What You Will Do
Bari is is a city filled with old and new: historic bastions, holy relics and cathedrals are mixing with the large boulevards and crazy nightlife. Although its rivalry with Lecce is infamous, and the city has its undisputed points: the cultural cocktail of nations and races, the lively and young atmosphere, the incredible food scene and a vibe like no other. Come and join our private walking tour and experience first hand the best this city has to offer: Basilica di San Nicola with the holy remains of St. Nicholas (also known as SantaKlaus); Svevo Castello and its Norman towers from the 12th century; Piazza Mercantile and its infamous Colonna della Giustizia, the place where debtors used to be tied and whipped in public; and many more.
You will learn about:
The history of the city
The Byzantines, the Normans and their ancestry
The legend of St Nicholas
The rivalry between Lecce and Bari
The daily life in the city
The development of Svevo Castle
The public punishments of Medieval Ages
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
In front of Teatro Piccinni (by the main entrance)
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Bari
You will see:
Teatro Margherita
Teatro Petruzzelli
Niccolò Piccinni Theatre
Palazzo Mincuzzi
Piazza del Ferrarese
Piazza Mercantile
Martinucci
Basilica of Saint Nicholas
Catedrale di San Sabino
Castello Svevo
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