Sailor Monument: A Tribute to Maritime Valor

Getting There

• By Car

  If you are traveling by car, head towards the city of Taranto. From the SS7, take the exit towards Taranto Centro. Follow the signs for Taranto Centro and continue on Via Cesare Battisti. Merge onto Viale Virgilio and then turn right onto C.so Due Mari. The Sailor Monument will be on your left side at C.so Due Mari, 74123 Taranto TA. There is street parking available nearby, but please note that parking may incur fees, typically around €1-2 per hour.

• By Train

  For those using public transportation, take a train to Taranto from major cities in Puglia like Bari or Lecce. Upon arriving at Taranto train station, exit and head to the bus terminal located nearby. Take bus line 2 or 6 towards the city center. Get off at the stop 'C.so Due Mari'. The Sailor Monument is a short walk from the bus stop. The train fare from Bari to Taranto is approximately €5-10, and the bus fare is around €1-2.

• By Bus

  You can also reach Taranto by intercity buses that connect various towns in Puglia. Check for services provided by companies like FlixBus or Marino. Once you arrive at the Taranto bus station, you can either walk or take a local bus to C.so Due Mari. If walking, it takes about 15-20 minutes. The bus fare for local routes is typically €1-2.

• Walking

  If you are already in the central area of Taranto, walking to the Sailor Monument is a pleasant option. From the Taranto train or bus station, head southeast on Via Cesare Battisti, then merge onto Viale Virgilio and continue straight until you reach C.so Due Mari. The walk takes around 20-25 minutes. Enjoy the sights along the way!