Taranto for everyone: information on the accessibility of monuments, museums, beaches and transport. Tips for visiting the city with reduced mobility.
History
Visiting Taranto with accessibility needs is possible, with a little care in planning. The city alternates modern, level areas that are easy to navigate with more demanding historic quarters.
What to see
The most accessible areas. The Borgo Umbertino is the easiest part: wide, mostly level streets, with pavements and crossings. The seafront too offers a comfortable, scenic walk. The MArTA has accessibility services and also offers tactile routes.
The demanding areas. The Old Town has cobbled alleys, steps and rises and falls that can prove difficult; some parts remain barely accessible. It's worth informing yourself in advance and considering alternative routes or an accompanying person.
Beaches. Several lidos on the Ionian coast offer walkways and dedicated services; some beaches have aids for entering the sea. Best to check with the individual establishment before going.
Transport. The railway station offers RFI's Sala Blu service assisting people with reduced mobility, bookable in advance.
Did you know…
- The Borgo Umbertino is the city's most accessible area, with wide, level streets.
- RFI's Sala Blu service assists travellers with reduced mobility at the station.
- Several coastal lidos offer walkways and aids for entering the sea.
Practical information
| Hours | Assistance services follow their own hours; the Sala Blu requires advance booking. |
|---|---|
| Ticket | Station assistance services are generally free. |
| Accessibility | The Old Town is demanding (cobbles and steps); the Borgo Umbertino and seafront are accessible. |
| Getting there | By train with Sala Blu assistance; by car with reserved parking spaces in the city. |
Tips for your visit
- Book RFI's Sala Blu service in advance if arriving by train.
- For the Old Town, consider an accompanying person: the alleys are cobbled.
- Check with the lidos which services are available before heading to the beach.
- The MArTA offers accessibility services and tactile routes.