Top Rated Attractions in Bari

This elegant cinema is in a central area of Bari. It shows the latest releases and some older films during the week. Comfortable seats and a well-stocked bar assure a pleasant evening.

Take the Main Route 16 south and then the provincial southwest road, and you will arrive in Conversano. The 15th-century Castiglione tower, five kilometers (three miles) from Conversano, on the provincial road to Castellana, is particularly interesting. According to local history, this observation tower was erected near to an open space in the older walled city. Castiglione, in fact, was already being talked about in the 10th Century. It is a small village, or hamlet, inhabited by people originally from neighboring areas who gathered around a castle built before the tower, which was destroyed by the Venetians between the 15th and 16th Centuries.

A really enchanting place for those in search of peace and inner tranquility. In the medieval center of Noci, not far from the city, heading toward Gioia del Colle, the Benedictictine Abbey of the Madonna della Scala rises up, immersed in the green of the surrounding pinewood. Here, the Benedictines took care of old books with a well-equipped laboratory on site. But their interests turned to musical research in the old liturgical musical repertory. Courses in Gregorian singing are held annually and there are specific seminars on old music.

Located on the Piazza Cattedrale street, Bitonto Cathedral is a place of worship for the Roman Catholics of Bitonto. The history of this cathedral can be traced back to 8th Century when it was built. This church is dedicated to Saint Valentine and presently shares being a seat to the Bishop with the Archdiocese of Bari. The magnificent church was rebuilt in 11th Century and boasts of Romanesque architecture. The interiors of the church are richly decorated and are adorned with artifacts from across the centuries. Observe the detailing of the ambon made of marble or know the art of stone carving as you see the pulpit.