What to see in Taranto
Castles, churches and crypts, museums, beaches and nature: photos, description, how to get there and the events on nearby.
8 places
Castles, towers and palacesThe Aragonese CastleThanks to its architecture, historical value, and extraordinary sea-facing
location, the Aragonese Castle is one of Taranto's main attractions. Taranto
Sea and cavesCheradi IslandsIn the turquoise Ionian Sea stands out the small archipelago of Cheradi
islands, where there are jagged cliffs, beaches with soft sand and a lush
pine forest to relax completely. Taranto
FunMonument to the sailorOne of the emblems of the city of Taranto is this monument that is found in
the new village. Taranto
Museums and theatresMarTA – National Archaeological Museum of TarantoThe ancient capital of Magna Graecia is home to one of Italy’s most
important archaeological museums, safeguarding priceless treasures such as
the splendid Golden Treasure of Taranto. Taranto
Nature and gardensParco Naturale Regionale Terra delle GravineSet againt a natural backdrop of the karst phenomena of Terra delle Gravine
Regional Nature Park, the enchanting rocky villages welcome visitors into
their cave houses, crypts and sanctuaries. Taranto
FunPiazza FontanaAn ancient trading crossroads and meeting place, Fontana Square is still
the beating heart of the city's commercial activities. Taranto
FunPiazza Maria ImmacolataMaria Immacolata Square is the beating heart of the new city from which the
lively Aquino and Palma streets originate. Taranto- Sea and cavesLido BrunoLido Bruno, with its fine sand and its cliff surrounded by the crystal clear and clean water of the Ionian Sea, is located not far away from the city of Taranto. Taranto
Places and photos: Regione Puglia · viaggiareinpuglia.it (CC BY 4.0)