Andrea’s guidebook to Alberobello, Castellana Grotte and Puglia
Sightseeing
Alberobello is a unique destination in Italy. Its conical shaped houses which were built historically without mortar create a spectacular sight. The Trulli were living accomodation for the people of Alberobello their thick walls providing shade in summer and warmth in winter. Trulli are still used as living accommodation for many inhabitants in the Valle d'itria and sleeping inside a trullo you can really appreciate the wonderful craft of the stonemasons. Inside the Trulli in the oldest part of the town can be found local artisans selling local dyed cloth's, whistles, pottery and jewellery. There is also a Trulli church dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua, this can be found at the top of the Rione dei Monti district.
963 locals recommend
Alberobello
Alberobello is a unique destination in Italy. Its conical shaped houses which were built historically without mortar create a spectacular sight. The Trulli were living accomodation for the people of Alberobello their thick walls providing shade in summer and warmth in winter. Trulli are still used as living accommodation for many inhabitants in the Valle d'itria and sleeping inside a trullo you can really appreciate the wonderful craft of the stonemasons. Inside the Trulli in the oldest part of the town can be found local artisans selling local dyed cloth's, whistles, pottery and jewellery. There is also a Trulli church dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua, this can be found at the top of the Rione dei Monti district.
Trullo Sovrano is a heritage museum that houses original furnishings and artefacts. Its open every day except Sunday; 10am - 12.45pm and 3.30pm - 6.30pm
26 locals recommend
Trullo Sovrano
10 Piazza SacramentoTrullo Sovrano is a heritage museum that houses original furnishings and artefacts. Its open every day except Sunday; 10am - 12.45pm and 3.30pm - 6.30pm
Enjoy and evening passieggata (stroll to be seen) along the town walls. Stop for an aperitivo at one of the many bars and watch the sun go down over the sea. Lots of cocktails to choose from and ask for Tris which is a trio of nibbles such as Olives, Nuts and Taralli. (Puglia circular dough rings)
423 locals recommend
Monopoli
Enjoy and evening passieggata (stroll to be seen) along the town walls. Stop for an aperitivo at one of the many bars and watch the sun go down over the sea. Lots of cocktails to choose from and ask for Tris which is a trio of nibbles such as Olives, Nuts and Taralli. (Puglia circular dough rings)
Beautiful church built in the Trulli style. Well worth visiting during your walk amongst the trulli houses
13 locals recommend
Church of Saint Anthony of Padua
16 P.za Antonio Lippolis CanonicoBeautiful church built in the Trulli style. Well worth visiting during your walk amongst the trulli houses
Lovely old town with a market on Wednesday morning. Nice shopping along the wide main street.
36 locals recommend
Putignano
Lovely old town with a market on Wednesday morning. Nice shopping along the wide main street.
Food scene
Puglia Markets;
Monday - Cisternino
Tuesday - Fasano
Wednesday - Martina Franca and Putignano
Thursday - Alberobello
Friday - Locorotondo
Saturday - Castellana Grotte, Ostuni
Beautiful winery. Started in 1905 and now offers wine tastings and guide to how wine is made by its knowledgeable owners. Wine can be purchased too
Cantina Museo Albea
8 Via Due MacelliBeautiful winery. Started in 1905 and now offers wine tastings and guide to how wine is made by its knowledgeable owners. Wine can be purchased too
Beautiful gardens and Agritourism shop selling wines, soap and other local made products. There are regular music events and picnics usually on a Saturday evening. There is a FaceBook page for them.
Giardini Pistola
SP1Beautiful gardens and Agritourism shop selling wines, soap and other local made products. There are regular music events and picnics usually on a Saturday evening. There is a FaceBook page for them.
Pizzeria Pozzo Contino
26 Via Brigata ReginaGreat pizza, wine and beer with a fabulous view
Antica Roma pub pizzeria
37 Piazza Caduti CastellanesiGreat fun place for kids and lovely pizza's and beer.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Alberobello has tiny streets so parking can be tricky
There is free on street parking around the town but generally yellow boxes are exclusive to residents. Blue boxes are paid parking. There are two electric charging points in the centre.
Alberobello is built on two hills so best wear comforatable footwear at least until you want to take part in the evening passeggiata along the main street later in the evening.
The rail station has local trains for connections to Bari and Locorotondo. The station itself is a 5-10 minute walk away.
Bus stops to Martina Franca, Bari and Monopoli are located at the train station.
What to pack
Bring lightweight trainers for exploring the cobbled streets
It can get very hot in July and August so remember to carry water, sunhat and shades. Clothing should be natural fibre and loose fitting.
There are plenty of cashpoints in the town so you don't need to bring large amounts of cash. Some smaller shops are more used to dealing with cash purchases however.