides to decide what to see and how to plan your visit.
Polignano a Mare
Clifftop lanes and the blue of the Adriatic.
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What to seeLama Monachile and a walk through the old town.
Make time for itAllow half a day for the town, and longer if you want to spend time on the coast.
Good to knowThe beach is pebbly and access includes steps. Check sea conditions and whether the route meets your needs.
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Alberobello
Stone rooftops, conical trulli and winding streets.
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What to seeThe trulli neighbourhoods and their distinctive stone roofs.
Make time for itExplore on foot. Add another Itria Valley town only if your schedule allows.
Good to knowCheck train and bus timetables, including connections, for your travel day. Distance alone is not a reliable guide.
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Ostuni
Whitewashed houses on a hill above the olive groves.
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What to seeThe whitewashed old town and views from the hill.
Make time for itFollow the lanes at an easy pace and leave time for a break in a square.
Good to knowAllow for the transfer from the railway station to the centre. Expect slopes and steps in the old town.
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Lecce
Golden stone, carved façades and lively squares.
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What to seeSanta Croce, Piazza del Duomo and the streets of the historic centre.
Make time for itSpend a day discovering architecture and workshops, with a pasticciotto pastry break.
Good to knowCheck opening hours, any entrance tickets and access arrangements before visiting monument interiors.
Open the map ↗More than places.
A way to feel good.
Sea and small harbours
A coastal walk, a view worth stopping for and a little time without a plan.
Towns and culture
From trulli to Baroque façades: discover Puglia’s stories, one square at a time.
A taste of the region
Orecchiette pasta, focaccia, olive oil and pasticciotto. Try the specialities of the place you are visiting.
Sometimes the best plan
is to stay a little longer.
An evening by the sea. Light on the old façades. The freedom of not seeing everything: leave room in your trip for the unexpected.
Three ideas. Your itinerary.
Suggested routes to adapt to your arrival point and transport. Durations refer to your stay, not guaranteed travel times.
Bari and the Adriatic coast
One base and nearby discoveries.
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- Bari: the old town and seafront.
- Polignano a Mare: lanes and coastal views.
- Monopoli: the old town and harbour.
Coast and Itria Valley
Sea and hill towns, with a second base if convenient.
See the route
- Days 1–2: Bari and Polignano a Mare.
- Days 3–4: Alberobello and Locorotondo.
- Day 5: a walk through Ostuni’s old town.
From Itria Valley to Salento
Choose two bases to reduce repeated journeys.
See the route
- Days 1–3: Bari, Polignano and Alberobello.
- Days 4–5: Locorotondo and Ostuni.
- Days 6–7: Lecce and Otranto.
Choose an area.
Give yourself time to enjoy it.
Bari and the central coast
For a first taste of city life and the sea. Compare rail connections for each stop.
Itria Valley
For hill towns, trulli and rural landscapes. Plan transport between the towns carefully.
Lecce and Salento
To spend time in Lecce and the south. Choose your base around the beaches or towns you want to visit.
Gargano and Daunia
For a trip focused on northern Puglia. Treat it as an area to stay in, rather than a quick detour from Salento.
Travel essentials, within reach.
Official links in one place. Always check times, fares and availability directly with the operator.
Arriving by air
Compare Bari and Brindisi airports with the area where you plan to stay. Remember to check the final transfer to your accommodation.
Bari Airport ↗Brindisi Airport ↗Getting around by train
Explore regional routes and plan each stop. The station’s location and the last leg to the centre are part of the journey.
Regional trains in Puglia ↗Find a connection ↗Planning your visits
Use the regional tourism website for places, routes and inspiration. Check the details of each individual attraction.
Official tourism website ↗Regional itineraries ↗Useful answers. More time to enjoy.
Do I need a car?
It depends on your route. For towns served by rail, compare the connections for each stop. For rural accommodation, coves and inland villages, consider the last leg and the available alternatives before deciding.
How do I choose the season?
Start with what you want to do: beach days, village walks or cultural visits. Check weather, opening hours and seasonal transport for your dates, especially outside summer.
Where should I start when travelling with children?
Limit accommodation changes, balance sightseeing with breaks and check access, sea conditions and facilities at your chosen beach. Each location is different.
How can I check accessibility?
Ask venues and operators directly about steps, slopes, toilets and assistance. Photographs alone cannot establish whether a place meets your access needs.
Can I book through My Puglia Tour?
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