Bari

Apulia (Metropolitan City of Bari)

The capital of the Apulia region and a major port city on the Adriatic coast of Southern Italy. It's famous for its labyrinthine old town, **Bari Vecchia**, the **Basilica di San Nicola** which houses the relics of Saint Nicholas, and its vibrant urban atmosphere.

Practical Travel Guide for Bari

Make your journey smoother with essential practical information to read before traveling.

Visa Information

Part of the Schengen Area, allowing visa-free travel for up to 90 days for many nationalities.

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Italian

Ciao / Salve

Hello

Grazie

Thank you

Scusi / Mi scusi

Excuse me

Euro (EUR)

Local Currency

Getting Around

Bari's new town is well-planned and walkable. The old town, **Bari Vecchia**, is best explored on foot. Public transport includes buses and local trains, which are convenient for day trips to other towns in Apulia.

Local Flavors

Bari is a hub for Apulian cuisine, famous for **Orecchiette** (little ear-shaped pasta), fresh seafood, and **Focaccia Barese**. Be sure to look for the local women making pasta in the streets of **Bari Vecchia**.

Orecchiette con le cime di rapa (Pasta with turnip greens)Tiella Barese (Rice, potato, and mussel casserole)Focaccia Barese (Flatbread with tomatoes, olives, and oregano)