Brindisi 3-Day Itinerary

Two marble columns marking the end of the Appian Way, ancient Rome’s main road to the east. One original column stands 19 metres tall; the other was moved to Lecce in the 1600s.

🕐 Always accessible

💡 Visit at golden hour for the best light on the carvings. The pedestal has reliefs of Roman gods and sea monsters often missed in a quick glance.

One of a pair of ancient Roman marble columns marking the end of the Appian Way. Stands in the old town near the harbour. The single surviving column is about 18m tall, with carvings of gods and sea c

🕐 Always visible, exterior only

💡 Go at sunset when the light hits the marble nicely. The smaller column opposite is a medieval copy – skip it.

Ricciolandia · ££

Ristorante Forcatella · ££

Moderate-sized archaeology museum housed in a former convent. Displays local Messapian, Greek and Roman artefacts – pottery, jewellery, and a set of well-preserved Roman surgical tools.

🕐 Tuesday to Saturday 09:00–19:00; Sunday 09:00–13:00; Monday closed

💡 First Sunday of the month is free for everyone. On weekdays it's already free, so check their Facebook for any temporary closures.

Tree-lined promenade along the inner harbour with views of ferries, fishing boats, and the old town. Benches, a small playground, and maritime atmosphere. Popular for evening strolls.

🕐 Always open

💡 Bring binoculars to spot birds on the salt marshes at the far end. There’s a public tap with drinkable water halfway along.

Paved walkway along the inner harbour with views of the castle, docks, and passing ferries. Benches, palms, and a gentle sea breeze.

🕐 24/7 outdoor

💡 Start at the Roman Column and walk south to the Aragonese Castle for a solid 20-minute stroll with changing views.

One of a pair of ancient Roman marble columns that once marked the terminus of the Appian Way. The remaining column stands about 19 metres tall, with decorative carvings. Located near the port, it’s a

🕐 Always open

💡 Visit in late afternoon for good light on the carvings; the other column is in Lecce.

Masseria Oasi San Giovanni Battista

Oasi del riccio

A wide, palm-lined promenade running along the inner harbour, passing the Aragonese Castle on a small island and ending at the Roman Columns.

💡 Bring a bottle of water from a local shop; the few cafes along the route are pricey. The benches near the castle have the best shade.

A circular 11th-century Crusader church built on the model of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. Inside, pull up the weathered capitals and the central dome’s qui

💡 Go during a weekday morning. It's often empty, and the custodian may let you into the tiny crypt if you ask nicely in Italian.

12th-century Romanesque cathedral rebuilt after the 1743 earthquake. Plain stone interior with a wooden crucifix and a baptismal font carved from a Roman capita

💡 The Crypt of San Teodoro below is small but holds ancient fresco fragments. Ask the caretaker nicely for entry—free but not always open.

An imposing 13th-century fortress built by Frederick II. You can walk around the exterior and courtyards for free; the interior houses a naval command and is no

💡 The moat-side path offers a cool walk on hot days. Head to the small park just south for a clear photo angle.

Al Buco

Pizzeria La Rotonda