What to do in Taranto

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Taranto Attractions

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Places of interest in Taranto

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Taranto attractions

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Recommended things to do in Taranto

Number of things to do	26
Things to do from	£18
Cheapest thing to do	Private Tour of Taranto aboard an Ape Calessino
Top 5 things to do	Private Tour of Taranto aboard an Ape Calessino Costa Di Taranto/Leporano boat experience Grottaglie: Private Tour Wonderful Stop if You Love Ceramics Taranto: MarTa Archaeological Museum Tour Taranto: 2 Seas Walking Tour
Half-day tours	Grottaglie: Private Tour Wonderful Stop if You Love Ceramics Taranto: MarTa Archaeological Museum Tour Taranto: 2 Seas Walking Tour Wine Tour "The pearls of Manduria" Martina Franca: Wine & Local Products Tasting
With kids	Private Tour of Taranto aboard an Ape Calessino Martina Franca: Wine & Local Products Tasting Martina Franca e-Bike tour . Visit a breeding and a dairy farm E-bike tour between Martina Franca and Locorotondo Cooking Course Orecchiette Pasta Workshop in Valle D'Itria

Popular places to visit

Aragonese Castle

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Discover fascinating insights into the history of Taranto when you tour its old castle, an impressive stronghold that once defended the city from attacks.

Cathedral of San Cataldo

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Behind the walls of this important church are the relics of a saint and paintings and sculptures from the 17th century and beyond.

Ponte Girevole

Watch the moving deck revolve to let boats pass alongside this historic steel bridge between the old and new peninsulas.

Taranto Cruise Port

Explore the waterfront in Taranto with a trip to Taranto Cruise Port. Amble around the area's waterfront or visit its monuments.

National Archaeological Museum of Taranto

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You can enjoy some culture when you stop by National Archaeological Museum of Taranto in Taranto. Make time to visit the monuments and spas while you're in the area.

Greek Walls Archaeological Park

You can find out about the history of Taranto with a trip to Greek Walls Archaeological Park. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Ponte di Porta Napoli

You can learn about the history of Isola del Borgo Antico with a visit to Ponte di Porta Napoli. Amble around the area's waterfront or visit its monuments.

Spiaggia di Porto Franco

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Spiaggia di Porto Franco during your trip to Taranto? Make time to visit the monuments and cathedral while you're in the area.