Top Taranto Art & Culture

The tour of the medieval village is a unique, cultural and exciting experience. We will let you know the whole history of our beautiful white city.

The narrow alleys that climb up to the summit, the colorful fixtures on the whitewashed walls painted in lime. Take it easy. Our drivers - qualified and highly professional - will show you the history of this magnificent village.

The Hammam here is healthy is the first authentic traditional Turkish bath of the Puglia region with a frigidarium in a cistern, located in the heart of the historical center of Gravina in Puglia just a few minutes drive from the splendid Matera. Crossing the threshold of the most historic district of the country "IL PIAGGIO" leads to stairs overlooking a quiet courtyard where you can catch an unusual and attractive feeling of immediate relaxation in total contrast with the bustle of the country. FIND US IMMERSED IN THE HYPOGEN CAVES, WHERE YOU CAN FIND THE SPLENDOR OF A TIME, FEEL THE MAGIC AND SMELLS THAT SPEAK OF SECRET AND FAR PLACES AND REMAIN FASCINATED BY THE COMPETENCE AND PROFESSIONALISM OF THE CENTRAL OPERATORS, WHO KNOW HOW TO DRIVE YOU IN A JOURNEY OF RELAXATION WHERE THE TIME STOPS, THE BODY IS RELAXED AND THE MIND IS REGENERATED in total privacy. HAVE A NICE TRIP

In just an hour you can visit the most interesting places in the old town and in the Umbertino village. Our slogan is "the best way to visit the city of two seas". In fact, it often happens that you are just passing through our capital, you stop only for a few hours, a fleeting meal and you are disappointed to have noticed a beautiful city but that for reasons of time we did not linger as it would have deserved because the territory is quite extensive, what better opportunity then to speed up everything by spending a pleasant hour letting yourself be guided aboard a nice Calessino bee? Seeing is believing.

Have you already seen the Archaeological Museum of Naples and think you have seen everything? Nothing more wrong. The archaeological museum MarTa of Taranto will amaze you and leave you breathless by the beauty of the precious artifacts displayed in a large exhibition dedicated to the Apulian Greece-Roman artefacts arranged according to the type of materials: marble sculptures, monumental tombs, soft stone sculptures , pottery of the necropolis, goldsmiths. The guided tour will take you to visit the rooms dedicated to marble sculptures, another room with sculptures, mosaics and epigraphs from public and private buildings. Following will visit the rooms dedicated to the pottery from the necropolis. The diamond point of the museum are the so-called Ori of Taranto (Golds of Taranto) which, in reality, are almost all of Canosa di Puglia town. The tour ends with a visit to the mosaics of the baths and villas of the Roman patricians, terracotta tools and the numismatic collection.

in a few km you can meet different habitats, from the plain of millenary olive trees to the forests of fragni and the hills of the Itria Valley. Over time, the characteristics of nature have produced different cultures and different ways of living: crops, rural homes, traditions. The use of the electric Twizy, which will be guided by the participants (one Twizy per couple) allows you to get to know the territory slowly and above all eco-sustainable, being able to stop to grasp hidden corners, noting details that only the most careful eyes can see, savoring the scents and nuances that nature gives in every season. The excursion, with a qualified guide, includes a visit to the historic center of Cisternino and, optional with a supplement, a visit to the historic center of Ostuni. Fun, freedom, contact with nature and ease of driving make this excursion suitable for all needs and for all ages!

Private guided tour exploring the white city of Ostuni, with its panoramic views of the olive groves and the Adriatic coast. You will experience one of the most typical old towns of Puglia and learn about its ancient origins.

Take a small-group walking tour of the “White City” of Ostuni, and hear its history from a local guide. You’ll get to know the secrets of the town’s historic center, where whitewashed houses sashay down the hillside against the backdrop of the sea. Impressive photo points and a stop to try the region’s best gelato are among the highlights.

Visit the top towns in the Valle d’Itria plus sample the valley’s premier wines in a single day with this all-inclusive tour. Taste wines at both a 16th-century “masseria” estate and a contemporary cellar, then explore the old town of Locorotondo and relax over lunch. Afterwards, marvel at Alberobello’s UNESCO-listed “trulli” dwellings with a guided tour and cap off the day by sipping traditional "rosoli" liqueur on a panoramic terrace.

Discover the Itria Valley aboard a Piaggio Ape Calessino. A "slow" and original way to discover this magnificent valley. An experience located along the cities of Ostuni, Cisternino, Locorotondo and Alberobello. A sensory journey through colors and scents, which will make you live a unique experience in the world.

The Metapontum archaeological site is one of the most impressive complexes dating from Magna Graecia in southern Italy, but interpreting the ruins on your own can be a challenge. With this tour, take a deep dive into ancient Greece with the insights of your guide. Admire the impressive temples, sanctuary, and agora, and take in the vast collection of unearthed artifacts that are now housed in the museum.

With its whitewashed homes and magnificent cathedral, Ostuni is a highlight of Puglia’s Itria Valley. Take in its old town in just a few hours with this walking tour led by a private guide. Admire the main square and Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and learn about their history and architecture, then stroll along lanes lined with traditional workshops to the Aragonese walls to take in the views over the countryside.

The guided tour starts from Piazza Castello square, the center of the major monuments of interest. Here we will visit the ruins of the Doric Temple of Poseidon dating back to the 6th century. B.C. with two Doric columns that bear witness to the ancient Magno-Greek temple. The tour continues with the visit of the Aragonese castle inside which there is the Navy: the first tower was built by the Byzantines in the eleventh century and over the centuries was expanded to the current conformation. Very close to the castle you will visit and travel the revolving bridge, symbol of Taranto, connecting the island of Borgo Antico with the peninsula of Borgo Nuovo. About 90 meters long, it was inaugurated in 1887 and overlooks a large navigable canal that unites the two seas: the Mar Grande with the Mar Piccolo. The tour concludes with a visit to the Cathedral of San Cataldo, built by the Byzantines in the second half of the tenth century, although remodeled with a Baroque façade in the mid-1700s.

Metaponto is one of the most important ancient cities in Basilicata and has been symbol of the Hellenic culture. It is characterized by important archeological sites such as the Archeological Park of Apollonio Licio and the wonderful Tavole Palatine.

Pizzica and Tarantella are a type of music and dance which are extremely compelling and impossible to resist. The rhythm of drums, violins, accordions and harmonicas, and the frantic steps of the dancers wrapped in their long skirts are a unique expression of the Apulian popular culture. Choose the opportunity to learn the Apulian typical dance under the olive trees. A traditional place, the perfect setting to recreate the same atmosphere of distant and times: the trulli, the centuries-old olive trees and the countryside of the Murgia. Be and feel a "tarantata" for a day!

- Discover the white city with an expert guide, listen to Ostuni's secrets and curiosities - Don't miss out the most beautiful and iconic monuments of the historic center - Walk from the heart of the center to the stunning panoramic terrace in the city - Get carried away by the vibes of the locals and by the scents of typical dishes

The Puglian town of Gravina is known for its rock-cut churches, cave dwellings, and ancient underground tunnels. On this tour, benefit from the undivided attention of a private guide as you explore Gravina’s underground treasures. Visit an underground quarry, admire ancient rock churches, and see the 18th-century viaduct bridge overlooking Sant’Angelo aqueduct.

The oil is called the green gold of Puglia and the countryside of Ostuni is characterized by the plane of olive trees. We will take a walk in the centuries-old olive grove near the farm in which we will see some ancient olive trees , we will visit an ancient underground oil mill, place of oil production and I will provide you with various information about the cultivation and production of the same. We will also taste three types of apulian extra virgin olive oil accompanied by local bread.

Discover with this tour two pearls of Puglia: Altamura and Gravina. Famous for the production of DOP bread, Altamura also boasts the presence of an interesting medieval cathedral built by Frederick II of Swabia and a succession of noble palaces along the streets of the historic center. Gravina, on the other hand, famous for its rock habitat, has numerous cave churches surrounded by a decidedly picturesque landscape.

The Italian lesson is a taste of the Italian language and culture! It is useful to travel to Italy and to take the first steps to discover our country and if you already know it ... to become 100% Italian! The method used is the communicative one and we will learn the ESSENTIAL expressions to communicate (order at the restaurant, book a room, etc ...). At the same time, we will have fun putting ourselves to the test with one of the most loved languages in the world! What are you waiting for?