Swabian Castle (Castello Svevo) Attractions & Things to do

Bari is a fascinating city and is certainly one of the capitals of Italian street food: panzerotti, sgagliozze, focaccia barese and many other delicacies known and appreciated around the world are native of this land!

Thanks to our Street Food Tour in Bari you can taste the most famous street food of the city, walking through the alleys of the old town and visiting the places really frequented by locals, you will immerse yourself in the scents and flavors of Bari together with a local friend who will tell you all the funny anecdotes and curiosities that distinguish them.Please, note that the tour is always run in English and Italian.
Duration: 3 hours.

Explore Bari and discover picturesque and hidden places with an expert guide.
Meet food & wine producers and discover the southern italian culinary culture.
Taste local delicacies and typical products along the route, as locals do.
Taste local delicacies and typical products along the route, as locals do: focaccia, salumi and cheese, panzerotti and/or sgagliozze, glass of wine and home made ice cream.
Duration: 3 hours.

Explore Bari and its more suggestive and authentic places with an expert guide.
Learn how to make pasta with a local lady in a typical house of the old town.
Taste your own home-made pasta with a glass of red wine, in a family atmosphere.
Live a unique experience to enjoy the real southern italian home-stay.
Duration: 2 hours.

Born and raised in Bari, tour operator with decades of experience but above all in love with my city whose history, traditions and artistic and architectural beauties I want to make known. This tour will take you to discover the city of Bari through its millennial and recent history: from its origins to the cult of San Nicola up to its urban expansion in a unique walk through the alleys, cathedrals, noble palaces, theaters and squares of the historic center, the French quarter and the monumental area.
Duration: 3 hours.

Maximum 10 people per group. Nothing crowds, no rush.
Here is the best way to discover not only all the most important monuments of Bari, but also the typical angles and hidden paths. If you have a few hours or days in Bari - it doesn't matter! - this tour is a must. You will have a unique and expert guide for those who want to get the best and the best out of the city. Meeting point in front of the Castle.
Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

More than a tour "The Original Bari Street Food Walking Tour" is an authentic experience to explore Bari and its flavours.
Discover picturesque and hidden places with an expert guide.
Meet food & wine producers and discover the southern italian culinary culture
Taste local delicacies and typical products along the route, as locals do: focaccia, bread with octopus or salami and cheeses(it depens on the daily availability), fried food such as panzerotti or sgagliozze, glass of wine and home-made ice cream
Live a flavour experience among culture, arts, food and folklore


Duration: 3 hours.

Explore Bari and discover picturesque and hidden places with an expert guide.
Meet food & wine producers and discover the southern italian culinary culture.
Taste local delicacies and typical products along the route, as locals do.
Live a flavour experience among culture, arts, food and folklore.
Duration: 2 hours.

Enjoy an exciting easy ride around Bari old town on a Segway.
Get a deep insight into the authentic life in the city with a local guide.
Lose yourself in the real southern italian atmosphere between culture & folklore.

Duration: 1 to 3 hours.

Join a guided walking tour of Bari Vecchia and uncover the hidden treasures of the San Nicola District. This medieval neighborhood, set on a peninsula, features 29 historic churches and countless stories waiting to be discovered.

Starting at Piazza Ferrarese, we’ll explore the vibrant Piazza Mercantile and visit the Basilica of San Nicola, a revered pilgrimage site and a symbol of unity among Christian faiths.

Discover the Catedral of San Sabino and the imposing Svevo Castle. Step into the Marnarid shop, a living relic from 1866, to experience Bari’s culinary heritage.

On Arco Basso Street, meet the women crafting fresh orecchiette pasta by hand—a tradition so iconic it’s celebrated by global brands like Dolce & Gabbana.

End your tour with Bari’s famous focaccia or artisanal gelato, a delicious conclusion to an unforgettable experience.
Duration: 2 hours.

Explore Bari and discover picturesque and hidden corners with an expert guide.
Ride with a bike along authentic alleys of the Old Town meeting native people and their traditions.
Lose yourself in the real southern italian atmosphere between culture & folklore.
Duration: 2 hours.

Experience Bari like a local and stroll in the "via delle Orecchiette" where the sweet old women delight tourists with the preparation of one of the symbols of gastronomic Puglia.

Visit the ancient oven located in a 13th-century Byzantine chapel, and taste the best focaccia in the city.

The tour also includes a visit to a local deli, where guests have the opportunity to sample an array of typical cured meats and cheeses, paired with a glass of local wine, offering a delightful culinary experience.

As the tour winds its way through the charming alleys of the city, participants are treated to tastings of sgagliozze and fried panzerotti, two popular examples of Bari's vibrant street food scene. These savory treats reflect the culinary essence of the region.

To conclude the gastronomic journey on a sweet note, the tour includes a stop at an artisanal ice cream shop, allowing participants to indulge in the luscious flavors of Apulian ice cream.
Duration: 2 hours.

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Bari, you've come to the right place!

With this digital guide created with the support of a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace.

You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Bari!

But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian Aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more!
Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

Explore Bari and its more suggestive and authentic places with an expert guide.
Learn how to make pasta with a local lady in a typical house of the old town.
Taste your own home-made pasta with a glass of red wine in a family atmosphere.
Live a unique experience to enjoy the real southern italian home-stay.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

• Explore Bari for 1.30 hour comfortably seated on our modern and eco-friendly rickshaw-bike
• Join a tour and discover picturesque and hidden corners with an expert local guide
• Enjoy home made ice cream tasting
• Immerse yourself in the real southern italian atmosphere, arts and culture
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Capital of Puglia, Bari boasts the presence of the Basilica of San Nicola, an important example of Apulian Romanesque architecture. This church is included amongst the most important places of worship in the world, where Catholic and Orthodox worship blend together. You will visit the old town (including the fish market, both Ferrarese and Mercantile squares, the Ancient wall "la Muraglia", the Basilica of Saint Nicholaus, the Cathedral, the Norman-Swabian Castle and walk down the alleys up to the "pasta" street").

It's possible to personalize this tour by sending us a request or choosing a different meeting point in Bari.
Duration: 2 hours.

Unmissable private tour experiencing the culinary and gastronomic traditions of Bari.

With a private guide you will explore the labyrinthine old town between must-see attractions and scenes which evoke the southern Italy of popular imagination.

If you visit Bari you can't miss having the delicious focaccia barese. We will give you suggestions, tips and tricks to make and eat the tastiest focaccia barese as well as locals do.

Have you ever heard of Panzerotto? A half-moon shape filled with tomato and mozzarella. You will love it.

Some tastings such as crunchy polenta flakes called Sgagliozze.

And then its Majesty the Ice Cream to cool ourselves off.

This tour will be the best souvenir you cannot miss in Bari!
We’re about to reveal to you the magic world of street food in Puglia!
Duration: 3 hours.

Discover Bari and its various faces
Ride through the shopping district
Cycle on the longest waterfront in Europe
See where the fishermen arrive with their catch of the day
Lose yourself in the narrow streets of Barivecchia
Duration: 2 hours.

Explore Bari comfortably seated on our modern and eco-friendly rickshaw-bike and discover picturesque and hidden corners with an expert guide.
Discover traces of the past of monuments, churches and nobile buildings.
Visit museums and undergroung channels to find out the millenary history of Bari
Live a unique experience among culture, arts, history and folklore.
Duration: 2 hours.

Explore historical attractions in the Old Town of Bari. Visit the Basilica San Nicola amongst other attractions such as the Bari Cathedral and the Castello Normanno-Svevo. You will also stroll on one of the most famous streets in Bari where you will find fresh homemade pasta. Finally head towards the Palazzo Mincuzzi before reaching the Bari promenade where you will enjoy seaside views and have a chance to see a small stone lighthouse dating back to the 19th century.

Duration: 2 hours.

New in town?
Let's have some fun and feel home.
We start with a nice waking guided tour to visite Bari and at the end of the tour we all go for a lunch in a typical home of the old town where a lady that makes outdoor pasta Will offer US a typical menu with local recepies.The menu can vary based on what Is fresh that day and includes a full corse ,water and wine.
Please pay attention : and extra fee to be payed on spot of 30 euros per pers.
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Example
: " parmigiana"
" riso, patate e cozze"
( Rise, patotes and mussels)
" Orechette Al sugo"
( typical pasta of Bari and tomate souce)

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

The city fortifications are the protagonists of this itinerary. From the implantation of the megalithic walls at the Bastion of Santa Scolastica, to the demolition of the city defenses by Murat who started the chessboard work of the new city. Bari, its defenses, its history.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Take a walk through the picturesque city of Bari after dark during this 2-hour night tour.

Meet your guide in piazza del Ferrarese to begin this enchanting evening tour of the City. A night tour is especially nice in summer, to take advantage of cooler evening temperatures. See some of the city's most famous monuments illuminated, including The Basilica of San Nicola, the Cathedral of San Sabino, the pictoresque alleys of old town with its shops of crafts and street food.

Low your pace to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a night walking to discover the town from the old centre to the modern area with the most famous streets of shopping, like Corso Cavour and Via Sparano. Ask your guide suggestions about the best places for food and fashion shopping.
Duration: 2 hours.

Explore the secret city of Bari with an expert archaeologist among hidden treasures from Roman, early Christian and Byzantine times.

Tour begins next to the archaeological Via Traiana in Ferrarese Square, a short section of the ancient Roman road built by Romans in the early II century A.D. until you reach Santa Scolastica Archaeological Museum.

Tour goes on to the Cathedral of Saint Sabinus, a precious example of Romanesque Apulian style, which hides a whorty archaeological itinerary in the underground sites named Succorpo.

Tour ends at the imposing and solemn Basilica of Saint Nicholas, symbol of the union between East and West, which hosts the relics of the Saint.

According to the museum' opening hours and availability, two of the following archaeological sites will be visited during the tour: Palazzo Simi, Swabian Castle, Basilica of Saint Nicholas with its precious Crypt, Cathedral Succorpo, Saint Scolastica Museum.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

You’re looking for a fun way to explore the city at your own pace? Then, this city-exploration game is made for you! You’ll entertain all your group with interesting questions, while still teaching them fun facts about the city.

With this self-guided tour, you will be guided through the 9 following locations: Lungomare, Teatro Petruzzelli, Palazzo Mincuzzi, Palazzo del Governo, Castle, Cathedral, Basilica of Saint Nicholas, Piazza Mercantile, and Fort of Saint Anthony.

Your mission (should you choose to accept it): Jackson Wilde, the famous city-explorer, needs your help… Help him solve quizzes to gather as many points as possible.

This activity is ideal for families or travelers who want to explore on their own.

Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to your self-guided tour and your city exploration activity.

So, are you ready to explore Bari?
Duration: 1 to 2 hours.

Between one monument and another, stop to discover the varied local cuisine. Taste delicious Apulian focaccia at a bakery and learn how it is prepared. Get to know the different types of cheeses while sipping a typical drink.
Try working and producing mozzarella by hand yourself and be amazed by its flavour. Surprise yourself at the rural beauties of the famous city of Matera, known throughout the world thanks to its Sassi, now a UNESCO heritage site.
Conclude the tour with a relaxing stroll and some great shopping.
Duration: 2 hours.

PlacenPeople.com, the largest local community of organizers in Puglia, presents this new tour "Hunt for Treasures of Bari".
A new way to get to know the city: a journey organized in stages, in each of which you can discover a cultural treasure, solving an enigma with the help of the Organizers, and starting with some clues that will be found along the way.
You will discover while having fun the cultural treasures of Bari.
A "Dan Brown" style adventure, in which the entire path was conceived by PlacenPeople with the collaboration of famous scholars of the history of Puglia, and well-known names, so that everything you will experience is historically founded, and in the end you will know the true soul of this city.
Attention: the service provided via Viator or Tripadvisor consists of the search for an organizer available on PlacenPeople.com. Once this research has been carried out, the service is concluded, and does not include physical participation in the tour, for which a specific reservation is required.

Duration: 2 hours.

This wonderful 2-day tour offers you a complete immersion in one of the most well-preserved Italian towns, Bari. The old town showcases a vast array of well-preserved traditions, folklore, and, of course, the wonders of the Italian Mediterranean lifestyle. Over the course of 2 days, we will explore the entire town on foot, as well as by car or bus. Accommodation for 2 nights is included in a wonderful historical small apartment with all the comforts.
Duration: 2 days.

Bari, among the most beautiful cities in the world, in 2019 was included in the very famous travel magazine "Lonely Planet" in the top 10 destinations of the year.
An indispensable fusion between antiquity and modernity. In fact, according to some findings, Bari dates back to the 16th century BC. According to other legends, it was founded by Japige, son of Daedalus.
With its proven influences, first Greek, then Roman, subsequently Byzantine and Norman during the Middle Ages, Bari is characterized as the crossroads par excellence of peoples, cultures and flavours.
With our Calesse tour we aim to introduce you to its most fascinating places, through the architecture that has followed one another over the centuries, its breathtaking landscapes and its famous cuisine.
The Ape Calessino is a perfect balance between modernity and tradition, typically Italian.
Every little detail makes it unique. A success without borders, making it a true icon loved throughout the world.


Duration: 55 to 60 minutes.

The guided tour in the historic center of Bari includes a visit to important places in the historic centre.
During the walk you will discover the culture of Bari, its history, its folklore, its dear relics. We will talk about the Bari cuisine, its typical dishes, traditions and curiosities. You will get to know the historical figures who have changed the history of Bari. You will know the narrow streets that the inhabitants will surely know but travelers hardly know.
The guided tour is carried out by a licensed tour guide with 10 years of experience. I am Belarusian. I have lived in Italy for 20 years. In 2016 I wrote and published the book «Tourist guide on Bari». In my spare time I paint pictures in a workshop of master Francesco Cacace.
I planned the routes considering the curiosities and interests of the travellers. You will feel both the historical, cultural, but also traditions and folklore of the place.
At the end of the visit you will have learned the life of Bari in all its facets.
Duration: 2 hours.

The tour begins at Piazza del Ferrarese, near the Teatro Margherita, where you'll start an engaging walking tour through the heart of Bari Vecchia, the medieval district home to 29 historic churches and countless legends. You'll explore the lively Piazza Mercantile and visit the Basilica of San Nicola, a symbol of unity among Christian denominations.

Next, you'll visit the Cathedral of San Sabino and the imposing Swabian Castle, a symbol of the city. On Strada Arco Basso, you'll have the chance to observe local women preparing traditional orecchiette by hand, a centuries-old tradition deeply rooted in Bari's culture.

Finish the tour with a delicious focaccia barese or artisanal gelato, before returning to Matera. A complete experience of history, culture, and cuisine in an authentic and unique atmosphere.
Duration: 5 hours.

A journey to discover the monumental symbols of Medieval Bari. We will focus on the Via Francigena (Rua dei Francesi), we will pass by medieval bas-reliefs of the church of Sant'Ambrogio, we will meet knights and pilgrims on the doors of the Nicolaian basilica and we will read the medieval epigraphs of ancient crafts and tales. How to miss?
Duration: 2 hours.

Enjoy this family-friendly tour of the capital of the Apulia region that will be an exciting experience that both adults and children will love! Our guide specialized in tours for families, will put the children at the center, sparking their curiosity with quizzes, interactive games, and tailored learning materials. This journey blends fun and education for the entire family. Explore the old town (Bari Vecchia) and its highlights, enjoy a leisurely walk along the city walls, and catch a glimpse of the Basilica of San Nicola. Discover how Bari is closely linked to the legend of Santa Claus as we delve into the rich history and secrets of this incredible city!
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Begin your exploration through the narrow cobblestone alleys of the old town, where every corner reveals a new surprise. Admire medieval architecture, balconies adorned with laundry, and colorful murals that decorate the facades.

Visit the impressive Basilica of St. Nicholas, an important pilgrimage site and a magnificent example of Apulian Romanesque architecture. Discover the history of the city’s patron saint and marvel at the beautiful artwork housed within this sanctuary.

Continue your journey to Bari’s liveliest squares, where you can soak up the local atmosphere and observe the everyday life of its inhabitants. 

Don’t miss the majestic Cathedral of Saint Sabinus, an architectural gem blending Romanesque and Byzantine elements.

After two hours of enriching exploration, you’ll return to the starting point, where you’ll bid farewell to your guide with new knowledge and unforgettable memories of your experience in Bari.
Duration: 2 hours.

Make the most out of your trip to Bari by visiting its greatest landmarks on our guided walking tour!
This picturesque and vibrant city is the capital of the Apulia region. Its promenade, called the Lungomare e Murat, is one of the most beautiful in Italy and where the locals and tourists enjoy long leisurely walks. Follow our local guide through Piazza del Ferrarese and the Old Port before heading to the charming Bari Vecchia. Hear anecdotes and insights about the column of Justice and the Pigna fountain! You will also hear about the relics of San Nicola, one of the symbols of the city.
Duration: 3 hours.

Private tour.You are the only guests.
Best way to know a place and discover the insides with a local tour guide! The Traditions, dialects, food and monuments underlined by a local tour guide will make the difference as otherwise you may miss.Capital of Puglia, Bari boasts the presence of the Basilica of San Nicola, an important example of Apulian Norman Romanesque architecture. This church is included amongst the most important places of worship in the world, where Catholic and Orthodox worships blend together. You will visit the Norman-Swabian Castle and walk down the alleys up to the "pasta" street”
In the heart of the old town we stop for an artisan “gelato “ made by one of the most famous and historic” gelateria” in Bari.
Please note this is a walking tour only, If you choose the pick-up option from the port of Bari, we will reach together the old town on foot.

Duration: 2 hours.

Why choose us? Our local guides are experts and passionate about the history and culture of Bari. We offer well-designed itineraries that will take you to the most iconic and fascinating places in Bari, we offer not only a tour, but an opportunity to connect with Bari in an authentic way.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Experience a culinary journey through the charming streets of Bari with our exclusive Walking Food Tour, guided by a knowledgeable local. Indulge in a feast for the senses as you delve into the rich food culture of the city, savoring an array of delectable treats such as the iconic focaccia barese, crispy sgagliozze, mouthwatering panzerotto, succulent grilled octopus sandwich, and irresistible gelato. This immersive excursion offers more than just a taste of Bari's culinary delights; it provides an intimate opportunity to uncover hidden local gems, from traditional eateries to bustling markets, where you can interact with friendly vendors and learn about the city's gastronomic traditions firsthand. Join us for a gastronomic adventure like no other, where every bite tells a story and every step reveals the soul of Bari.
Duration: 3 hours.