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Excellent Tour
She was wonderful! Very knowledgeable and took the time to answer all our questions. It was a great pace to walk through the town.
Private guided tour in Ostuni: exploring the panoramic historical centre
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min–1h 40min
- Price from
- $86 / person
- Location
- Ostuni
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 47 reviews
- Languages
- EN, IT
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Valeria Dicarlo
- Meeting point
- next to the Farmacia Matarrese (Pharmacy Matarrese) at the corner of Via Vitale street
Description
Private guided tour exploring the "white city" of Ostuni. You will have the possibility to discover one of the most suggestive old towns of Puglia and learn about its ancient origins, accompanied by a licensed tour guide only for you.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult (ages 18–80)
- $86
- Child (ages 5–17)
- Free
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 31 of the next 90 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Centro Storico
Guided tour exploring the white city of Ostuni, with its panoramic views of the Apulian olive groves and the Adriatic coast. We will start to tour in Via Cattedrale, one of the most important streets of Ostuni old town centre, where many noble palaces are located. A stop in front of the Archaeological Museum of Ostuni to learn about the origins of the city; then visit of the Basilica di Santa Maria Assunta, an interesting example of the Apulian tardy-Gothic style. We will admire the facade, with its religious symbology. We will walk along the city walls which are still existing, enjoying a fantastic panorama. The tour will end in Piazza della Libertà where are situated the Church of San Francesco d'Assisi, the City Hall and the Statue of Sant’Oronzo, one of the Patron Saints of Ostuni. Tourists are required to be on time otherwise the tour could be shortened. Any change must be agreed with the tour guide in advance
What's included
Included
guided tour
Not included
Private transportation
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
47 reviews
How it compares in Ostuni
- No. 4 by number of reviews among 60 tours in Ostuni
- Starting price $86 is close to the typical $86 for tours of similar length in Ostuni
Excurgo comparison of 60 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Private guided tour in Ostuni: exploring the panoramic historical centre lasts about 1h 30min–1h 40min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $86 per person for this Ostuni 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.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 5–17 pay nothing, adults from $86. Infants go free.
Does this tour sell out?
It can: 31 of the next 90 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is next to the Farmacia Matarrese (Pharmacy Matarrese) at the corner of Via Vitale street. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 47 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Valeria Dicarlo.
Reviews(47)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
H
Ostuni in-depth 5* personal tour
On this holiday in Puglia we had previously taken guided tours of Matera (group size 8 pers. /2 hours historical) and Lecce (group size 12 pers./2.5 hours historical+streetfood), which gave us an overview but not the historical or cultural depth myself & wife wanted, and the group size made it difficult to hear all that the guide said and limited follow-up questions. For the guided tour of Ostuni we chose a personal tour by Valeria DiCarlo (2 pers./90-100 mins./historical+cultural). This proved to be the best of our guided tours, well worth the cost for a personal tour. We learned loads more and got all of our questions covered and got much more of her time than expected, an enjoyable and friendly experience for us. We followed up thereafter with a recommended visit to the Archeological Museum to see a stunning paleolithic 28,000 year old cave burial of a female (Ostuni 1) and baby skeleton. Thank you Valeria, greetings from John and Jackie.
Operator response
John and Jackie thank you so much for your amazing words 🙏🏻 I really appreciate it
D
Excellent tour. Valeria was wonderful.
Valeria was an incredible, friendly and insightful guide with deep knowledge of history and architecture. Great experience.
Operator response
Thank you so much David. I'm really pleased to read that 😊
H
Understanding Ostuni.
Everything was seamless in terms of connection and bookings. our guide Valeria was well informed and managed the right amount of information to give us context without overwhelming us. It was a very pleasant experience.
Operator response
Thank you very much Helen 🙏🏻
R
The walking tour of...
The walking tour of Ostuni was wonderful! Valeria was very kind and knowledgeable, and the tour was the perfect mix of history, interesting facts and landmarks, and stunning viewpoints.
Operator response
Thank you so much Ruth 😊
L
Valerie was so...
Valerie was so knowledgeable about the history of Ostuni! She was a very thoughtful and kind guide and answered all of our questions. A wonderful tour well spent!
Operator response
Thank you so much Lisa and Steve. It's been such a pleasure meeting you in Ostuni 🤗
M
Valeria is a great tour...
Valeria is a great tour guide and knows the history of Ostuni. She took us off the tourist path and showed us unique areas of the town!
Operator response
Thank you very much Mary Jane
P
Recommend
As other reviewers have said, Valeria is an excellent guide. A very nice lady who has done her research and is very happy to answer questions. We did not know this when booking, but my wife and I had her all to our selves. I gather she usually works with small groups - ehich is their good fortune. Recommend.
Operator response
Thank you so much Paul and Marie 🙏🏻
K
Valeria was excellent!
This was a wonderful experience. Valeria was very knowledgeable and provided such great information about the city. She went at a great pace for our group. Highly recommend this tour with her- you will not be disappointed.
Operator response
Grazie, Grazie, Grazie, Kathleen 🙏🏻 Such a nice time with you and your group
C
Valeria was great
We were kept up to date and in contact with Valeria and had a lovely tour of Ostuni. A friendly guide with clear explanations.
Operator response
Grazie mille Clive and Bonnie 🤗
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