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4 streets you absolutely must see during a stroll through the alleys of Bari Vecchia

Bari Vecchia is a labyrinth of alleyways where it's as easy to get lost as it is to fall in love with, which is why it's highly recommended to explore as many streets as possible to truly be captivated.

This introduction is essential so you can explore not only the four streets suggested in this article, but everything else that can make your experience in the old town unique and memorable. Back to our topic, we'll now explore together a small selection made especially for you, recommending some streets in Bari Vecchia that you absolutely must not miss.

Some reasons? First of all, they're very popular with tourists (and that alone is a sign) . You'll also have the chance to discover some of the local trends and habits of this small neighborhood. And, most importantly, you might decide to stop along these streets to taste some typical Bari products, like sgagliozze and the legendary focaccia .

1) Via Venezia, the walls of old Bari

Probably the first street you'll travel upon arriving in Bari Vecchia .
Via Venezia is the road that leads from Piazza del Ferrarese , one of the main entrance squares to the old town, along the splendid walls that surround a large part of Bari Vecchia . From these ancient walls you can admire Bari's characteristic waterfront (here is one of the best viewpoints to enjoy it) , passing along the way the Fortino di Sant'Antonio (the old city tower) , the Basilica of San Nicola and the Archaeological Museum of Santa Scolastica .

2) Strada Arco Basso, the street of orecchiette

How could we not include, among the streets to visit in Bari Vecchia , the evocative Strada Arco Basso , nicknamed the street of orecchiette ?
This alley, besides being characterized by the typical houses of the neighborhood, is famous for the ladies who prepare and sell fresh pasta in front of the hundreds of tourists who pass through the street every day. A tasty and engaging attraction that over time has become a ritual for those who visit Bari's oldest neighborhood . Not to be missed.

3) Strada Palazzo di Città and the focaccia from Bari

Another very interesting street to explore is Strada Palazzo di Città .
This busy street, located near Piazza Mercantile , another historic square in Bari Vecchia , offers a chance to admire the architecture of some of the old town's buildings and, above all, to taste the legendary focaccia barese . This street is home to a famous bakery that has been making focaccia , one of Bari's typical products that satisfies the palates of adults and children alike, and at any time of day. Yes, because once the smell of focaccia fills you, you won't be able to help but crave it.

4) Carmine Road / Road of the Crusades

Last but not least, two streets connected by the same route: Strada del Carmine and Strada delle Crociate .
This long road connects the Basilica of San Nicola with the Cathedral of San Sabino , and along the way you'll find several charming shops, small bars, fruit stalls, and women preparing and frying sgagliozze and popizze (other typical Bari products you can't help but try) . Added to this, of course, are the friendly people of Bari and the neighborhood's typical tendencies, such as riding from one alley to another on a scooter and honking their horns.