01FORTRESS
Castello Aragonese
The castle guards the navigable canal beside the swing bridge and is the most immediate introduction to Taranto’s strategic maritime history.
MAPDISCOVER SALENTO
Taranto
An ancient city suspended between two seas.
FROM THE LODGE
About 48 km
Approximately 55 min by car
Layers of history between Mar Grande and Mar Piccolo
Taranto combines Greek archaeology, naval history and a powerful waterfront setting. The swing bridge marks the passage between the modern city and the island of the old town.
For a first visit, combine the Castello Aragonese and waterfront with the National Archaeological Museum. Opening times should be checked before departure.
DISTANCE48 km
TRAVEL TIME55 min
SUGGESTED TIMEFull day
CHARACTERSea & archaeology
A GLIMPSE OF THE PLACE
Taranto, at a glance
Verified views chosen to introduce the character of this destination. Select a photograph to see it in full.
PHOTO CREDITS & LICENCES
Castello Aragonese — ParisTaras, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Ponte Girevole — Livioandronico2013, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Taranto panorama — CARBO84, CC BY-SA 4.0.
02CITY SYMBOL
Ponte Girevole
The swing bridge connects the new city with the old island and frames views across the canal and castle.
MAP03ARCHAEOLOGY
MArTA Museum
One of southern Italy’s most important archaeological museums, particularly noted for finds from ancient Taras and the Gold of Taranto.
MAP04OLD ISLAND
Città Vecchia
The island’s dense streets, cathedral and sea-facing edges reveal a complex and still-evolving part of the city.
MAPPLAN YOUR VISIT
Useful before you leave
Opening times, access, parking and seasonal conditions may change. Check current information before travelling or ask the Lodge team for practical advice.