Free self-guided walk · Bari

Bari Vecchia

A free self-guided walk in Bari, from the castle through the old town past the pasta makers to San Nicola and the seafront.

Distance
3 km
Walking time
40 min
Allow
About 2 hours with stops
Stops
5

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About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Bari on foot.

Buy fresh orecchiette from the women on Arco Basso.

  • Terrain: Flat.
  • Best time: Late morning.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Castello Svevo

    Start at the castle.

  2. Bari Cathedral

    The cathedral.

  3. Arco Basso

    The pasta makers.

  4. Basilica di San Nicola

    The basilica.

  5. Lungomare

    Finish on the seafront.

Tips

  • Pasta makers work in the mornings.
  • The basilica is free.
  • Try focaccia barese.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.