Walking along narrow streets and small squares, you will have the possibility to learn about art and history of Monopoli, getting in touch with culture and tradition of this enchanting Apulian destination, overlooking the Adriatic Sea. It's the ideal tour for people who want to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of this seaside city, embellished with interesting historical and artistic monuments, accompanied by a native tour guide, born and raised in Monopoli. A tasty treat is reserved for you in the end: a slice of focaccia barese or a panzerotto.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 36 of the next 105 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
The guided tour will start in Largo Plebiscito Square, then we’ll walk through Via Garibaldi, the ancient Merchants street, and reach Piazza Garibaldi, a place soaked in history that has preserved remains of different ages. We’ll continue to the Carlo V Castle, discovering its history and walking along the waterfront promenade, you will admire the massive bastions and the 16th century city walls. Then we will visit the Cathedral with its Baroque decorations, that is connected with the the legend of Madonna della Madia icon’s landing in 1117. Walking along some typical alleys in the historical centre, we'll finally arrive to Vittorio Emanuele square, which is the heart of the modern city. Added value of the tour is the guide 100% from Monopoli! At the end of the tour you will be offered a slice of focaccia barese or a fried or baked panzerotto. (Please note that tasting is not included for non-paying partecipants). Tourists are required to be on time, otherwise the tour could be shortened. Any change must be agreed with the tour guide in advance
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private guided tour in Monopoli: walking through the old town lasts about 1h 30min–1h 50min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $83 per person for this Alberobello and Locorotondo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 3:00 PM.
Children aged 5–17 pay from $3, adults from $83. Infants go free.
It can: 36 of the next 105 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is in front of the Church of San Francesco d'Assisi. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN, IT.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
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This was a perfect day for my wife and I. Our guide Valeria was excellent. She was extremely knowledgeable and made the history of Monopoli come alive. The tour was well paced - we never felt like we were in a rush. She made our stay in Monopoli complete.
Peter and Diane, thank you so much 🙏🏻 It's been a very good time with you 😊
Our private walking tour in Monopoli was one of the highlights of our time in Puglia! Valeria was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the city. We loved learning not only about the official history of the city, but also about the unofficial stories and local details that brought it to life. She also pointed out small architectural details and shared stories about neighborhood traditions that we would never have discovered from a guidebook. Because it was a private tour, we could move at our own be pace, stop whenever we wanted, and ask as many questions as we liked. This tour gave us a much deeper appreciation for Monopoli and made exploring the city feel personal and relaxed. By the end, the winding streets, sea air, historic churches, and stories of generations past felt wonderfully familiar. We truly cannot recommend it enough!
Kim and Josh, I feel honored by your wonderful words. So happy that you have fully perceived the value of my job! Thank you so much 🙏🏻
Valerie was perfectly able to explain the city, its history and all the important areas with examples of each historical aspect in an entertaining and relaxed way. We had so many questions and she was able to explain each issue clearly. The time spent learning with Valerie flew quickly. This was our first visit to Monopoli, Italy and Valerie was a wonderful hostess for our visit!
What a pleasure! Thank you so much, I feel honored by your wonderful words
I had a wonderful experience on my Monopoli solo tour with Valeria. She has an extensive understanding of the history of Monopoli and Puglia. She is able to relate this to the architecture and economy through the years. I walked away with a deeper appreciation of the area and a few noteworthy stories to tell about the city. Communication setting up the tour via email was easy. It was a friendly and comfortable experience. I hope to see Valeria if I get to Puglia again.
Thank you Toni for your beautiful review, I really appreciate. Hope to meet you again in Puglia
Lovely intro and history. Just right when you arrive! Guide was knowledgeable . Focaccia at the end was tasty!
Thank you!!
This was one of if not the best tours I have ever taken and the best value ever! Valerie was an excellent guide and had a wealth of knowledge not only about the old city but of Italian history. Her English was terrific and easy to understand and she easily understood what we were saying. My maternal grandparents came to the United States from Monopoli in 1905 and I was very excited to take this tour. It was worth every penny. I would recommend this tour to anyone interested in the history of the area.
Thanks a lot Juliette, you're so kind and i'm honored by your amazing words. It's been a real pleasure meeting you and your daughter in Monopoli, and get to know your grandparents story. Hope to see you again here 🤗
This was the second private tour we did with Valeria - even more special because Monopoli is her hometown and she shared her memories of growing up there. We were so impressed with her knowledge of the city and region that we arranged to have a third tour with her in Alberobello. She's personable, knowledgeable, and charming! We definitely recommend her tour!!
I really appreciate your wonderful review, thank you very much 😘
Our guide Marianna was very knowledgeable of the area and history. She took her time walking with 2 of our party having mobility issues. Overall, a nice tour of Monopoli!
Thank you very much Fabrizio, you have a very nice family. Greetings to Natalina ❤️ from Valeria the tour guide
We had a wonderful walking tour of the historic center of Monopoli with Valeria. She was welcoming, friendly, engaging, and very knowledgeable about the history of the town from ancient times to the present day. She was able to point out details and share anecdotes that we never would have uncovered on our own. We have another day to explore the town and it will be more interesting for us now that we can view things with the historical and cultural framework that Valeria provided. She topped off our very enjoyable time together with a visit to her favorite bakery....one that we will certainly revisit. We highly recommend Valeria's tour walking through the old town of Monopoli.
Honored by these very beautiful words, thank you so much 🙏🏻
Valeria was our guide through Monopoli, she was wonderful and full of great knowledge of the area. It was a great way to experience the old town
Thank you very much Scott. It's been a pleasure meeting you and your group
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private guided tour in Monopoli: walking through the old town | 1h 30min–1h 50min | 5.0 (65) | $83 | |
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