Bucket list: the best seaside towns in Puglia, Italy.
The most charming and beautiful seaside towns you must visit during your next trip to the “heel of Italy”.
Puglia is the region of Italy known as “the heel” of Italy’s “boot.” Charming white washed villages dot the countryside and the coast. Visitors will be delighted with the ambience, food and culture that thrives in this area of Italy. The following villages are all located on the coast with beautiful sea views, excellent seafood and access to beaches.
Polignano a Mare
Polignano a Mare is a charming village set directly on the sea. Only 30 minutes from Bari, it is easy to access and offers some very interesting diversions. “Cala Porto” is a famous beach at the feet of the town. “Balconata sul Mare” is a must see with its spectacular views of the beach and the sea. Be sure to wander the winding streets of the town where you will find poetry supposedly written by a man who calls himself “Guido del Flaneur.” Check out “Vicola della Poesia”, a staircase not far from Balconata sul Mare. For a unique dining experience, go to “Grotta Palazzese,” a restaurant tucked into an ancient cave that has been welcoming diners since the 1700’s. With a broad terrace overlooking the sea, this restaurant may not be best known for its food…
