30 days in Puglia Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Puglia tour itinerary planner
Start: Brindisi
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Bari
— 6 nights
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Vieste
— 5 nights
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Taranto
— 7 nights
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Santa Maria di Leuca
— 5 nights
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Lecce
— 6 nights
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End: Brindisi
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Bari — 6 nights
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Gateway to Apulia
Puglia's capital city, Bari, is a growing metropolis of industry and one of the country's most important commercial ports.Venture out of the city with trips to Zoosafari (in Fasano), Centro Storico di Monopoli (in Monopoli) and Polignano a Mare (Ponte Borbonico di Lama Monachile, Nature & Wildlife Tours, &more). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilica San Nicola, explore the historical opulence of Castello Normanno Svevo, don't miss a visit to Palazzo dell'Acquedotto Pugliese, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cattedrale di Trani.
To find maps, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Bari trip itinerary planning site.
Brindisi to Bari is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or take a train. In March, daytime highs in Bari are 18°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) so you can drive to Vieste.
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Vieste — 5 nights
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Vieste is a town, comune and former Catholic bishopric in the province of Foggia, in the Apulia region of southeast Italy. Explore Vieste's surroundings by going to Monte Sant'Angelo (Chiesa della Santissima Trinita, Abbazia ed eremi di Pulsano, &more), San Giovanni Rotondo (Cella di Padre Pio & Church of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina) and Saline di Margherita di Savoia (in Margherita di Savoia). There's much more to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Spiaggia del Pizzomunno, head outdoors with Pirola Beach, appreciate the history behind Chianca Amara, and look for gifts at Piccolo Souvenir.
To see where to stay, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Vieste day trip app.
Traveling by car from Bari to Vieste takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In March, daily temperatures in Vieste can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) so you can go by car to Taranto.
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To see where to stay, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Vieste day trip app.
Traveling by car from Bari to Vieste takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In March, daily temperatures in Vieste can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) so you can go by car to Taranto.
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Taranto — 7 nights
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Città dai due mari (City with Two Seas)
Taranto is a coastal city in Apulia, Southern Italy. Change things up with these side-trips from Taranto: Museo Archeologico di Oria e dei Messapi (in Oria), Alberobello (Cantina Albea winery and museum, Trullo Sovrano, &more) and Ostuni (Infopoint - Association Il Borgo Ostuni, Masseria Brancati, &more). There's lots more to do: step into the grandiose world of Castello Aragonese, pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesetta di San Francesco da Paola al Borgo, identify plant and animal life at Jonian Dolphin Conservation, and get engrossed in the history at Museo Nazionale Archeologico.
To see other places to visit, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read our Taranto road trip planning tool.
You can drive from Vieste to Taranto in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Vieste in March, Taranto is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) to allow time to drive to Santa Maria di Leuca.
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To see other places to visit, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read our Taranto road trip planning tool.
You can drive from Vieste to Taranto in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Vieste in March, Taranto is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) to allow time to drive to Santa Maria di Leuca.
Side Trips
Ostuni, Martina Franca, Alberobello, Santuario Madonna di Lourdes, Museo Archeologico di Oria e dei Messapi
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Santa Maria di Leuca — 5 nights
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Santa Maria di Leuca, often spelled simply Leuca, is a frazione of the comune of Castrignano del Capo, in the province of Lecce (Apulia), southern Italy. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Santa Maria di Leuca: Museo Archeologico della Civilta Messapica (in Poggiardo) and Palazzo Bacile di Castiglione (in Spongano). There's lots more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica Santuario di Santa Maria de Finibus Terrae, head outdoors with Maldive del Salento Pescoluse, enjoy the sea views from Faro di Leuca, and explore the fascinating underground world of Grotta del Soffio.
For traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Santa Maria di Leuca trip maker app.
You can drive from Taranto to Santa Maria di Leuca in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. When traveling from Taranto in April, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in Santa Maria di Leuca: temperatures range from 20°C by day to 14°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can go by car to Lecce.
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For traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Santa Maria di Leuca trip maker app.
You can drive from Taranto to Santa Maria di Leuca in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. When traveling from Taranto in April, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in Santa Maria di Leuca: temperatures range from 20°C by day to 14°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can go by car to Lecce.
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Lecce — 6 nights
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Florence of the South
Known as the Florence of the South, Lecce is distinguished for its elaborate Baroque monuments.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Lecce: Otranto (Centro Storico Otranto, Castello Aragonese, &more), Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie (in Sannicola) and Circolo Ippico Malepezza (in Sant'Andrea). Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Centro Storico, Lecce, steep yourself in history at Centro Storico di Gallipoli, pause for some serene contemplation at Duomo di Lecce, and get engrossed in the history at Museo Faggiano.
To see more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Lecce holiday planner.
You can drive from Santa Maria di Leuca to Lecce in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Santa Maria di Leuca in April, plan for a bit cooler nights in Lecce, with lows around 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can go by car back home.
Side Trips
Otranto, Gallipoli, Santuario Madonna delle Grazie, Circolo Ippico Malepezza, Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie
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Puglia travel guide
Situated at the southeastern tip of the country, Puglia forms the heel on the "boot" of Italy. First colonized by Mycenaean Greeks, the region flourished during Roman times as a major producer of grain and oil. Today, Puglia remains a predominantly agricultural part of the country, though its warm and sunny coastal weather makes it a favorite holiday destination with an ever-increasing number of tourists. The long coastline features attractions like sun-kissed beaches and lively resorts, many of which are overlooked by limestone cliffs. Deeper inland, Puglia is largely flat, a land of charming villages and world-class cuisine. Here, you'll find olive oil, grapes, tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms, and fresh seafood to give you sustenance as you continue sightseeing. Despite its reputation as a producer of some Italy's best food and wines, Puglia still has numerous rural corners that most tourists have yet to explore.
