The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Monopoli, Puglia

BOAT TRIPS Live the unique experience of a boat trip between Polignano a Mare and Monopoli on a modern and comfortable sailing catamaran, our Nautitech 40 “Same Same”. Cut loose and relax, hear the water running under the net. We’ll guide you to discovery of the amazing coast of Polignano, full of grottos and caves that have been created by the sea over millennia. The south coast of Monopoli is precious as well with the old town of Monopoli, the Castle of Santo Stefano, the "Calette", little spots with pristine water and the beaches of Capitolo. We will be able to stop off for a swimming break and an “aperitivo” of local snacks and a chilled bottle of Prosecco or Spritz that will be served on board. We do boat trips with departure from Monopoli for half day or full day with lunch on board to share with other guests or privately. BOAT PARTIES Don’t miss the opportunity to have a private party on board of “Same Same”, dancing in the cockpit, dip in the water from the bow and have a nice cocktail! ABOUT OUR CATAMARAN NAUTITECH 40 Nautitech – Bavaria, based in France, is one of the most important builders of catamaran in the world. Renowned throughout the industry for their superior sea going qualities, simplistic maintenance and everyday ease of use, the new range of Nautitech is all this and so much more. The Nautitech 40 has earned its reputation as a sailors catamaran, delivering sailing performance without compromising the comforts expected from a 40ft Catamaran when at anchor. The unique twin steering stations gives you the "wind in the face feel" and clear forward view of a keelboat and a great unobstructed view of the sails for those who just love to trim. From the redesigned cockpit area with its panoramic views to the extended cabin roof, all users will find that "something extra" when viewing this Nautitech 40 catamaran. The Nautitech 40 sailing catamaran has four comfortable double cabins. There is one head with a hot and cold water shower located in each hull. In the forward hulls on each side is an additional single berth. In total the Nautitech 40 sleeps 10 people. The saloon can also be used for an additional berth if required. Nautitech 40 is a safe and comfortable boat and is perfect for all.

“Apulia – La Finestra sul mare” was founded in Monopoli in August 2013, with the aim of offering the visitor a range of services to enjoy the gorgeous beauties of a land rich in History, Art, Culture, Traditions and Taste. A land that you can explore thanks to expert guides of the area, capable of revealing stories and emotions hidden behind a dry stone wall, an environment excavated in the rock, a painted wall, a picture, a tower or olive tree shaped by time. Evidences of a past rich in history and tradition, deeply rooted in the land of Puglia that has always been a “bridge” between East and West. We like to explore it from our “finestra sul mare” (window on the sea), offering our guests the opportunity to get an authentic experience! “Apulia – La Finestra sul mare” takes care of services for tourism with a lot of partners as the Aps Koine, but it takes care also of handicraft and Apulian typical products. In our shop, in the heart of Monopoli historical centre, you can find original handicraft creations and tasty typical products of our culinary tradition like extra virgin oil that comes from our centenary olive trees, wines of first selection, handmade pasta and more. All products are carefully selected by “Apulia – La Finestra sul mare”, a young company employing a young team desirous to increase our net of relationships to offer always the best to the visitors.

The archaeological site CRIPTA ROMANICA is an extraordinary place: 4,500 years of history can be touched within its walls! Romanesque sculpural remains, Gothic artworks, and Renaissance beauties can all be admired as well as ancient tombs and greek pottery. The apse of the Romanesque crypt built in the 12th century is still there to tell us the fascinating story of Bishop Romualdo's temple destroyed in 1742.

Way To Move combines the rental of Vespa to the beauty of the surrounding landscape. You can visit Puglia on two wheels to reach the beautiful streets of Valle D’Itria, surrounded by olive groves and vineyards, Polignano a Mare, with its coastline, the characteristic Trulli of Alberobello and more with the wind in your face and the sun that shine on you.

The church of San Salvatore,one of the oldest church of Monopoli city, is located inside the ancient city walls and overlooking the sea. Folk tradition says that the church was built by a captain of a pirate ship who escaped with his crew on a shipwreck and, for this reason, the church is facing on the sea and is dedicated to “San Salvatore”. The Church of “San Salvatore in Pittagio Pinnae” (pittachion means board where it was written the name of the quarter) has an history that begins in the early Christian age (3rd – 4th century).