What to see in Martina Franca
Castles, churches and crypts, museums, beaches and nature: photos, description, how to get there and the events on nearby.
13 places
Churches and cryptsBasilica of San MartinoThe Basilica of San Martino is a magnificent example of Rococo in the town
of Martina Franca, a masterpiece created by Puglia's most distinguished
18th-century artists. Martina Franca
FunCasa CappellariThe public building is one of the symbols of Martina Franca, once called
the 'Ospedaletto and now the cultural heart of the historic center. Martina Franca
Churches and cryptsChiesa del CarmineScenic polychrome stuccoes adorn the interior and exuberant Baroque
embroidery the facade of Martina Franca's beautiful church. Martina Franca
Farmhouses and oil millsRed Hypogeum Oil MillThe Red Hypogeum Oil Mill of Martina Franca is a fascinating place that
combines history, culture, and tradition. It is an ancient oil mill carved
into the rock during the medieval period, a true archaeological gem. Martina Franca
Nature and gardensGiardini Villa Madonna del CarmineThere is room for everyone and plenty of activities for adults and children
at Martina Franca's Villa Carmine, and in the dog park, even dogs find a
hilarious welcome. Martina Franca
Museums and theatresMuseum of the Basilica of San Martino - MUBAThe Museum of the Basilica of San Martino - MUBA - preserves and exhibits
to the public collections of liturgical furnishings of the highest
workmanship and documents that bear witness to the history of Martina
… Martina Franca
Castles, towers and palacesPalazzo dell’UniversitàIn the heart of the city, the Palazzo dell’Università is one of the
earliest symbols of the political power of the Martina Franca community. Martina Franca
Castles, towers and palacesPalazzo DucaleDating back to the second half of the 17th century, the Palazzo Ducale in
Martina Franca stands a few steps from the 18th-century Porta di Santo
Stefano. Martina Franca
Nature and gardensBosco delle Pianelle Regional Controlled Nature ReserveBosco delle Pianelle, from being a shelter for bandits, has become a
natural unspoiled oasis, along the slopes of the namesake ravine, where one
can relax, surrounded by the green. Martina Franca
Nature and gardensMurge Orientali Nature ReserveAmid forests of Macedonian oaks and calcareous outcropping rocks, the
Nature Reserve of the Murge Orientali has 150 ravines, which keep rocky
villages and a lush vegetation. Martina Franca
Nature and gardensVilla comunale Giuseppe GaribaldiA rich, diverse and valuable green heritage in the heart of the city,
Martina Franca's Municipal Villa is a historic place of daily meeting and
relaxation that hosts initiatives and events. Martina Franca- Churches and cryptsRupestrian Church of Christ at the CaveA small church built above a cave and containing a statue of the dead Christ, a baroque altar and frescoes depicting stories from the Passion. Martina Franca
- Farmhouses and oil millsMasseria Lella - La bianca d'ItriaAn ancient 19th-century country manor, Masseria Lella- La Bianca d’itria in Martina Franca, surprises the eye with a “jazzo” of trulli dating back to the 17th century. Martina Franca
Places and photos: Regione Puglia · viaggiareinpuglia.it (CC BY 4.0)