Discover the Charms of Bari Vecchia: The Historic Heart of Bari

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from Bari Centrale train station, exit the station and head towards Corso Cavour. Walk along Corso Cavour until you reach Piazza Garibaldi. From Piazza Garibaldi, continue straight onto Via Sparano da Bari, one of the main shopping streets. Follow this street until you reach Via Vittorio Emanuele. Turn right onto Via Vittorio Emanuele, which will take you toward the old town. Continue straight until you see the historic walls of Bari vecchia. Enter through the main gate and explore the narrow alleys leading to Str. S. Marco, 7.

• Public Transport (Bus)

  From Bari Centrale train station, walk to the nearby bus stop located just outside the station. Take bus number 16 or 21, which will take you towards the old town. Get off at the stop named 'Corte di Palazzo' or 'Piazza del Ferrarese'. From there, it’s a short walk to the entrance of Bari vecchia. Follow Via Venezia until you reach the main entrance to the old town, and then head towards Str. S. Marco, 7.

• Walking

  If you are at the seafront (Lungomare), walk towards the historic district by heading to the closest entrance of Bari vecchia. Look for the signs directing you to the old town. Once you enter, follow the winding streets until you arrive at Str. S. Marco, 7. This area is rich in shops and local eateries, perfect for exploring.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a taxi, simply hail one from the street or use a ride-hailing app. Tell the driver to take you to Str. S. Marco, 7, in Bari vecchia. The driver will navigate you through the city, and you will be dropped off close to the entrance of the historic district, from where you can explore on foot.