A much more expansive modern town has grown up around the characteristic fishing port.

Free access, pay for parking, sunshade and chair. Hire a scooter or bicycle – With the company Way To Move, you can hire a scooter or bike for a day or two. There’s just so much to tell you, that it makes sense to do it in parts. Really enjoyed your article. I would love any advice! At first, I was thinking we would stay in Polignano a Mare, but I have heard it is crowded and touristy. I also performed a few 100 point turns I think. We LOVE Puglia.

The emptyness was the first indication, but something else too…more authentic perhaps? With the amount of shops Leah and Tina checked out, it’s safe to say there’s lots around. Tina (Leah’s mum), Leah and I were ready for our next adventure. What was your favorite thing about this Italian town? As you said, a very special place. A bit like a quiet, fully beachfront Naples. Beyond the sights, we found it perfect to soak in the Puglia vibes and live a month of “Dolce Vita”! more. If you’re wanting a true and cultural Italian experience then Tuscany is wonderful because the landscapes, food and wine are all amazing.

Honestly all 3 of those sound amazing and all options would be a great end to your trip!

Parking along the beaches and calas is super easy. If you are driving, the town is 25 miles south of Bari, just south of Polignano a Mare, and close to Alberobello, in case you would like to combine sightseeing opportunities. In the Puglia region, day trips are your new best friend. Puglia in Italy was a strong contender to deliver what we needed: beautiful sunny beaches, an escape from the city life (Puglia is dotted with quaint little villages), great olive oil, tomatoes and cheese. Have you ever been to Monopoli, Puglia? If you decided to hire a car, hire it from the Bari airport (cheaper). Closest thing I’ve ever felt to being in some sort of fantasy or fairytale world, Leah and Tina couldn’t contain their excitement running through the streets and into the little houses. Monopoli, Puglia 70043, Italy. Please note: This post may include affiliate links to companies that I recommend, this means that I may earn a small commission if you choose to make a purchase. @2019 - Awesome Berlin. We tend to like the smaller, more off the beaten path type towns.

Leah took us on a loop around the whole village a good 3 times before we arrived at our place.

A car is not a must-have, but it can be convenient as you travel further and explore other areas in Puglia. She is the founder and editor of this blog and prefers all of her days to include coffee, gelato, and wine.

We stayed at an Airbnb apartment for a month…and loved it. A bit like being out of time, really. From Gallipoli to Gargono, here's where to find them.

Take your own sunshade and chair. For my first Puglia post, I will focus on the best beaches around Monopoli. We have Irish passports. Only out there for a week so time in short supply.

We had a flat tire while on our way back from Alberobello so didn’t get the chance to visit here. It became kind of a second home…hehe. Once we landed it was clear that we had picked the perfect time to be there. We spent a day at ‘Spiaggia di Porto Verde’ and our local bay was ‘Cala Port Vecchia’, just a 2 minute walk from the main square and our accom. We lived the highlife for a few days but were now headed into unknown territory.

if (d.getElementById(id)) return; La Locanda Dei Mercanti – Honestly the friendliest staff we’ve come accross in Italy. Trulli houses of Alberobello via Booking.com – For an authentic stay, why not sleep in a “Trulli” house? I’ve never been to that part of Italy yet so this was a nice read.

But the tiny beach in Polignano, although very picturesque, is not reall ideal for a full beach day.

Eat, drink and shop till you drop. Gargano National Park juts out like a spur on Italy's boot at the top of Puglia. Natalie is a travel and food writer who has been living in Rome, Italy since 2010. Top Monopoli Beaches: See reviews and photos of beaches in Monopoli, Italy on Tripadvisor. See a map, read reviews, and get suggested attractiones.

We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Story behind the print: Surfs Up In Hawaii. I punched this into google maps, full tank of gas and sunshine creeping above the hills in front of us. We are staying for 13 nights and looking at accommodation – do you have any recommendations? Even in 35degree heat this place cannot be missed on your southern Italian adventures. Highlights to visit here are: the old harbour, old town and its narrow alleys, the Lungomare seafront promenade, the Charles V Castle and the stunning the Cathedral.

Booking.com in Monopoli – We stayed in HERE in a cute little apartment right above the fishing port, I even thought about jumping from our deck into the water (jokes) but such perfect views. Around nearly every corner, there also seems to a be a stone church.

If you fancy a few nights in the Puglia region, follow this short and sharp guide for what to expect. We also heard that mid fall (October) is a great time to visit Puglia. Think we were a little over boat trips after the few in Sorrento and Positano. We are in beta testing and will be ready soon! Here’s a list of the best places around: Restaurant Grotto Palazzese (15min from Monopoli in Polignano a Mare) – The famous Cave Restaurant in Italy, this ones a must.

Brindisi – Similar vibe to Bari, this is another large city of the Puglia region and a good place to base yourselves. We finally arrived around 2pm. I’d like to know too Kate! This is still very much a port city. I want to try living in Monopoli. If you have come this far South of Monopoli, spend a few hours walking through the streets of the stunning Ostuni. Others have told us that its very touristy (husband not keen on that). Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links which means I earn a small commission for every sale made through our website (at no additional cost to you). Some are roughly-hewn, whereas others are adorned with carved reliefs and sculptures. Monopoli, Puglia 70043, Italy.

It depends what sort of thing you’re after. We can’t be perfect can we…whoops! Your email address will not be published.

There are also boat excursions from here which we didn’t do but apparently they’re a must! The days were long and slow, the sunsets epic, the food insane and with lots to see and do nearby. Hi Bryn. The village was small for sure, but extremely picturesque. Do you recommend hiring a car, as you mention these are all driving distances from Monopoli. A tip, however.

Enjoy ✨. Discover 14 beaches in and near Monopoli for 2020. Even though I am indicating the driving times between Monopoli and the beaches below, most are accessible by walking, biking or on a scooter. You can always rent a car and swing past all the other towns I’ve mentioned in the post so no drama there ✨ It was fairly crowded at night, in the peak of summer but what Eu town isn’t these days, the days were definitely empty and very Italian. Here are our favorite beaches and Lidos around Monopoli, Puglia! They even have scooter tours of Monopoli which would be fun if you’ve got the time. There are so many quiet villages and hidden gems to check out, but first lets talk about where we stayed for our 3 days…the small seaside village of Monopoli. Otranto Trekking Adventure: The Path of the Hermit and the Bay of the Turks, Trekking Porto Selvaggio.

(function(d, s, id) { Enjoy people . Leah booked this new location on a whim, not knowing a god damn thing about Puglia (Apulia), other than a few images she’d found on Pinterest, none of us knew what the hell to expect…this is always the coolest part of travelling. We have 3-5 days before flying home and people have told us to make sure we see the Amalfi coast (staying in Sorrento (seeing the Isle of Capri and other highlights). If any of you ever get here please send us some pics we’d love to see!!!

We are not sure whether we should stick with Amalfi or fly to say Croatia for 5 nights or even a villa in Tuscany for a few nights.

I have to say first up, this Southern part of Italy is best travelled by car because there are so many little villages, seaside cities and places to visit. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in New Zealand. var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; Top Monopoli Beaches: See reviews and photos of beaches in Monopoli, Italy on Tripadvisor. Initially we wanted a hotel with a pool, but as our search has developed, we realise this isn’t very common and maybe a self catered apartment is the best option! Anne.

Grotta della Poesia – If you’re heading further south, an hour and a half drive from Brindisi, in the small town of Roca, you can visit a pretty insane looking grotto. love this post. Will change ☺️, I’m thinking of staying 9 ks from alberabello in a large house with family is that a fairly central place, Alberabello is super small so 9kms out isn’t super central however if you have a car this is fine ☺️. Like I mentioned above, we hired ours in Naples and drove across the mainland of Italy from one side to the other, so this is a scenic and fun road trip too. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu.

Talk about iconic. We were frankly happy to escape this past spring in Berlin.

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