3 days in Bari, Polignano a Mare & Monopoli Itinerary

Puglia's capital city, Bari, is a growing metropolis of industry and one of the country's most important commercial ports.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Fri): enjoy the sand and surf at Pane e Pomodoro Beach, take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilica San Nicola, take in the spiritual surroundings of Cattedrale di Bari, then get to know the fascinating history of Lungomare e Murat, then explore the historical opulence of Castello Normanno Svevo, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Masseria del Barone.

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If you are flying in from Lithuania, the closest major aiports are Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport and Brindisi – Salento Airport. In October, daytime highs in Bari are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Polignano a Mare.

Polignano a Mare is a town and comune in the Metropolitan City of Bari, Apulia, southern Italy, located on the Adriatic Sea. Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): get outside with Coco Beach Club, explore the historical opulence of Castello Aragonese, pause for some serene contemplation at Cattedrale di Conversano, then make a trip to Centro Storico di Polignano a Mare, then don't miss a visit to Statua di Domenico Modugno, and finally contemplate the long history of Castello Marchione.

For ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Polignano a Mare tour itinerary planner.

You can drive from Bari to Polignano a Mare in an hour. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. October in Polignano a Mare sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can go by car to Monopoli.

Monopoli is a town and municipality in Italy, in the province of Bari and region of Apulia. Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sun): pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa Santa Maria Amalfitana, stroll through Purple Beach, Head underground at Grotte di Castellana, admire the landmark architecture of I Trulli di Alberobello - World Heritage Site, then see the interesting displays at Trullo Sovrano, and finally kick back and relax at Lido Ottagono.

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Monopoli is just a stone's throw from Polignano a Mare. In October, daytime highs in Monopoli are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to drive back home.