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Basilica di San Nicola & Crypta: Guided Tour

Tour a 12th-century pilgrimage site – yule never guess who's buried here!

★ 4.5 · 12 ratings1 hr 15 min
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Duration1 hr 15 min
LocationBari
AccessibilityWheelchair accessible
Languages5 tour languages

The experience

Tour a 12th-century pilgrimage site – yule never guess who's buried here!

The Basilica di San Nicola is the most popular landmark in Bari, Puglia. This atmospheric Romanesque basilica dominates the Piazza San Nicola, with its square features and pearly white walls.

On this guided tour, you'll explore the 12th-century basilica and its crypt with a learned host, who'll detail the history and architectural secrets of the site. You can also see the final resting place of jolly old St. Nick, whose remains are housed in a special altar surrounded by ornate columns.

What’s included

  • Entrance to the Basilica di San Nicola and its crypt
  • One-hour guided tour in your chosen language (English, Italian or French)

Where to go

Piazza San Nicola (next to the statue)

Piazza S. Nicola

View meeting point mapLocal timezone: Europe/Rome

Before you book

Important visitor information

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Children under 12 can join for free, no ticket required.

How to use

Show your smartphone ticket at the meeting point (Piazza San Nicola, next to the statue; don't go directly to the basilica)

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