Gallipoli

Town Gallipoli, Apulia, Italy

What to expect

Gallipoli is a southern Italian town and comune in the province of Lecce, in Apulia. The town is divided into two parts, the modern and the old city, with the old town located on a limestone island linked to the mainland by a bridge built in the 16th century. The town boasts a rich history, with a blend of cultural heritage and coastal charm. Visitors can stroll through the old town, marvel at the 13th-century fortress, enjoy the seaside promenade, and relax on the beautiful beaches, such as La Spiaggia della Purita. The town also features impressive Baroque churches and aristocratic palazzi, a testament to its former wealth as a trading port

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3 ideas of travel in Puglia

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Gallipoli, the quintessential Puglian seaside town

Highlights: We enjoyed the city's fish market, one of the richest in southern Italy, with a wide variety of fresh fish and seafood ✨

Gallipoli: Where literally one church stands next to the other – and from the most beautiful beach of our trip

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Gallipoli's old town, connected to the mainland by a bridge. We walked through narrow streets and saw churches, including Sant'Agata. We also enjoyed pizza from a small shop and watched children playing

Highlights: Exploring the narrow streets and discovering hidden piazzas was fun. The architecture and the many churches were interesting. Having pizza while watching the kids play was a nice experience. We felt a sense of peace ✨