Gallipoli

What to see in Gallipoli

Discovering the “Beautiful City”

“ Kalè Polis ” or Beautiful City, as ancient Greek navigators called it in the past, when they saw it located on an island immersed in the Ionian Sea and connected to the mainland by a very characteristic bridge.

The city of Gallipoli , the pearl of the Ionian Sea, is an island connected to the modern city by a 17th-century bridge, at either end of which stands the Angevin Castle with its ravelin and the beautiful ancient fountain known as the "Greek fountain." The city also includes the Isola di Sant'Andrea and Punta Pizzo Coast Regional Natural Park.

During a holiday, here's what to visit in Gallipoli :

• the luxurious Cathedral of Sant'Agata;
• the Church of St. Francis of Assisi;
• the Church of Purity, which overlooks the beach of the same name;
• the Church of Santa Teresa;
• the Church of the Blessed Virgin of the Rosary;
• the underground oil mills;
• the bastions and walls that line the historic centre;
• the Civic Museum

What to do on holiday in Gallipoli

The city of Gallipoli is an open-air museum , with numerous churches worth visiting to admire their characteristic Baroque style. The old town's palaces are beautiful and tangible signs of the splendor of its historic noble families. The Greek Fountain and the Angevin Castle bear witness to the city's diverse historical and cultural origins.

What to visit in Gallipoli

The historic center is undoubtedly the most beautiful part of Gallipoli . At the entrance to the historic center, we encounter the ancient fountain, known as the Greek fountain , and in the background, after crossing the brick bridge , the white houses and ancient streets appear – alleys of Saracen origin – which converge towards the Cathedral of Sant'Agata , whose Baroque façade, built with carparo (local stone), houses paintings by several important artists.

Gallipoli boasts several historic buildings where you can admire other works of art : Palazzo Tafuri, Palazzo Senape De Pace, and Palazzo Balsamo, located in the historic center of Gallipoli's Kale Polis. And Palazzo del Corso, the historic residence, and Palazzo Mosco, which, along with the Confraternity Churches , are the characteristic features of the old town, with its narrow streets and "curti."

Also worth a visit are the castle-fortress built by Charles of Anjou, and the numerous churches that clearly overlook the beautiful island of Sant'Andrea with its large lighthouse in the background. On clear days, you can even see the Sila, the vast Calabrian plateau.

How long does it take to visit Gallipoli?

A day and a half is the time we recommend you dedicate to visiting the city of Gallipoli.

Events in Gallipoli

The carnival

With ancient origins, the historic Gallipoli Carnival is always a highly anticipated event: every year during the Carnival period, masked groups and original allegorical floats, the work of local papier-mâché masters, parade along Corso Roma.

Sacred rites at Easter and patronal feasts

There are many moments of religious fervor throughout the year. In addition to the Christmas season, the rites of Holy Week are particularly evocative , with their characteristic processions and tombs.

During the summer , the celebrations of the patronal feasts of Santa Cristina and the Madonna del Carmine , with their majestic illuminations , are occasions of religious but also civil celebration.

How to eat in Gallipoli

Gallipoli's typical cuisine offers fresh fish cooked and served in a variety of ways in restaurants. Scapece is a fish fried and marinated in layers of breadcrumbs soaked in vinegar and saffron, in tanks called "Calette."

What is Gallipoli famous for?

1. The city of Gallipoli It is famous throughout Italy for its splendid beaches di golden sand e crystal clear sea, ideal for spending whole days of fun during your holidays in Puglia.
2. Furthermore the location is a nightlife paradise for young people who want to have fun: in fact, it is customary here dancing on the beach until sunset, and then in the evening you can choose to go to the disco.
3. in this bar in the center of Gallipoli you can enjoy some excellent appetizers, spend hours of fun, waiting to dive into the Salento nightlife And in the most beautiful night clubs on the coast such as Riobo – Fashionclub, Discoteca Quartiere Latino, Praja Gallipoli and many other places to have fun

What is the most beautiful sea?

The Gallipoli coast offers, in addition to its monuments, many kilometers of sandy beaches waiting to be discovered. Let's take a look at the ones not to be missed.

• Da Punta della Suina a Lido Pizzo in Baia Verde, with all the beach resorts in the heart of the nightlife.
• Rivabella it is a location in family size, very quiet and ideal for relaxing.
• Lido Shells e White Marsh, two wonderful places to enjoy a holiday immersed in the Verde of a Mediterranean pine forest.
• The entire Ionian coast of Salento is worth a visit. To the north, in addition to Rivabella e Lido Shells, we also report the marine of Nardo: between these, Santa Caterina e Santa Maria al Bagno, two recommended places for an aperitif by the sea.
• South after the beach of Green Bay, towards Ugento, we recommend the following locations: Missing from here and Lido Pizzo oasis then, continuing towards the nearby marina of Ugento, we find the pretty towns of Suda Tower e Alliste Marina.

How much does a weekend in Gallipoli cost?

Prices start at €300, although rates vary depending on the time of year you choose to vacation. We recommend requesting a quick quote on Salento.it.

Before your vacation, discover last-minute deals in Gallipoli for renting a vacation home, villa, or apartment. Or book a hotel room, allowing you to explore the historic center, where the old town and the ancient village are concentrated, with its traditional restaurants and lounge bars overlooking the sea.