Monopoli, the Apulian unique city, has a Medieval historical centre where many historical and artistic monuments are set.
The guided tour will start in Largo Plebiscito Square, then we’ll walk through Via Garibaldi, the ancient Merchants street, and reach Piazza Garibaldi, a place soaked in history that has preserved remains of different ages.
We’ll continue to the Carlo V Castle, that is part of the Spanish system of fortification and located within one of the oldest areas of Monopoli old town.
We’ll admire the massive bastions walking along the waterfront promenade and have a fantastic view of the Porta Vecchia and the 16th century city walls.
Then we will visit the Cathedral with its Baroque decorations, built on a preexisting Romanesque church, that is connected with the the legend of Madonna della Madia icon’s landing.
Walking along some typical alleys in the historical centre, we’ll finally arrive to Vittorio Emanuele square, which is the heart of the modern part of Monopoli.
At the end of the tour a fried or baked panzerotto or a slice of Barese focaccia will be offered.
Duration of the tour: about 1 hour and 30/45 minutes
Meet the guide in Largo Plebiscito, in front of Chiesa di San Francesco d’Assisi
This is a private guided tour
For further information or reservation, please contact me by phone at +39.3334350779 (also Whatsapp) or via email at viaggieitinerari@gmail.com
The tour can be also booked on Viator/Tripadvisor
viaggieitinerari... in Puglia by Valeria Dicarlo 