Gelso Travel Guide
Polignano a Mare
Popular places to visit
Ponte dei Lapilli
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ponte dei Lapilli during your trip to Polignano a Mare? While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Statue of Domenico Modugno
You can find out about the history of Polignano a Mare when you stop by Statue of Domenico Modugno. Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches or simply enjoy its local cheese shops.
Lama Monachile Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Lama Monachile Beach during your travels in Polignano a Mare? While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
San Vito Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, San Vito Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Polignano a Mare.
Cala Paura Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cala Paura Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Polignano a Mare. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Grotta Ardito Promenade
After visiting Grotta Ardito Promenade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polignano a Mare. Stroll along the beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Things to do
From Monopoli : Visit Matera and Alberobello independently
From Polignano & Bari - Alberobello & Matera Self Guided Tour
From Bari: Daytour to Monopoli and Alberobello
Polignano, Alberobello & Locorotondo : Day Trip w/ Coach, from Bari
From Bari: Free time and boat tour to the Polignano Caves
Top hotels in Gelso
Covo dei Saraceni
Love, love, love this hotel! What a view!!!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Suite 10 - Home, Design & Spa
Spotless , spacious , central . Staff wonderfully helpful .
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Borgo Egnazia
Staff didn’t give an orientation of the hotel. We’re lost, property big
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Barion Hotel
Great for one night.Convenient o visit Bari or Pognano a Mare. Good breakfast. No A/C in the room
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Torre Cintola Greenblu Sea Emotions
Room cleaning was lovely, gf options at breakfast which food was also good- we had no WiFi all week but they did try to fix it with a booster. Staff was pleasant and Massage was great!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Villa Torre Bianca by Emily Hotels
Beautiful small, remote countryside hotel half an hour or so outside Bari. Perfect for a relaxing break whilst exploring the local towns. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The food was excellent.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gelso
Historic Center
When in Historic Center, you can plan a visit to Lama Monachile Beach and Statue of Domenico Modugno, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Pozziglioni
Pozziglioni might not have many top sights, but Lama Monachile Beach and Statue of Domenico Modugno are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Macello
While Macello isn't home to many top sights, Lama Monachile Beach and Statue of Domenico Modugno are some notable places to visit nearby.
San Vito
While visiting San Vito, you might make a stop by sights like San Vito Beach and Porto Cavallo Beach.
