If you’re looking for the best things to do in Alberobello, Italy, you’re in luck. With plenty of iconic sights and attractions to explore, this compact city is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Puglia.
Primarily known for its distinctive trulli buildings, Alberobello is located about halfway between Bari and Brindisi. I visited Alberobello earlier this year and instantly fell in love with this unique and beautiful place.
Aside from its picturesque Old Town, the city has several historical churches to discover, vibrant markets, and a number of excellent restaurants to visit. Alberobello is also close to some of southern Italy’s best beaches and wineries, and it’s a great place to base yourself to explore more of the region.
Best Things To Do in Alberobello
Here are 15 of the best places to visit and things to do in Alberobello, Puglia.
1. Visit the Trulli of Alberobello
Trulli are traditional stone houses, with conical roofs and whitewashed walls, which were built by local farmers as dwellings and granaries centuries ago. They are unique to Puglia and you’ll see them dotted all over the Puglian countryside.
Alberobello is home to the highest concentration of these structures, and many of the best-preserved trulli are found in the center of the town, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can learn more about these amazing buildings on this 2-hour guided trulli tour.
Some of the trulli here are more than 650 years old and seeing them is one of the absolute top things to do in Alberobello. There are over 1,500 trulli in Alberobello, mostly concentrated in the districts of Rione Monti and Aia Piccola.
2. Explore Rione Monti (One of the Most Iconic Places To Visit in Alberobello)
Of all the places to see in Alberobello, Rione Monti is probably the most iconic. Located in the Old Town, it’s one of the neighborhoods that make up the city’s “Trullis Zone” and is home to some of the most beautiful trulli buildings in the city.
Simply wandering around and admiring the stunning architecture is one of my favorite free things to do in Alberobello. Don’t forget to take some photos of the incredible buildings, some of which now house little family-owned shops that sell traditional handicrafts such as ceramics, baskets, and fabrics.
This part of the city has a rich and fascinating history which you can learn all about on this walking tour. At the end of the tour, you’ll also get the…
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