Half-Day Guided Tour of Monopoli for Small Groups Discount Tickets

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Overview

Let yourself be guided by an expert local guide through the charming alleys and squares of the historic center of Monopoli. Discover stories and secrets hidden in churches, noble palaces and monuments of this ancient village which still retains its authentic charm. Starting from Piazza Garibaldi we will go up the ancient Via dei Mercanti to stop in some churches with unmistakable Baroque decorations. Among all, the cathedral dedicated to the Madonna della Madia, the Byzantine icon that came from the sea, which you will see reproduced in numerous votive aedicules among arches and alleys. And again the churches of San Francesco d'Assisi adjacent to the town hall, San Domenico with its fascinating rose window, Santa Maria del Suffragio with its skeletons. From Portavecchia beach we will follow the sixteenth-century city walls to reach the Carlo V castle and the old port with its fishing boats. And finally a tasting of typical Apulian products! The tour is also suitable for families with children!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

An expert local guide will be waiting for you in Piazza Garibaldi, in the historic center of Monopoli, near the fountain that you will find in the centre.

End Point

End point

The tour ends with a tasting of typical Apulian products

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Basilica Cattedrale Maria Santissima della Madia
The baroque cathedral of the Madonna della Madia, built on the remains of the Romanesque building, will amaze you with its polychrome marble and the unique charm of the Byzantine icon that arrived on a raft on the night of 16 December 1117
Duration: 10 mins
2. Castello di Carlo V
The sixteenth-century manor built by Emperor Charles V is today an important cultural container, home to exhibitions, conferences and weddings. It will only be visited externally to discover its origin and transformation over the centuries.
3. Chiesa di San Francesco d'Assisi
One of the places of worship still in use in the historic center of Monopoli is the baroque church of San Francesco d'Assisi with the adjacent convent, now home to the town hall
Duration: 5 mins

Inclusion

Snacks

Exclusion

any entrance tickets to monuments and exhibitions

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Apulia - la finestra sul mare

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