Itinerario · First visit

Taranto in one day

1 day Easy tappe

Only one day to discover Taranto? This itinerary covers the landmark sights of the city of the two seas, from the Aragonese Castle to the Gold of the MArTA, with time for a seafood lunch and a sunset by the sea.

Il percorso tappa per tappa

09:00

Old Town

📍 Island of the Borgo Antico

Begin in the island's alleys, among palazzi facing the sea, ancient churches and views suspended between the two seas.

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10:30

Aragonese Castle

📍 Tip of the Old Town

Free guided tour of the fortress watching over the Navigable Canal. Don't miss the panoramic terrace.

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12:00

MArTA

📍 Borgo Umbertino

The National Archaeological Museum holds the famous Gold of Taranto and tells of the greatness of Magna Graecia.

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13:30

Seafood lunch

📍 Borgo Umbertino

Taranto mussels, raw seafood and Ionian specialities in one of the Borgo's trattorias.

16:00

Vittorio Emanuele III Seafront

📍 Borgo

A stroll along the promenade facing the Mar Grande, among Liberty palazzi and palms.

18:30

Sunset and aperitivo

📍 Mar Grande

End the day with a sea-view aperitivo as the sun sinks over the gulf.

Dove mangiare lungo il percorso

  • Trattorias of the Borgo Umbertino — centre: fresh fish and Taranto mussels
  • Street food in the Old Town: for a quick snack among the alleys

Consigli utili

  • Wear comfortable shoes: the Old Town has cobbled alleys.
  • Book the MArTA in advance on high-season weekends.
  • Check the Swing Bridge times: it may open for passing ships.

Altri itinerari

Domande frequenti

One day lets you touch the landmark sights. For the sea, the islands and the food and wine, better to allow two or three days.
Yes, all the stops suit children. The MArTA also offers family routes.

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