Centro Storico, or the Old Town of Polignano a Mare, is a maze of narrow whitewashed
streets overlooking the Adriatic Sea. With its charming balconies, flowering plants, and
sea-view terraces, it captures the essence of authentic southern Italy. Every corner tells a
story of history, tradition, and simple coastal beauty.
- Explore narrow lanes 🏘️ filled with boutiques 🛍️ and cafes ☕🛒
- Visit balconies 🔭 overlooking the turquoise Adriatic Sea 🌊💙✨
- Discover ancient churches ⛪ like Chiesa Matrice di Santa Maria Assunta 🙏🏛️
- Enjoy local gelato 🍦 and coffee ☕ at the main piazza 😋🍹
- On Foot 🚶♀️: Just a few minutes’ walk ⏱️ from Polignano a Mare train station 🚆💨
- By Car 🚗: Parking 🅿️ available outside the historic center 🏰✅
- By Train 🚆: Direct connections 🚅 from Bari 🤝 and Monopoli 🗺️👍
- Wear comfortable shoes 👟 for cobblestone streets 🧱🥾
- Visit early morning 🌅 to enjoy the town 🏘️ before crowds 🏃♀️ arrive 🤫😌
- Stop at the viewpoints 🔭 for photography 📸, especially near Via Roma 🖼️✨
- 8:00 AM – Stroll 🚶♀️ through the narrow alleys 🏘️🧭💨
- 9:00 AM – Visit Chiesa Matrice ⛪ and the sea-view terraces 🌊🔭👀
- 10:00 AM – Enjoy breakfast ☕ at a local café 🥐 in Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II 😋👋
