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Ostuni private tour: Charming historic white town
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Ostuni is one of the main tourist destinations of Puglia, called "White City" for the houses painted with white lime in the historical center. The guided tour of Ostuni will start from Libertà square, where there is the grand palace of the municipality and where stands the baroque column of Sant'Oronzo, almost 21 meters high. In Libertà Square you will also visit the archaeological excavations of the ancient walls and the defensive tower before taking Cattedrale street, full of local craft shops, commercial activities and typical local food product. You will then reach the cathedral dedicated to Santa Maria Assunta built in the fifteenth century. The façade is characterized by three elegant ogival portals and a large rose window of 24 rays. Following the tour will continue along the Aragonese walls where you can admire a beautiful landscape of the Valle d'Itria until you reach the Porta Nova gate, one of the ancient gate of the town.
Inclusions
What's included
- Stroll along Cattedrale Street and other charming streets of the historic center
- Admire Piazza Libertà with the Municipal Palace and the Sant’Oronzo column
- Private walking tour of Ostuni with licensed tour guide
- Admire the view of the Itria Valley
- Visit the Cathedral of Saint Maria Assunta
- Discover the Aragonese Walls and Porta Nova
Itinerary
The Cathedral of Saint Maria Assunta in Ostuni, built in the 15th century, is an example of Apulian Gothic-Romanesque architecture. The façade stands out for its three elegant ogival portals and the large 24-ray rose window, while the interior preserves elegant naves and decorations typical of the period.
The historic center of Ostuni is famous for its narrow, winding streets, whitewashed houses, and charming squares. Walking through the alleys and stairways, you can discover artisan shops, traditional restaurants, and panoramic views of the Itria Valley and the Adriatic Sea, making the city unique and captivating.
The Sant’Oronzo Column in Ostuni is a monumental Baroque column about 21 meters high, erected in honor of the city’s patron saint. Located in Piazza Libertà, it is a religious and civic symbol, notable for its elaborate decorations and the statue of the saint on top.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Piazza Libertà square (next column of Sant'oronzo)
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- ITALYGONIA TRAVEL
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Brindisi
- Its from-price is 101% above the median of the 221 experiences we list in Brindisi.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 41 of 221.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Brindisi
Brindisi is an Adriatic port in southern Puglia, the end of the Roman Via Appia, with castles, a deep natural harbour and the white towns of Puglia nearby.
Brindisi has been a harbour since Roman times, and its natural port, a bay with two inlets said to resemble a stag's antlers, made it the gateway to Greece and the East. The Via Appia, the Roman road from Rome, ended here, and a tall Roman column near the waterfront marks the spot. The poet Virgil died in Brindisi in 19 BC. The Swabian Castle and the Aragonese Alfonsino fort guard the harbour.
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