Discover Torre a Mare: Coast, Harbor and Culture

Torre a Mare can be explored through its distinctive coastal formations, connections to the harbor, and historic sites. Those who choose a holiday apartment in Torre a Mare can organize their vacation days around different themes: the coast, the history of the town, or museums, palaces, and other destinations in the surrounding area.

Coast, Harbor, and Torre Pelosa

Torre Pelosa was built by the Spanish in the second half of the 16th century as a coastal watchtower as part of the Kingdom of Naples’ coastal defense program against incursions by the Turks. The tower has a square ground plan, a truncated pyramid-shaped base, and three large machicolations on each facade.

The history of the harbor is also part of the character of the town. The fishermen of Torre a Mare repaired their boats in the small harbor at the mouth of the Lama Giotta. The Porto di Torre a Mare is a small sheltered harbor; its three-part outer breakwater extends into the sea. The harbor thus combines its maritime architecture with the fishermen’s former work. Spiaggia di Torre a Mare, known as “il bunker,” is a rocky beach just a few steps from the historic center; parking is available nearby.

Beaches and Natural Formations in the Surrounding Area

Spiaggia Pane e Pomodoro, another beach, is located in the area around Torre a Mare. Arco Delle Meravigli, a natural arch, is also located nearby.

Palaces and Museums around Torre a Mare

Several cultural destinations can be found in the area around Torre a Mare. Palazzo Delfino Pesce is a palace. The Centro di cultura d’Arte Contemporanea “Giacomo Gerardini” is a museum. The Museo Civico Rutigliano is also a museum. Palazzo Roberti - Alberotanza is another palace in the surrounding area.

More Themes for Your Vacation Days

Parco Giochi Mola di Bari is a park in the area around Torre a Mare. Orto Botanico is a botanical garden in the area around Torre a Mare. Grotta di Cala Scizzo is associated with Neolithic rituals in the caves of the Terra di Bari, where offerings and selected human remains were deposited.

Choose a Holiday Apartment in Torre a Mare Based on Your Interests

Those who want to place greater emphasis on the coast, harbor, and Torre Pelosa will set different priorities than travelers who focus on palaces, museums, or the botanical garden. A holiday apartment in Torre a Mare can therefore be selected as part of travel planning primarily according to the desired balance of coast, history, nature, and cultural destinations.

More Destinations for Orientation

Ruvo Di Puglia, Polignano A Mare, Quasano, Sannicandro Di Bari, Alberobello, Impalata, Gravina In Puglia, San Paolo

For the higher-level travel overview: Bari.