Travel Back Through Time in the City of Two Seas
Begin your cultural deep dive at the MARTA (National Archaeological Museum of Taranto), home to one of the most important collections of Greek art and gold in the world. Explore the Old Town (Città Vecchia), where narrow alleys hide baroque churches, crumbling palaces, and artisan studios still echoing ancient rhythms. Visit the Aragonese Castle, perched between the Mare Grande and Mare Piccolo, offering sweeping views and centuries of layered history.
Feast from Sea to Shore
Taranto’s gastronomy is deeply tied to its waters. Try cozze tarantine — mussels from the city’s unique lagoon system — served raw, stuffed, or in savory pasta dishes. Enjoy rich seafood stews, fresh ricci di mare (sea urchins), and handmade orecchiette with turnip tops, all seasoned with local olive oil and the intensity of Apulian sun.
Savor Wines of Character and Contrast
The Taranto province is part of the renowned Primitivo di Manduria wine zone. Tour family-run vineyards producing deep, velvety reds and lesser-known whites like Fiano and Verdeca. Wine tastings here often come with stories, rustic bites, and warm hospitality, offering a true taste of the land and its people.
Authentic Experiences, Unfiltered Beauty
Learn to cook like a Tarantino with a local mamma, mastering seafood risottos or traditional baked focaccia. Browse local markets filled with just-harvested produce, wild herbs, and wheels of pecorino from inland farms. Time your visit with a religious or food festival, where street performances, wine stands, and communal feasts animate the historic streets with Puglian passion.
