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Martina Franca: a gem among Baroque and Rococo style with bocconotti tasting
(3) Reviews
Martina Franca
About
Martina Franca is an important town in the Itria Valley. It is famous for its festivals and its many Baroque and Rococo-style buildings.
The tour begins in Piazza XX Settembre and Porta Santo Stefano, then continues to Piazza Roma, with the Fountain of the Dolphins and the Ducal Palace, with Baroque façade and decorated balconies and sculpted details.
Walking through the alleys of the old town, you will visit the Basilica of St. Martin, a remarkable example in Baroque style with a richly decorated façade, known for its sculptural details. In Piazza del Plebiscito, the monumental heart of the town, you will also find the University Palace and the evocative Clock Tower.
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Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Stroll through the evocative historic center
Discover the monumental Piazza del Plebiscito with the University Palace and the Clock Tower
Visit the Basilica of Saint Martino in Baroque style
Admire the Fountain of the Dolphins and the Ducal Palace ( external visit )
Savor the authentic taste of Apulia with a typical sweet Bocconotti cake tasting
Visit the Chapel of Saint Nicholas of the Greeks
Private walking tour of Martina Franca with licensed tour guide
Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting Points
Departure
Teatro G. Verdi
Meeting point with the local guide: outside Cinema/Theatre Giuseppe Verdi.
The guide will have an identification badge around his neck
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Martina Franca: a gem among Baroque and Rococo style with bocconotti tasting
(3) Reviews
Martina Franca
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About
Martina Franca is an important town in the Itria Valley. It is famous for its festivals and its many Baroque and Rococo-style buildings.
The tour begins in Piazza XX Settembre and Porta Santo Stefano, then continues to Piazza Roma, with the Fountain of the Dolphins and the Ducal Palace, with Baroque façade and decorated balconies and sculpted details.
Walking through the alleys of the old town, you will visit the Basilica of St. Martin, a remarkable example in Baroque style with a richly decorated façade, known for its sculptural details. In Piazza del Plebiscito, the monumental heart of the town, you will also find the University Palace and the evocative Clock Tower.
Next is the visit to...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Stroll through the evocative historic center
Discover the monumental Piazza del Plebiscito with the University Palace and the Clock Tower
Visit the Basilica of Saint Martino in Baroque style
Admire the Fountain of the Dolphins and the Ducal Palace ( external visit )
Savor the authentic taste of Apulia with a typical sweet Bocconotti cake tasting
Visit the Chapel of Saint Nicholas of the Greeks
Private walking tour of Martina Franca with licensed tour guide
Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting Points
Departure
Teatro G. Verdi
Meeting point with the local guide: outside Cinema/Theatre Giuseppe Verdi.
The guide will have an identification badge around his neck
Return
Itinerary
1
Palazzo Ducale
The Ducal Palace in Martina Franca is an imposing historic building known for its elegant Baroque façade, featuring decorated balconies, sculpted frames, and harmonious architectural details; it overlooks Piazza Roma and is one of the most representative landmarks of the town ( external visit )
15 minutes
2
Porta di Santo Stefano
The Porta di Santo Stefano in Martina Franca is one of the historic gateways to the old town, characterized by a simple and traditional structure; it marks one of the main entrances and leads into the charming inner streets.
15 minutes
3
Basilica di San Martino
The Basilica of San Martino in Martina Franca is a magnificent example of Baroque architecture, famous for its richly decorated façade with statues and sculpted details; it dominates Piazza del Plebiscito and is one of the main symbols of the town.
30 minutes
4
Palazzo dell'Universita e Torre dell'orologio
The University Palace and the Clock Tower in Martina Franca are two elegant historic buildings overlooking Piazza del Plebiscito; the former features a refined 18th-century façade, while the tower, with its clock, adds a distinctive and scenic element to the heart of the town.
30 minutes
5
Via San Nicola dei Greci
The Chapel of Saint Nicholas of the Greeks in Martina Franca is a small historic church linked to Byzantine tradition, characterized by an intimate and evocative atmosphere in the heart of the old town
20 minutes
6
Martina Franca
Delicious tasting with a typical sweet Bocconotti cake offering an authentic taste of the region.
