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Medieval old town with narrow alleys, orecchiette pasta ladies, Basilica San Nicola. Authentic atmosphere.
19th century grid neighborhood. Shopping on Via Sparano, Teatro Petruzzelli, elegant cafes.
Beautiful seafront promenade. Evening passeggiata tradition, restaurants, sea views.
faq.subtitle Bari
Airport shuttle bus to Bari Centrale station every 30 min (€4, 30 min). Taxi fixed rate €25. Train from Airport station to Bari Centrale (€5, 20 min).
Bari is generally safe. Bari Vecchia (Old Town) can feel sketchy at night but has improved significantly. Standard precautions: watch belongings, avoid dark alleys late at night.
Useful tips for visiting Bari
Watch ladies making orecchiette pasta in Bari Vecchia alleys. Buy fresh pasta to cook yourself.
Bari is gateway to Puglia: Alberobello trulli 1h, Matera 1h, Polignano a Mare 30min by train/bus.
Visit Basilica San Nicola - holds relics of Saint Nicholas (the real Santa Claus). Important Orthodox pilgrimage site.
Average temperature by month
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| location.transport.title | location.transport.price | location.transport.app | location.transport.note |
|---|---|---|---|
location.transport.bus | 1.2 € ~1.4 $ | AMTAB Bari | Городские автобусы AMTAB. Билет 90 минут |
location.transport.train | 5 € ~5.8 $ | Trenitalia, FSE | Ferrovie Sud Est до городов Апулии |
location.transport.metro | 1.2 € ~1.4 $ | FM Bari | Линия метро соединяет пригороды с центром |
location.transport.taxi | 4 € ~4.7 $ | it Taxi, Uber | Фиксированный тариф аэропорт-центр €25 |
location.transport.ferry | — | Direct Ferries | Паромы в Грецию, Хорватию, Албанию, Черногорию |
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Hotels and rental prices
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
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Cash widely accepted throughout Bari and southern Italy in 2025. Small shops, markets, and street vendors prefer cash. Italians remain loyal to cash especially in southern regions. Cash payment limit €5,000 - amounts under this freely paid in cash. Many places prefer cash for small purchases. Cash essential for markets, little shops, and traditional establishments.
Main Italian banks in Bari: Banca Monte dei Paschi, Banca Nazionale del Lavoro, Banco BPM, BPER Banca, Intesa Sanpaolo, Unicredit (Mon-Fri 9 AM-1 PM, 3-5 PM, passport/ID required). 152 currency exchanges registered in Bari on Via Armando Favia, Viale Papa Giovanni XXIII, Via Nicolò Putignani. Banks offer stable and secure rates. ATMs widespread and convenient. Check if your bank has partnerships with Italian banks to avoid fees. Avoid airport exchanges - high costs.
Tipping less common in South. Round up or small change appreciated.
Follow standard precautions
Generally safe. Watch for petty crime in Bari Vecchia (Old Town) at night. Avoid isolated areas after dark.
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