Bari Underground with archaeologist

Explore the secret city of Bari with an expert archaeologist among hidden treasures from Roman, early Christian and Byzantine times. Tour begins next to the archaeological Via Traiana in Ferrarese Square, a short section of the ancient Roman road built by Romans in the early II century A.D. until you reach Santa Scolastica Archaeological Museum. Tour goes on to the Cathedral of Saint Sabinus, a precious example of Romanesque Apulian style, which hides a whorty archaeological itinerary in the underground sites named Succorpo. Tour ends at the imposing and solemn Basilica of Saint Nicholas, symbol of the union between East and West, which hosts the relics of the Saint. According to the museum' opening hours and availability, two of the following archaeological sites will be visited during the tour: Palazzo Simi, Swabian Castle, Basilica of Saint Nicholas with its precious Crypt, Cathedral Succorpo, Saint Scolastica Museum.

1. 1

   Palazzo Simi - Centro Operativo per l’Archeologia

   30 min

   An elegant 16th-century 'palace-style' house with a central courtyard, service rooms on the ground floor, and a noble floor accessible via a staircase.

2. 2

   Il Succorpo della Cattedrale di Bari

   30 min

   An archaeological site that, in 1960, unearthed a mosaic floor with an intriguing inscription from the early Christian era (5th-6th century).

3. 3

   Museo Archeologico di Santa Scolastica

   30 min

   The medieval Benedictine monastery of Santa Scolastica, with its attached sixteenth-century bastion, now serves as the renewed headquarters of the Archaeological Museum of the Metropolitan City of Bari, welcoming visitors at the northern end of the widespread museum known for its density and variety of architectural, archaeological, artistic, and historical values, which is the Old Town.

4. 4

   Basilica San Nicola

   15 min

   Pontifical Basilica in Apulian Romanesque style.

5. 5

   Castello Normanno Svevo

   Pass by

   An imposing fortress dating back to the 12th century, now serving as a museum. Located on the outskirts of the historic center, near the port area and the Cathedral, its massiveness represents one of the most important and well-known monuments of the city.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The activity may change if the minimum number of participants is not reached or in case of adverse weather conditions. Please also note that the tour may be bilingual, depending on the composition of the group.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.