The independent guide for those arriving by sea in Taranto.
The Old Town on its island, the Swing Bridge, and the Mar Piccolo of mussel farming. Part of the Porti Italia network of territorial guides — from the port to the territory, local experiences, transfers, hotels and much more.
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The Aragonese Castle, the Doric Temple, the Cathedral of San Cataldo, and the alleys of the Old Town. Practical guides with distances and local tips.
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A historic bridge, operating since 1887, connecting the Old Town to the New Town, which still opens today to allow ships to pass between Mar Grande and Mar Piccolo.
The Aragonese Castle, the Doric Temple, the Cathedral of San Cataldo, and the alleys of the island borough are the main stops for those visiting the historic center.
Because it faces both the Mar Grande, open toward the gulf, and the Mar Piccolo, an inner basin known for mussel farming.
Yes, boat excursions and combined walking/boat tours are available, letting you discover the old town from the sea as well.
Yes, the Old Town can comfortably be visited in a day; for a fuller experience it's worth dedicating more time to the Mar Piccolo and the Mar Grande seafront too.
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