How to get to Polignano a Mare: train, plane, car and bus
Complete guide to reaching Polignano a Mare by train, plane, car and bus. The city of caves and cliff diving with all connections from Puglia and Italy.
Travel guide to Polignano a Mare
Everything you need to visit Polignano a Mare: accommodation, itineraries, food and transport.
Practical guides
What to see in Polignano a Mare in 2 days: itinerary through caves, cliff terraces and nearby villages
Discover what to see in Polignano a Mare in 2 days: from Lama Monachile to boat caves, with walking routes in the centre and excursions to San Vito and the trulli.
Where to stay in Polignano a Mare: areas, accommodation and practical tips
Guide on where to stay in Polignano a Mare: from the clifftop old town to the trulli countryside, with budget tips, accommodation and the ideal area for every traveller.
Where to eat in Polignano a Mare: fish on the cliffs, legendary gelato and seafood cuisine
Guide to restaurants in Polignano a Mare: raw fish, orecchiette with sauce, the gelato of Super Mago del Gelo and cliff-hanging trattorias. Where to eat well.
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