BARI ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

🌊Gateway to the Adriatic and Heart of Puglia

Bari, the vibrant capital of Puglia (Apulia), is a lively coastal city blending medieval history, authentic southern Italian culture, and Mediterranean charm. Known for its labyrinthine old town, delicious street food, and access to some of Italy’s best beaches, Bari is both a destination and a perfect base to explore southern Italy.

🚆 How to Get to Bari

By Train

  • Station: Bari Centrale (Piazza Aldo Moro, 70123 Bari BA)
  • Operators: Trenitalia (Frecciarossa, Intercity, Regionali), Italo
  • Connections:
    • Rome → Bari: ~4–5 hrs (Frecciarossa)
    • Naples → Bari: ~3 hrs
    • Lecce → Bari: ~1.5 hrs
    • Bologna → Bari: ~6 hrs

By Bus

  • Main Terminal: Adjacent to Bari Centrale station (Via Giuseppe Capruzzi)
  • Companies: FlixBus, MarinoBus, Itabus
  • Budget option: Fares from €5–€20

By Air

  • Airport: Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)
    • Address: Viale Enzo Ferrari, 70128 Bari
    • ~10 km from city centre
    • Served by Ryanair, ITA Airways, Lufthansa, Wizz Air, etc.
    • To/from the city:
      • Train: FM2 line (20 min)
      • Bus: Line 16 (€1.10, 35–45 min)
      • Shuttle: Tempesta Airport Shuttle (€4, 30 min)
      • Taxi: ~€25

By Ferry

  • Port of Bari serves ferries to/from Albania, Greece, Croatia, and Montenegro.
    • Address: Porto di Bari, Varco Dogana, 70123 Bari

🏙️ Where to Stay in Bari

Best Neighborhoods

  • Bari Vecchia (Old Town): Authentic, atmospheric, walking distance to major sights
  • Murattiano District: Elegant 19th-century grid, modern shopping and dining
  • Madonnella: Local vibe, seaside, budget-friendly stays
  • Poggiofranco: Quieter, residential, good for long stays or families

🕰️ Best Time to Visit Bari

  • Spring (April–June): Pleasant temperatures, fewer tourists
  • Autumn (Sept–Oct): Still warm, ideal for exploring & swimming
  • Summer (July–Aug): Beaches are busy, temps high (30–35°C)
  • Winter (Dec–Feb): Mild (10–15°C), quiet, fewer events

🎟️ Bari Public Transport

  • Operator: AMTAB
  • Tickets: €1.10 (valid 75 minutes), sold at kiosks, tobacconists
  • Services: Urban buses cover city and suburbs
  • Bari Metropolitana: Suburban rail lines connect Bari with towns like Bitonto and Altamura
  • Bari Bike Sharing: Available at various city points
  • Walkability: Bari Vecchia and Murattiano are easily explored on foot

🛍️ Shopping & Local Markets

  • Via Sparano: High-end and chain shops in the modern center
  • Corso Cavour: Elegant shopping promenade
  • Via Manzoni: Affordable local boutiques
  • Mercato del Pesce (Fish Market): Lungomare Imperatore Augusto
  • Mercato Coperto Santa Scolastica: Local food and produce, near the old town

🍕 What to Eat in Bari

Traditional Puglian street food and seafood are the stars.

Must-try local dishes:

  • Orecchiette alle cime di rapa: Handmade pasta with turnip greens
  • Focaccia Barese: Thick crust, cherry tomatoes, olives, olive oil
  • Panzerotti: Fried dough pockets stuffed with mozzarella and tomato
  • Riso, patate e cozze: Baked rice with potatoes and mussels
  • Sgagliozze: Fried polenta cubes, typical street snack

📞 Tourist Information

  • Bari Tourist Office (Infopoint)
    • Address: Piazza del Ferrarese, 70122 Bari
    • Phone: +39 080 524 2244
    • Hours: Daily, 9:00–19:00
    • Website: www.viaggiareinpuglia.it

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