Martina Franca: private tour among Baroque and bocconotti tasting Discount Tickets

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Overview

Martina Franca is an important town in the Itria Valley. It is famous for its festivals and its many Baroque and Rococo-style buildings. The tour begins in Piazza XX Settembre and Porta Santo Stefano, then continues to Piazza Roma, with the Fountain of the Dolphins and the Ducal Palace, with Baroque façade and decorated balconies and sculpted details. Walking through the alleys of the old town, you will visit the Basilica of St. Martin, a remarkable example in Baroque style with a richly decorated façade, known for its sculptural details. In Piazza del Plebiscito, the monumental heart of the town, you will also find the University Palace and the evocative Clock Tower. Next is the visit to Piazza dell’Immacolata and the Chapel of St. Nicholas of the Greeks, a small historic religious building linked to Byzantine tradition, with an evocative atmosphere. The experience concludes with a delightful tasting of the traditional Bocconotti, offering an authentic taste of local tradition.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point with the local guide: outside Cinema/Theatre Giuseppe Verdi. 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. 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: 20 mins
6. Martina Franca
Delicious tasting with a typical sweet Bocconotti cake offering an authentic taste of the region.
Duration: 10 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 )

Savor the authentic taste of Apulia with a typical sweet Bocconotti cake tasting

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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