Weekend in Bari: get lost in alleys steeped in history and culture, sea and good food

Bari, a lovely city in Southern Italy, offers visitors a wide choice of accommodation solutions - so that their needs and budgets can be satisfied.

From the historic center to the Murat and Umbertino districts, from the area adjacent to the Port to the other closest and most accessible towns: each location can offer visitors what they love most.

The historic center of Bari, Bari Vecchia, is a true architectural jewel. A labyrinth of narrow alleys, white houses and ancient churches, among which the Basilica of San Nicola, patron saint of the city, stands out. Walking through its streets, you can breathe a magical atmosphere and have the sensation of going back in time.

If you love the lively and lively atmosphere of the cities visited, therefore, staying in the historic center can be optimal; however, if you prefer to experience a more peaceful stay, the areas of the Murat and Umbertino districts are the best solutions.

In particular, we highlight the homes and housing solutions adjacent to the Port - as they are cheaper and more accessible.

Imagining arriving in Bari late on Friday afternoon or in the evening, one can only think of relaxing and enjoying a typical Bari dish immediately.

For dinner, you cannot miss out on tasting the typical dishes of Bari cuisine, such as orecchiette with turnip greens, fried panzerotti and capocollo from Martina Franca.

Furthermore, this dinner could be the first opportunity - among many - to get lost in the alleys that host restaurants and taverns in Bari - rich in charm and history.

The morning visit starts from the historic center, Bari Vecchia, a labyrinth of narrow alleys and white houses - which evoke in us the sensation of traveling through time. Here you can enjoy an excellent breakfast with local delicacies and desserts.

Here is the Basilica of San Nicola, an important place of pilgrimage, and the Norman-Swabian Castle, with a splendid view of the sea.

The city is also known for the wonderful women who work pasta on the street corners, fascinating the visiting public.

In the afternoon, after having lunch in a tavern or a restaurant by the sea - or simply after tasting a stringy fried panzarotto - it can be wonderful to cross the city again.

Walking along the seafront, you arrive at the Petruzzelli Theatre, one of the most important in Italy. The Pinacoteca De Nittis is also worth a visit, with works by Apulian and Neapolitan artists of the 19th and 20th centuries.

In the evening, Bari comes alive with nightlife. The pubs and clubs in the historic center are ideal for an aperitif or an after-dinner drink.

If you want a quieter Saturday evening, you can dine among inns, taverns and restaurants - to discover the immensity of Bari's food and wine offering.

Between the sea and fascinating realities, Bari drags us through its streets full of life and colour; fun and enchantment are guaranteed in beautiful Bari, as we have already underlined previously in this article on the city's nightlife.

Sunday morning is characterized by slowness in Bari. Among heady scents and irresistible breezes, cross the city and its alleys; Immerse yourself in a production laboratory of orecchiette - the typical Apulian pasta.

Discover the city with one of the numerous food and wine tours, discovering the products of the Apulian land. In particular, the focaccia from Bari is the symbol of the delicious and wonderful local cuisine.

Finally, enjoy a delicious aperitif in the streets of the city: taste Apulian cured meats and cheeses and focaccias - accompanied by a glass of local wine.

Relax, until sunset, before returning to routine.

You can do this by walking along the seafront or sunbathing on the beach and enjoying a good ice cream.

You can visit the Pugliese Aqueduct Park, a green lung nestled in the city.

Finally, you can get lost among the shops in the alleys of Bari - choose gifts and objects that will make this stay memorable.

Listen to a concert of Apulian popular music; Immerse yourself in the rhythms and melodies of the musical tradition of Bari and Puglia.

Attend a dialect theater show and enjoy a comedy or drama in Bari dialect, for an authentic and fun experience.

Before departure, take advantage of the evening opening of some museums and art galleries to discover the permanent collections or temporary exhibitions.

Finally, treat yourself to a tour of the incredible flavors of Bari - perhaps savoring a delicious and vast choice of street food and finger food.

Bari is a city that wins the hearts of its visitors with its beauty, its history, its welcoming atmosphere and its delicious food.

Whether you are a lover of history, art, culture, good food or relaxation, Bari has something to offer everyone - and is responsive to everyone's needs.

Magical Bari is traversable in every way: to move around the city, you can use public transport, on foot or by bicycle.

Bari is waiting for you!