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Towns & Day Trips

From nearby wine towns to Puglia’s most memorable historic centres.

CULTURE & PLACES

Choose a different Puglia every day

Begin with Manduria and its wine country, or travel further for ceramics, archaeology and Baroque architecture. Some destinations suit a relaxed morning; others are best enjoyed as a full day out.

01WINE & HISTORY

Manduria

DISTANCEAbout 13 kmTRAVEL TIME18 min by carSUGGESTEDHalf day

The natural starting point for discovering Primitivo di Manduria, Messapian history and the relaxed rhythm of an authentic local town.

02MEDIEVAL PUGLIA

Oria

DISTANCEAbout 38 kmTRAVEL TIME40 min by carSUGGESTEDHalf day

A compact historic centre of winding lanes and viewpoints, defined by the silhouette of its imposing medieval castle.

03CERAMICS

Grottaglie

DISTANCEAbout 43 kmTRAVEL TIME45 min by carSUGGESTEDHalf day

Best known for its ceramics quarter, where workshops and small studios continue one of Puglia’s most distinctive craft traditions.

04SEA & ARCHAEOLOGY

Taranto

DISTANCEAbout 48 kmTRAVEL TIME55 min by carSUGGESTEDFull day

An ancient city between two seas, with an important archaeological museum, waterfront views, the Aragonese Castle and the old town.

05BAROQUE CITY

Lecce

DISTANCEAbout 58 kmTRAVEL TIME55 min by carSUGGESTEDFull day

Golden stone, ornate churches, hidden courtyards and lively streets make Lecce one of the essential cultural visits in Salento.

06THE WHITE CITY

Ostuni

DISTANCEAbout 75 kmTRAVEL TIME1 hr 10 minSUGGESTEDFull day

A hilltop maze of whitewashed streets, arches and terraces overlooking an expanse of olive-covered countryside.

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