Polignano, Ostuni and Locorotondo Day Trip from Bari
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Overview
This coach day trip from Bari visits three of Puglia's most photographed towns: Polignano a Mare on its sea cliffs, Ostuni, the whitewashed White City, and Locorotondo, a round village in the Valle d'Itria. You travel in an air-conditioned coach with a driver, a digital audio guide in five languages and a printed brochure, and you explore each town at your own pace. You can start from Bari, or join in Polignano a Mare for a shorter day.
Highlights
- Polignano a Mare, a cliff-top town above the Adriatic
- Ostuni, the White City of whitewashed lanes and views to the sea
- Locorotondo, a circular hill village with sloping stone roofs
- Air-conditioned coach with a digital audio guide in five languages
- Free time in each town to explore at your own pace
- Start from Bari, or join in Polignano a Mare for a shorter day
Full Description
Polignano a Mare on the Adriatic cliffs
Polignano a Mare is the first stop and the town most people picture for a Polignano a Mare day trip from Bari. The old centre stands on a limestone headland, with lanes that end at terraces over the sea, a Roman bridge over the Lama Monachile cove and a small pebble beach below. The coast is hollowed with caves, and the view back at the cliffs is the one on every postcard.
You have about two and a half hours here, enough to wander the old town, find the best viewpoints and, in warm months, spend time by the water. The town is also the starting point for guests joining the shorter departure.
Ostuni, the White City
Ostuni crowns three hills in the Itria countryside, and its houses are painted white, which gives the town its name, the White City of Puglia. Inside the old walls the lanes climb in steps and arches to the cathedral, with a late Gothic facade and a carved rose window, and to Piazza della Libertà, the lively heart of town. If you wonder what to see in Ostuni, the answer is the viewpoint over olive groves down to the sea.
About two and a half hours are allowed, so there is time for a coffee, the shops and the climb to the top. Comfortable shoes are important, as the old streets are steep and paved with smooth stone.
Locorotondo in the Valle d'Itria
Locorotondo is the last stop, a village of about one and a half hours' visit. Its name means round place, and the old centre follows an oval plan around the church. The houses have white walls and steep slate-grey roofs called cummerse, and the streets are paved with local stone slabs. The village has been honoured with the Orange Flag by the Italian Touring Club for its welcome to visitors.
The best views are from the edge of the old town, where the Valle d'Itria opens in a patchwork of fields, trulli and dry-stone walls. It is a quiet end to the day, and many guests find it the most relaxed of the three stops.
Itinerary
- Check-in in BariMeet at the Bari bus checkpoint shown on your voucher, receive your brochure and board the coach.
- Polignano a MareAbout 2.5 hours of free time in the cliff town, with the old centre, viewpoints and the sea.
- OstuniAbout 2.5 hours in the White City to explore the lanes, cathedral and viewpoints.
- LocorotondoAbout 1.5 hours in the round hill village and its edge viewpoints.
- ReturnCoach back to Polignano a Mare or Bari in the early evening.
What's included
- Coach transport from Polignano a Mare
- Return to Polignano a Mare or Bari in the evening
- Air-conditioned vehicle and qualified driver
- Free time in each village
- Digital audio guide in 5 languages
Not included
- Live guide
- Polignano a Mare sightseeing time
- Food and drinks
- Headphones
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Travellers who want a proven choice — rated 4.6/5 by past travellers
Think twice if
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
Not suitable for
- Travellers who cannot manage steep streets and steps
- Anyone who wants a live guide, as the day is based on an audio guide and free time
- Guests who need a hotel pickup, as the coach starts from a fixed point
Meeting point
Two starting points are offered, depending on the option you choose. From Bari, meet at the bus checkpoint near Largo Eroi del Mare shown on your voucher; the departure is at 08:30 and the coach returns to Bari in the evening. The shorter option meets in Polignano a Mare at 11:30 at the point on your voucher, with the return to Polignano or Bari in the evening. Hotel pickup is not included.
Important information
- Wear comfortable shoes: all three towns have steep stone streets
- Bring a sun hat, water and swimwear if you hope to swim in Polignano a Mare
- The coach does not wait for latecomers; arrive early at the meeting point
- The audio guide is digital and needs an internet connection
- This tour has no live guide; the driver is not a guide
- Food and drinks are not included, so plan lunch during free time
- Timings may change with traffic and the season
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Polignano, Ostuni and Locorotondo tour cost?
The price depends on the option you choose. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, for adults and for children.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. The coach starts from the Bari checkpoint or from Polignano a Mare, depending on the option, at the point shown on your voucher.
How long is the day trip?
About ten hours from Bari, or about seven hours if you join in Polignano a Mare.
What is the difference between the options?
Both visit Ostuni and Locorotondo. The Bari option also includes about two and a half hours in Polignano a Mare and starts earlier. The Polignano option starts there at 11:30 and omits the Polignano sightseeing time.
Is there a guide?
There is a driver and a digital audio guide in five languages, with a brochure and maps. There is no live guide on this tour.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes, children can join. The booking panel shows the age groups. Streets are steep, so a baby carrier is easier than a stroller.
What should I wear and bring?
Comfortable shoes, a hat, water, a light jacket and, in summer, swimwear and a towel for Polignano a Mare.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Availability is shown in the booking panel. Pick the date you want and you will see which departures are open.
Is Ostuni worth visiting?
Yes. Ostuni is one of the most distinctive towns in Puglia, and the viewpoint over the olive groves is a highlight of the day.
When is the best time to visit Locorotondo and Ostuni?
Spring and early autumn have mild weather for the steep lanes. Summer is warm and busy, so the coach schedule gives you time in the cooler part of the afternoon.
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