Welcome to Puglia

Polignano a Mare at sunset in Puglia

DISCOVER SOUTHERN ITALY

Welcome to Puglia

Whitewashed towns, turquoise coves, centuries of history and food worth travelling for. Start here and build a Puglia trip that feels truly yours.

Explore Puglia Plan your trip
01Where to GoChoose the right towns, coast and countryside for your trip. 02Things to DoBeaches, historic sights, food, boat trips and memorable experiences. 03Where to StayFind the best base, from seaside towns to trulli and masserie. 04Getting AroundUnderstand when trains work well and when a car makes the trip easier.

EXPLORE BY AREA

Six different sides of Puglia

From the trulli of Valle d’Itria to the wild cliffs of Gargano and the warm Ionian coast, each area has its own rhythm.

Trulli and countryside in Valle d'Itria Valle d’ItriaTrulli, white towns, olive groves and masserie Torre dell'Orso bay in Salento SalentoBaroque towns and two beautiful coastlines Baia delle Zagare on the Gargano coast Gargano & DauniaSea cliffs, forests and hill towns Bari harbour and Teatro Margherita at sunset Bari & Central PugliaHistoric streets and iconic Adriatic towns Castel del Monte in inland Puglia Murgia & Inland PugliaCastles, ravines and quieter landscapes Ionian coast near San Pietro in Bevagna Taranto & the Ionian CoastAncient history, sandy beaches and warm water

MUST-SEE DESTINATIONS

Places that belong on a first Puglia trip

Use these destination guides as building blocks, then add smaller towns and beaches around them.

Alberobello in PugliaAlberobelloTrulli & UNESCO heritage Polignano a Mare in PugliaPolignano a MareCliffs, coves & sea views Monopoli harbour in PugliaMonopoliOld harbour & beaches Ostuni white town at sunsetOstuniThe White City Lecce in PugliaLecceBaroque architecture & food Otranto old town and coastOtrantoOld town & Adriatic coast Gallipoli castle and marinaGallipoliSea, old town & sunsets Vieste old town and Adriatic SeaViesteGargano coast & beaches

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CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE

Build the trip around what you love

Puglia works for many different travel styles. Start with the experience that matters most to you.

SeaBeaches & CovesFind the clearest water on the Adriatic and Ionian coasts. TasteFood & WineOrecchiette, focaccia, burrata, olive oil and local wines. DriveRoad TripsConnect towns, countryside and beaches at your own pace. FamilyPuglia with KidsEasy beaches, family stops and practical planning advice. HeritageHistory & CultureCastles, cathedrals, archaeology and UNESCO sites. NatureParks & OutdoorsForests, coastal trails and wilder landscapes. DoLocal ExperiencesBoat trips, cooking classes, tastings and guided visits. EasyCar-Free PugliaChoose bases and routes that work well by train and bus.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

Three guides to start with

Read these first if you are still deciding where to go, how long to stay and when to travel.

01Puglia Travel GuideBest places, practical advice and the essentials for planning your first trip.Start here → 027 Days in PugliaA balanced one-week itinerary for towns, beaches, food and countryside.See the itinerary → 03Best Time to Visit PugliaWeather, crowds, sea temperatures and what each season is really like.Choose your dates →
Traditional farmhouse near Locorotondo in Puglia

WHERE TO STAY

Sleep somewhere that feels like Puglia

Choosing the right base can completely change the trip. Stay in a lively coastal town, a whitewashed village, a countryside masseria or even a traditional trullo.

Best areas to stay in Puglia→ Masseria stays in Puglia→ Staying in a trullo→ Where to stay in Salento→
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A TASTE OF PUGLIA

Travel through the region one bite at a time

Food is part of the landscape here: durum wheat, olive groves, vineyards, fishing ports and recipes that change from town to town.

What to Eat in Puglia20 traditional foods worth trying Focaccia & Puglian BreadsWhat to try and where Puglia Olive OilVarieties, DOP oils and tastings Puglia Wine GuidePrimitivo, Negroamaro and wineries
Olive groves on the Gargano coast in Puglia

LATEST FROM PUGLIA

Fresh stories & travel tips

START EXPLORING

Ready to discover Puglia?

Pick a place that inspires you, then connect it with beaches, food, countryside and experiences that make the trip your own.

Explore the Puglia guideSee a 7-day itinerary