THE FAIRY TALE VILLAGE OF ALBEROBELLO
Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Alberobello
Acclaimed by UNESCO as "remarkable examples of corbelled dry-stone construction, a prehistoric building technique still in use in this region," Alberobello is known all over the world as the trulli capital. Your guided tour begins at the Terrazzino Belvedere observation deck situated in the Aia Piccola neighborhood, which boasts more than 400 trulli. In Old Town sits 1,030 trulli, the majority of which are still used as private houses. Your walking tour ends at the lovely Church of Saint Anthony whose façade of three wings is enhanced with a rose window and a 19-meter-tall (64-feet-high) cone-shaped roof. Delight in free time to explore the narrow streets on your own to admire artisans at work and step inside a typical trullo house to see the architectural style and structure, and learn how people live in these unique buildings.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
A stop at the Terrazzino Belvedere observation deck offers magnificent views of Alberobello's Old Town filled with the ancient stone trulli houses that resemble little cottages found in a story book.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
As you walk Alberobello's narrow streets, you may notice the roofs are painted with symbols such as a cross or a heart pierced by an arrow. According to legend, the symbols were designed to bring luck upon the house.
Points of interest
Alberobello
Schedule
Special Notes
Note: Not suited for passengers in wheelchairs or with limited mobility. Wear comfortable walking shoes. When visiting sacred sites wear conservative attire. Clothing should cover the shoulders and knees. Shorts are not permitted. Sequence of tour stops may vary. Use of an audio headset (included) will enhance your tour experience.
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Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Alberobello
Acclaimed by UNESCO as "remarkable examples of corbelled dry-stone construction, a prehistoric building technique still in use in this region," Alberobello is known all over the world as the trulli capital. Your guided tour begins at the Terrazzino Belvedere observation deck situated in the Aia Piccola neighborhood, which boasts more than 400 trulli. In Old Town sits 1,030 trulli, the majority of which are still used as private houses. Your walking tour ends at the lovely Church of Saint Anthony whose façade of three wings is enhanced with a rose window and a 19-meter-tall (64-feet-high) cone-shaped roof. Delight in free time to explore the narrow streets on your own to admire artisans at work and step inside a typical trullo house to see the architectural style and structure, and learn how people live in these unique buildings.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
A stop at the Terrazzino Belvedere observation deck offers magnificent views of Alberobello's Old Town filled with the ancient stone trulli houses that resemble little cottages found in a story book.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
As you walk Alberobello's narrow streets, you may notice the roofs are painted with symbols such as a cross or a heart pierced by an arrow. According to legend, the symbols were designed to bring luck upon the house.
Points of interest
Alberobello
Schedule
Special Notes
Note: Not suited for passengers in wheelchairs or with limited mobility. Wear comfortable walking shoes. When visiting sacred sites wear conservative attire. Clothing should cover the shoulders and knees. Shorts are not permitted. Sequence of tour stops may vary. Use of an audio headset (included) will enhance your tour experience.