Bari sits on the Adriatic in southern Italy and is the centre of the Puglia region. The relics of Saint Nicholas, brought here from Myra by sailors in 1087, rest in its basilica, a church visited by Catholics and Orthodox alike, and Saint Nicholas's past at Demre ties the city directly to Turkiye. The old town, called Bari Vecchia, is a set of narrow lanes known for the women making pasta by hand in their doorways. Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul, a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
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See flights to Bari →When to visit Bari
April to June and September to October suit both the city and the coast. July and August are hot and the Puglia coast fills with Italian holidaymakers. The feast of Saint Nicholas on 8 May brings processions and a sea parade, and winters are mild and wet.
Things to do in Bari
The Basilica of Saint Nicholas
Visit the Romanesque church and the crypt holding the relics brought from Demre.
Bari Vecchia
See the women making pasta by hand in their doorways along the narrow lanes, and come out on the squares.
The Svevo castle
Tour the moated castle from the Norman and Hohenstaufen periods.
The Lungomare
Take an evening walk along one of the longest seafront promenades in Italy.
The orecchiette street
Watch the ear-shaped pasta being made on Arco Basso and buy it fresh.
Alberobello
Take a day trip to the UNESCO-listed town of trulli houses with their conical stone roofs.
Flights from Turkey to Bari
Bari is served by Bari Karol Wojtyla Airport (BRI), about 10 km from the city centre and reached in about 20 minutes by train or bus. There are direct flights from Istanbul, and Alberobello is about 55 km from the centre.
Bari FAQ
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Which airport serves Bari and how do I reach the city?
Flights land at Bari Karol Wojtyla Airport (BRI), about 10 km from the centre, reached in about 20 minutes by train or bus.
Are there direct flights from Turkiye to Bari, and is a visa needed?
Yes. Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul, a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes. Italy is in the Schengen area, so Turkish citizens need a Schengen visa.
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