Alberobello
Italy · Puglia · 416 m
Description
Alberobello is a fairytale-like town in the heart of Puglia, world-famous for its unique trulli. The town is known for its whitewashed dry-stone limestone buildings with distinctive conical roofs, clustered along the narrow streets of the historic districts of Rione Monti and Aia Piccola. Alberobello combines centuries-old building traditions with Mediterranean charm and the picturesque landscapes of the Itria Valley. Its UNESCO World Heritage-listed trulli make the town an unmistakable symbol of Puglia and one of the most fascinating destinations in southern Italy.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days (optimal 1 day)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June
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- Dec
Highlights
- Trulli of Alberobello (UNESCO)
- Rione Monti Trulli District
- Rione Aia Piccola
- Belvedere Santa Lucia & Trulli Panorama
- Trullo Sovrano
- Church of Sant'Antonio (Trullo Church)
- Casa Pezzolla & Museo del Territorio
- Trullo Siamese
- Casa d'Amore
- Trulli Rooftop Symbols & Pinnacles
- Basilica of Saints Cosmas and Damian
- Orecchiette & Puglian Cuisine
- Itria Valley (Locorotondo & Martina Franca)(Day trip)
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Alberobello, Locorotondo, Noci