Bari & Beyond: Polignano a Mare and Alberobello by Train
- realtravelguides
- Oct 1
- 2 min read
Bari, the capital of Puglia, combines a historic old town with a vibrant waterfront. From here, trains and buses take you to seaside Polignano a Mare and the trulli houses of Alberobello for a perfect short trip.
Why Go?
You’ll experience southern hospitality, unique architecture, and some of Italy’s best seafood and pasta.
History
Bari Vecchia was a key Adriatic port under Byzantines and Normans. Polignano a Mare’s cliffs have been settled since antiquity, while Alberobello’s cone-shaped trulli date to the 16th century.
What to Expect
Bari’s lively old town and seafront.
Cliffside views at Polignano.
Fairy-tale houses in Alberobello.
5 Things to Do and See
Explore Bari Vecchia’s narrow streets and San Nicola Basilica.
Walk Bari’s seafront promenade at sunset.
Swim or admire views from Lama Monachile beach in Polignano.
Visit the trulli of Alberobello, a UNESCO site.
Try orecchiette pasta in a Bari trattoria.
Food Culture
Puglia is known for seafood, orecchiette with turnip greens, burrata cheese, and olive oil.
Where to Eat
Ristorante Biancofiore (Bari) – Refined seafood with Apulian wines.
Grotta Palazzese (Polignano a Mare) – Iconic cave restaurant above the sea.
Trullo d’Oro (Alberobello) – Traditional meals inside a trullo house.
Where to Stay
iH Grande Albergo delle Nazioni (Bari) – Modern seafront hotel with rooftop pool.
Trulli Holiday Albergo Diffuso (Alberobello) – Stay in an authentic trullo.
Off the Beaten Track
Stop at Monopoli, a charming fishing port between Bari and Polignano with fewer crowds.
How to Get There by Train/Bus
From Bari Centrale, trains to Polignano a Mare (~30 mins) run frequently. For Alberobello, take the Ferrovie del Sud Est train (~1h 50m) or bus.
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