★ The city of the two seas

Welcome to Taranto

Three thousand years of history between the Mar Grande and the Mar Piccolo. Discover the Aragonese Castle, the Gold of Magna Graecia, the beaches and the flavours of a city waiting to be explored.

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3000
years of history
2
seas
50+
attractions
15
beaches
Why Taranto

A unique city, suspended between two seas

Taranto is the only city in the world built between two seas. A heritage that weaves together Spartan history, crystal-clear waters and living traditions.

  • Archaeological heritage among the richest in Italy, housed in the MArTA museum.
  • Sea and beaches for every season, from the Mar Piccolo to the islands.
  • Authentic seafood cuisine: mussels, raw fish and Ionian tradition.
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Where would you like to start?

Everything you need to discover Taranto, organised for you.

What to see

Monuments, museums and landmarks.

Itineraries

Ready-made routes for any length of stay.

The sea

Beaches, lidos and boat trips.

Experiences

Tours, tastings and activities.
Not to be missed

Landmark attractions

Monument

Aragonese Castle

The fortress watching over the Navigable Canal, at the heart of the Old Town.

📍 Old TownDiscover →
Museum

MArTA

The National Archaeological Museum and the famous Gold of Taranto.

📍 BorgoDiscover →
Landmark

Swing Bridge

The moving structure that joins the two seas and tells Taranto's story.

📍 City centreDiscover →
Live the city

Experiences to book

Sea

Boat tour on the Mar Grande

Two hours around the Cheradi Islands with a sunset aperitif.

from €35Book
Food

Taranto cooking class

Learn to cook mussels and raw seafood with a local chef.

from €55Book
Culture

Guided tour of the Old Town

The alleys, churches and stories of the island with an expert guide.

from €18Book