1-Day Enchantment in Alberobello's Trulli

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by Andrew

May 8, 2024 · 1 min read

Alberobello 1 Day Itinerary

Embark on a magical journey through Alberobello, a captivating town renowned for its unique trulli houses. Our one-day itinerary begins with a visit to the Basilica of Saints Cosmas and Damian, where you'll spend an hour marveling at the spiritual heart of the town. Next, immerse yourself in the fairy-tale ambiance of I Trulli di Alberobello. Allocate two hours to wander through the narrow streets lined with the iconic conical-roofed houses that have made this town a UNESCO World Heritage site. Conclude your day with a two-hour exploration of the Territory Museum 'House Pezzolla', where the rich history and culture of Alberobello come to life. This itinerary promises a day filled with architectural wonders and cultural insights, perfect for those looking to experience the essence of Italy's heritage in a short time.

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TOP 1
Trulli e Puglia Resort
Trulli e Puglia Resort
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Hotel Sant' Antonio
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Giardino Dei Trulli
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Grand Hotel la Chiusa di Chietri
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1 Day in Alberobello Itinerary: Day 1

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Basilica of Saints Cosmas and Damian

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Begin your Alberobello adventure with a spiritual touch at the Basilica of Saints Cosmas and Damian. Nestled in the heart of the town, this sacred site offers an hour of tranquility and architectural wonder. As you step inside, the serene ambiance and the intricate designs that adorn the church will transport you to a realm of peace and history. The Basilica stands as a testament to the town's religious heritage and provides a reflective start to your day's exploration.

Attraction Info

  • Piazza Antonio Curri, 70011 Alberobello BA, Italy
  • Suggested tour duration: 1-2 hour
  • Open from 6:30am-9:00pm

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Trulli - Rione Aia Piccola (UNESCO)

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Next, immerse yourself in the fairy-tale charm of I Trulli di Alberobello, a captivating small town that seems sprung from the pages of a storybook. Spend two hours wandering through the labyrinth of narrow streets lined with the iconic trulli - whitewashed stone huts with conical roofs that have become symbols of this enchanting region. Discover the unique construction techniques that have earned this town a spot on the UNESCO World Heritage list, and let the magic of Alberobello's traditional dwellings captivate your imagination.

Attraction Info

  • 70011 Alberobello, Metropolitan City of Bari, Italy
  • Suggested tour duration: 2-3 hour
  • Open 24 hours
2 min,0.16 km
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Territory Museum "House Pezzolla"

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Conclude your day with a visit to the Territory Museum 'House Pezzolla', a cultural gem that offers an in-depth look at Alberobello's rich history and traditions. Housed in a collection of 15 interconnected trulli, the museum spans two hours of engaging exhibits that showcase the region's craftsmanship, lifestyle, and evolution. As you explore the museum's rooms, each telling a different story of the Alberobello territory, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the ingenuity and resilience of the local people that have shaped this unique landscape.

Attraction Info

  • Piazza XXVII Maggio, Alberobello, 70011, Alberobello, Italy
  • Suggested tour duration: 2-3 hour
  • Open on Sun,10:00am-11:30pm;Open on Mon,10:00am-1:00pm;Open on Tue-Fri,10:00am-1:00pm,4:00pm-8:00pm;Open on Sat,10:00am-11:00pm
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Trulli - Rione Aia Piccola (UNESCO)
Trulli - Rione Aia Piccola (UNESCO)
4.3/5 · 23 review
Highlights:
Trulli are traditional Apulian houses whose conical or pyramidal roofs (named from the Greek τρούλος, or "dome") are an outstanding example of stone building, a construction technique dating back to prehistory era and is still used today in Apulia. They are scattered throughout the Itria Valley as livestock pens or as storage for agricultural implements, but in the Alberobello area you will find clusters of such buildings, of which there are more than 1500 in the historical district centres alone, almost all in good condition Damaged condition. The trulli ancient buildings in the Alberobello area are outstanding representatives of spontaneous architectural structures attached to the urban landscape as an important historical value, and were listed in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1996.
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TOP 2
Basilica of Saints Cosmas and Damian
Basilica of Saints Cosmas and Damian
3.5/5 · 2 review
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Highlights:
A magnificent basilica built in 1882 by architect Antonio Curri on the foundations of a 12th century chapel. Cosmas ad Damian are medical saints who practiced medicine free of charge. The exterior of the basilica is two belll towers, whereas the interior featres wooden statues of Cosma and Damiano and artwork on the ceiling.
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Trullo Sovrano
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Sassi di Matera
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Highlights:
SassidiMatera (Matra Cave House) is a residential building located in Basilicata Matera, southern Italy. Matera has been inhabited since Paleolithic times. The local people who are mainly engaged in agriculture and animal husbandry built a cave called "sassi" on the mountain according to the terrain here, and gradually developed into a permanent village. After the 1990s, the well-preserved Matra cave dwellings became tourist attractions and were re-developed to show tourists the living conditions of prehistoric cave dwellers in the Mediterranean region.
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Territory Museum "House Pezzolla"
Territory Museum "House Pezzolla"
3.5/5 · 2 review
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Highlights:
The Alberobello Territorial Museum is a trulli house built with local limestone, very local. The museum includes 9 exhibition halls, in which the origin of trulli and the birth process of the town of Alberobello are respectively told, and the construction method and process of trulli are also explained.
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Alberobello 1 Day Itinerary