The Apulia region keeps an extraordinary chest of cultural treasures; from the jewel of Salento - a wonderful art city well-known for its marvellous Baroque buildings - to the must-visit place of Ostuni – named the ‘white city’ because of its whitewashed centre and Alberobello with its typical Trulli. Take a look at our top reasons to visit Puglia for your Italian escape
Art & Culture
Find enchanted landscapes that surround historic towns and cities of art. From Romanesque and Baroque cathedrals to monuments that frame town squares.
Puglia is full of priceless treasures and architectural gems, including its UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It's really hard to resist the beauty of Puglia’s museums, realms of art and its archaeology. Hear ancient stories about the great Emperor Frederick II and learn the tricks of ancient trades, from craftsmen weaving baskets in Bari, to artisans creating objects out of stone in the Salento.
Nature, Activities & Well-being
Let yourself daydream in Puglia surrounded by beautiful landscapes and immersed in the colours of the coast, Mediterranean scrubland, centuries-old olive groves and oak forests. You'll find rare species of plants and animals in protected areas such as the National Parks of the Alta Murgia and Gargano. If you prefer a more active holiday, you can go trekking, horse riding or discover extraordinary sights under the sea. Or let yourself be pampered. From Santa Cesarea to Margherita di Savoia, thermal baths have always been a panacea to soothe body and soul.
Food & Wine
Puglia hosts a triumph of Mediterranean flavours. From the Gargano to the Salento, fill your palate with the authentic tastes that make Puglia’s food and wine so unique.
Each small village has its own typical recipes and dishes, with menus based on homemade orecchiette, grilled meats and fish-based specialties. Abandon yourself to the slow pace of the countryside in Puglia’s agricultural museums and didactic manor farms. These are set amidst broad expanses of centuries-old olive groves and vineyards where Designation of Origin products are made.
The Sea
Enjoy crystal-clear waters and an 860 km coastline of golden beaches and breath-taking cliffs. From the Adriatic to the Ionian, follow Puglia’s seas all the way down to the picture-perfect landscapes of the Salento and the Arco Ionico. Among Puglia’s beaches you'll find a great number of beaches carrying the Blue Flag certification. Explore the pristine environment of the protected marine areas, or dive into the nightlife as it lights up summer evenings in beautiful seaside towns.
Now you know why we love Puglia so much, why not click here to browse our fantastic holidays to this stunning region to see what all the fuss is about?
