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Overview

Martina Franca is one of the most important towns in the Itria Valley. It is famous for its festivals and its many buildings in Baroque and Rococo style. The tour begins at Piazza XX Settembre and Porta Santo Stefano, then continues to Piazza Roma, where you can admire the Fountain of the Dolphins and the Palazzo Ducale, an imposing building with an elegant Baroque façade, characterized by decorated balconies and sculpted details. Walking through the alleys of the old town, you will visit the Basilica of Saint Martino, an outstanding example of Baroque architecture, known for its richly decorated façade and sculptural details. In Piazza del Plebiscito, the monumental heart of the town, you will also find the University Palace and the evocative Clock Tower. The tour ends with a visit to Piazza dell’Immacolata and the Chapel of Saint Nicholas of the Greeks, a small historic religious building linked to Byzantine tradition, with an intimate and evocative atmosphere.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point with the local guide: Outside Giuseppe Verdi Theater. The guide will have an identification badge around his neck

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Palazzo Ducale
The Ducal Palace in Martina Franca is an imposing historic building known for its elegant Baroque façade, featuring decorated balconies, sculpted frames, and harmonious architectural details; it overlooks Piazza Roma and is one of the most representative landmarks of the town ( external visit )
Duration: 15 mins
2. Porta di Santo Stefano
The Porta di Santo Stefano in Martina Franca is one of the historic gateways to the old town, characterized by a simple and traditional structure; it marks one of the main entrances and leads into the charming inner streets.
Duration: 15 mins
3. Basilica di San Martino
The Basilica of San Martino in Martina Franca is a magnificent example of Baroque architecture, famous for its richly decorated façade with statues and sculpted details; it dominates Piazza del Plebiscito and is one of the main symbols of the town.
Duration: 30 mins
4. Palazzo dell'Universita e Torre dell'orologio
The University Palace and the Clock Tower in Martina Franca are two elegant historic buildings overlooking Piazza del Plebiscito; the former features a refined 18th-century façade, while the tower, with its clock, adds a distinctive and scenic element to the heart of the town.
Duration: 30 mins
5. Piazza Maria Immacolata
Piazza dell’Immacolata in Martina Franca is one of the most distinctive squares in the town, known for its elegant semicircular exedra; it offers a harmonious and evocative setting in the heart of the historic center.
Duration: 15 mins
6. The Chapel of Saint Nicholas of the Greeks in Martina Franca is a small historic church linked to Byzantine tradition, characterized by an intimate and evocative atmosphere in the heart of the old town
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

Stroll through the evocative historic center

Discover the monumental Piazza del Plebiscito with the University Palace and the Clock Tower

Visit the Basilica of Saint Martino in Baroque style

Admire the Fountain of the Dolphins and the Ducal Palace ( external visit )

Visit the Chapel of Saint Nicholas of the Greeks

Private walking tour of Martina Franca with licensed tour guide

Exclusion

Transportation to/from attractions

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

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

Supplied by ITALYGONIA TRAVEL

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