Taranto for cruise passengers: the city in a stopover
Taranto is a fascinating port of call: in a few hours, and on foot, you can reach the landmark sights of the city of the two seas. This itinerary is designed for those arriving by cruise who want to experience the best of Taranto in a single day, stress-free.
Il percorso tappa per tappa
From the port to the Swing Bridge
📍 Navigable Canal
From the port you reach the Swing Bridge on foot, the gateway to the Old Town and the city's first symbol.
Scheda completa →Aragonese Castle and Old Town
📍 Island of the Borgo Antico
Free guided tour of the castle, then the island's alleys with the Doric Temple and San Cataldo Cathedral.
Scheda completa →Seafood lunch
📍 Borgo Umbertino
A break with the Tarantine specialities: mussels and fresh fish in a trattoria of the Borgo, a stone's throw from the museum.
Scheda completa →MArTA — Archaeological Museum
📍 Borgo Umbertino
The afternoon with the Gold of Taranto and the treasures of Magna Graecia, before returning on board.
Scheda completa →Dove mangiare lungo il percorso
- Trattorias of the Borgo Umbertino — Taranto: quick and close to the route
Consigli utili
- The whole itinerary can be walked: comfortable shoes are all you need.
- Check the MArTA and castle times in advance to plan your day.
- If you love shopping, look for Grottaglie ceramics in the centre's workshops as a souvenir.
- Keep an eye on your return time on board: the centre is near the port, but better not to risk it.
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