Monopoli Trip Overview
Monopoli, the Apulian unique city, has a Medieval historical centre where many historical and artistic monuments are set.
You will have the opportunity to learn about the art, the history, the culture and the traditions of this enchanting town, among narrow streets and small squares
Additional Info
Duration: 90 to 105 minutes
Starts: Monopoli, Italy
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Monopoli, Puglia, Italy
Monopoli, the Apulian unique city, has a Medieval historical centre where many historical and artistic monuments are set.
You will have the opportunity to learn about the art, the history, the culture and the traditions of this enchanting town, among narrow streets and small squares
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Centro Storico di Monopoli, 70043, Monopoli Italy
The guided tour will start in Largo Plebiscito Square, then we’ll walk through Via Garibaldi, the ancient Merchants street, and reach Piazza Garibaldi, a place soaked in history that has preserved remains of different ages.
We’ll continue to the Carlo V Castle, that is part of the Spanish system of fortification and located within one of the oldest areas of Monopoli old town.
We’ll admire the massive bastions walking along the waterfront promenade and have a fantastic view of the Porta Vecchia and the 16th century city walls.
Then we will visit the Cathedral with its Baroque decorations, built on a preexisting Romanesque church, that is connected with the the legend of Madonna della Madia icon’s landing.
Walking along some typical alleys in the historical centre, we’ll finally arrive to Vittorio Emanuele square, which is the heart of the modern city.
At the end of the tour you will be offered a tasting of a fried or baked panzerotto or a slice of Barese focaccia.
(Please note that the tasting is not included for non-paying kids and teenagers).
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes
