How to get to Taranto: train, plane, car and bus
Practical guide to reaching Taranto by train, plane, car and bus. Connections, travel times and tips for getting around the city of two seas.
Travel guide to Taranto
Everything you need to visit Taranto: accommodation, itineraries, food and transport.
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What to see in Taranto in 2 days: complete itinerary
Two days in Taranto exploring the MArTA museum, the Old Town island, the Swing Bridge, Doric temples and secret beaches of the Ionian city of two seas.
Where to stay in Taranto: areas, accommodation and practical tips
Complete guide on where to stay in Taranto: from the Old Town on the island to the Borgo Nuovo, with tips on B&Bs, seafront hotels and budget options.
Where to Eat in Taranto: A Guide to the Flavors of the Two Seas
Discover where to eat in Taranto: Mar Piccolo mussels, Apulian raw fish, Old Town trattorias, and seafood street food in this two-sea city.
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