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Tour of the fortifications of Bari: the defenses of the city and their history

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Tour of the fortifications of Bari: the defenses of the city and their history
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Duration:
2h 30m
Taking Covid-19 safety measures
Group size:
30
Wheelchair accessible
Ticket type:
Mobile
Free cancellation
  • Duration:
    2h 30m
  • Taking Covid-19 safety measures
  • Group size:
    30
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Ticket type:
    Mobile
  • Free cancellation
About
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.
Know before you go
  • Duration: 2h 30m
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation policy
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Available languages
German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
What to expect
Know before you go
  • Duration: 2h 30m
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Available languages
German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Cancellation policy
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
What to expect
Need help booking?
Call the number below and use the product code: 191288P1
Important information
Inclusions
  • Certified guide with specialization in archeology and cultural heritage
  • Interpreter specialized in your language
  • Quick access to sites to visit
  • Entrance ticket to the Castle
  • Entry/Admission - Castello Normanno Svevo
Duration
2h 30m
Departure details
  • Piazza Federico II di Svevia, 70, 70122 Bari BA, Italy In front of the Salumeria Due Archi
Additional information
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Inclusions
  • Certified guide with specialization in archeology and cultural heritage
  • Interpreter specialized in your language
  • Quick access to sites to visit
  • Entrance ticket to the Castle
  • Entry/Admission - Castello Normanno Svevo
Departure details
  • Piazza Federico II di Svevia, 70, 70122 Bari BA, Italy In front of the Salumeria Due Archi
Duration
2h 30m
Return details
  • Piazza del Ferrarese, 70122 Bari BA, Italy Excavation of Piazza del Ferrarese
Additional information
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Travel safe during COVID-19
What you can expect during your visit
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
What you can expect during your visit
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
Itinerary
  • You'll start at
    Piazza Federico II di Svevia, 70
    Piazza Federico II di Svevia, 70, 70122 Bari BA, Italy
    In front of the Salumeria Due Archi
    See address & details
  • 1
    Castello Normanno Svevo
    Stop: 60 minutes - Admission included
    See details
  • 2
    Strada delle Orecchiette
    Stop: 15 minutes
    See details
  • 3
    Cattedrale di San Sabino
    Stop: 15 minutes
    See details
  • 4
    Basilica San Nicola
    Stop: 20 minutes
    See details
    Pass by
    Muraglia di Bari Vecchia
  • 5
    Fortino S. Antonio
    Stop: 15 minutes
    See details
  • 6
    Piazza del Ferrarese
    Stop: 10 minutes
    See details
  • You'll end at
    Piazza del Ferrarese
    Piazza del Ferrarese, 70122 Bari BA, Italy
    Excavation of Piazza del Ferrarese
    See address & details
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
5.0
9 reviews
Excellent
8
Very good
1
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Duracell77
Bari, Italy3 contributions
Professionalità e cordialità
Jun 2019 • Friends
Tour assolutamente consigliato! Professionalità,competenza ed accoglienza.sicuramente da rifare!Bari e'un posto meraviglioso e e ringrazio lo staff per averci guidato attraverso le sue meraviglie.
Written September 14, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Neuropa
San Giovanni la Punta, Italy2 contributions
Esperienza da provare
Jul 2019
A Luglio sono stato a Bari e ho pensato di approfittare di questo tour per conoscere meglio la città e vederla sotto un’altra prospettiva. Devo dire che l’aspetto storico relativo alla origine delle difese cittadine mi ha davvero sorpreso.
Fabio, la guida eccellente che ci ha condotto in un incredibile viaggio nel tempo, ci ha raccontato aneddoti unici mentre ammiravamo gli esterni della Cattedrale e della Basilica di San Nicola. La visita al Castello Svevo poi è stata una piacevole scoperta e mi è sembrato di scivolare in un’altra dimensione temporale. Un’esperienza davvero piacevole che consiglierei di fare se vi trovate in zona!
Written September 14, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Claudia
2 contributions
Visita guidata
Ho usufruito del tour nel mese di giugno. Ho potuto ammirare alcune chicche della città vecchia godendo dell’ottima preparazione della guida turistica e della bella accoglienza offerta da tutto lo staff. Che dire un servizio ben reso che consiglierei a tutti.
Written September 13, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Flora L
3 contributions
Un'emozione continua
Aug 2019
Consiglio vivamente questo tour da pugliese. Ho prenotato questo tour per alcuni amici e ho voluto accompagnarli e mai avrei immaginato di rimanere emozionata dalla competenza e dalla professionalità di tutto lo staff.
Dal Castello alla muraglia e ai vicoli suggestivi di Bari un crescendo di emozioni.
Top!
Written September 12, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Azzurra D
Triggiano, Italy10 contributions
Fantastica città
Domenica scorsa abbiamo trascorso una bellissima giornata per i vicoli della città vecchia. La nostra guida Luana è stata molto simpatica, coinvolgente e professionale, ci ha illustrato le meraviglie della nostra fantastica città. In particolare ci siamo soffermati nel centro storico il vero cuore pulsante del capoluogo in tutte le sue molteplici sfaccettature. Ottima organizzazione. Lo consiglio vivamente ai turisti e ai baresi che vogliono fare un tuffo nel passato tra i vicoli, le mura rigorosamente bianche, la gente allegra e il clima che riesce a coinvolgere chi la visita.
Written September 11, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
wenceslao c
3 contributions
Muy amena
May 2022 • Couples
La verdad es que toda la ruta ha sido muy amena, la recomiendo a los turistas que no disponen de muchos días y quieren saber lo esencial de la ciudad vieja de Bari
Written May 17, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Montse L
1 contribution
Excelente tour por Bari
Mar 2022 • Couples
Las guías fueron encantadoras, todo el tour fue en Español porque una de ellas lo hablaba perfectamente. Un tour muy ameno, perfecto para entender un poco de la historia de Bari y sus lugares principales.
Written March 22, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Lucía
Valencia, Spain21 contributions
Vale la pena.
Nov 2021 • Family
Me gustó que el free tour fuese en italiano y después fuese traducido al italiano. Vimos lo más significativo del casco histórico, pero es cierto que se hizo un poco pesado, ya que todo eran datos históricos, que no está mal, pero alomejor hubiese estado genial que mientras recorríamos las calles nos dijeses lugares para comer, o sitios a los que merece la pena entrar pagando.

En general muy buena es experiencia con las dos chicas italianas.
Written November 22, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Paula M
1 contribution
Merece mucho la pena
Sep 2021 • Friends
La guía Franchesca fue muy amable y la traductora nos ayudo muchísimo. Muy recomendable. No es una caminata extensa y cuentan curiosidades que hace más divertida la experiencia.
Written September 8, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
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