Bari City Centre Travel Guide
Bari
Visit Bari City Centre
Popular places to visit
Bari Cathedral
Peruse the museum and delve into the crypt beneath this cathedral to find a fascinating archeological site with Roman and medieval treasures.
Basilica of San Nicola
Hear the tales of thievery in the origin of the Santa Claus story and delve into this church’s crypt to see the saint’s stolen relics.
Petruzzelli Theatre
Choose from opera, ballet and symphony shows at this large theater renowned for bringing overlooked works from centuries past back to life.
Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi
Sit with a book and enjoy the serene ambiance in this pretty square of palm trees, floral displays and green lawns.
Piazza del Ferrarese
Relish the wonderful view of the colorful docked boats from this port-side plaza lined by palm trees and medieval structures.
Teatro Margherita
Enjoy a performance at Teatro Margherita, a popular theatre in Bari. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Alberobello, Monopoli & Polignano da Bari – Puglia experienc
From Polignano & Bari - Alberobello & Matera Self Guided Tour
Tradition of Puglia : Altamura bread and stones of Matera da Bari
Alberobello and Matera Bus Tour, from Bari
Tour di Alberobello & Guida a Matera, from bari
Top hotels in Bari City Centre
Mövenpick Hotel Bari
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
IL LEON D'ORO HOTEL BARI – BY FARACE HOTELS
If I could give this hotel 20 stars, I would. It’s practically brand new (less than five months old) and everything about it is exceptional. The location is perfect—right across from the bus station, with a pedestrian walkway behind the hotel that leads you through all the best shops in Bari, straight ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
VICTOR HOTEL
If Bari is your destination we highly recommend you consider Hotel Victor. Everything at this hotel was highly satisfactory for us the two nights we stayed there.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
JR Hotels Oriente Bari
Good breakfast. Dated but clean room with nice size bathroom
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Zodiacus
The staff greeted us after our late arrival and stored our luggage after we checked out until we caught our bus . They were super friendly The location is central , next to cafes and a 10 minute walk to Bari vecchio. The room was spacious, comfortable and spotless. The only thing was there was no ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Palazzo Calò
The room was very cool, with the stone walls and the loft where the bed was. We had to leave early the next morning for a flight and the front desk attendance offered to bring us yogurt and muffins the night before so that we could eat before we go. Very nice!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bari City Centre
Old Town Bari
Unique features of Old Town Bari include the historical sites and waterfront views. Make a stop by Basilica of San Nicola or Norman-Hohenstaufen Castle while you're exploring the area.
Murat
If you're spending some time in Murat, Corso Cavour and Piazza Aldo Moro are top sights worth seeing.
Madonnella
When in Madonnella, you can plan a visit to Corso Cavour and Petruzzelli Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Municipio 2
Historical sites, gardens and bars are just a few things travellers enjoy about Municipio 2. Check out Trullo Antichi Sapori or Criminal Court of Bari while you're exploring the area.
Municipio 3
Travellers like the beaches in Municipio 3, and Lido San Francesco is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Municipio 1
Historical sites and waterfront views are highlights of Municipio 1. Make a stop by PalaFlorio or Pane e Pomodoro Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Quintino Sella Station to get around town.
