🇮🇹 Taranto, Italy
Villa Giusy
📍 4, Via Sputnik, Taranto, 74011
Your stay — Villa Giusy
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Stella Maris (99 m · ~1 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 316 m · ~4 min walk
Farmacia dott. Dell'Orco Francesco — 612 m · ~8 min walk
Minimarket pick-up — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
You can exchange currency at banks or currency exchange offices in the city centre, but be aware that rates may be poorer at airports or tourist bureaux. It's a good idea to use an ATM to withdraw Euros with your debit/credit card, as you'll get a more competitive rate.
Most businesses in Taranto accept major credit and debit cards, including contactless payments. You can also use mobile pay services like Apple Pay or Google Pay at some shops and cafes.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 1-2 Euros for good service is sufficient. For taxi drivers, it's customary to round up the fare or add 1-2 Euros.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →You can find a caffè espresso for around 1-2 Euros at a local bar or café.
A panino (sandwich) or a plate of pasta at a local trattoria can cost around 5-7 Euros.
A budget-friendly dinner option is a pizza or a plate of secondi (second course) at a local restaurant, costing around 10-15 Euros.
The area around the old town has a variety of street food stalls and markets, offering affordable options like roasted chestnuts, fried dough, and fresh fruit.
You can find affordable supermarkets like Carrefour or Lidl within a 10-15 minute walk from the city centre.
For high-street shopping, try the shopping street Corso Vittorio Emanuele III, which has a mix of affordable and mid-range clothing stores.
A single ticket for public transportation costs 1.20 Euros, but you can buy a 10-trip ticket for 11.50 Euros. The cheapest way to get to Taranto from the airport is by bus (around 5 Euros).
Avoid eating at touristy restaurants and opt for local trattorias or street food stalls for more affordable options.Consider buying a rechargeable public transportation card, which can save you money in the long run.Shop at local markets or supermarkets for groceries and avoid buying from street vendors for better prices.
Good to know — Taranto
Type C/F/L · 230V
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$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Taranto, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Villa Giusy
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 316 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia dott. Dell'Orco Francesco — 612 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Taranto train station → Villa Stella
💡 Better to walk or take the AMAT bus line 1 from the station—it stops 200 metres from the hotel. Taxis are scarce after 21:00.
Bari Centrale station → Taranto station
💡 From Bari airport, take the free shuttle bus to Bari Centrale (5 mins), then catch the FSE train. Direct trains avoid the slower regional via Martina Franca.
Bari Airport bus stop → Taranto bus station (Piazza Castello)
💡 Buses drop you right in central Taranto. From Piazza Castello, Villa Stella is a 10-min walk east along Corso Vittorio Emanuele II.
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) → Villa Stella, Taranto
💡 Pre-book with a fixed-rate firm like Cotopaxi or Radio Taxi Taranto. Metered fares from the rank often bump up to €100+ with luggage.
About Taranto
Wikipedia ↗
Taranto (Italian: [ˈtaːranto] ; Tarantino: Tarde), historically also called Tarent in English, is a coastal city in Apulia, Southern Italy. It is the capital of the province of Taranto, serving as an important commercial port as well as the main Italian naval base. With a population of 185,909 as of...
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Villa Giusy?
Check-in at Villa Giusy is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Villa Giusy?
A panino (sandwich) or a plate of pasta at a local trattoria can cost around 5-7 Euros.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Villa Giusy?
A single ticket for public transportation costs 1.20 Euros, but you can buy a 10-trip ticket for 11.50 Euros. The cheapest way to get to Taranto from the airport is by bus (around 5 Euros).
Top Attractions in Taranto
💡 Don’t miss the marble floor mosaics near the altar — they’re original and patterned like a medieval carpet. The crypt is often quiet, and you can see the saint’s tomb. Dress modestly.
💡 Head straight to the second floor for the 'Ori di Taranto' gold collection — it’s the highlight. Allow 1–2 hours. Entry is €8 normally, but free on first Sundays.
💡 Start at Piazza Fontana and aim for the waterfront along Via Duomo. The best views are from the quayside near the Ponte Girevole. Go early morning to see fishermen mending nets.
💡 The best section is the Gravina di Riggio — a short walk from the car park. Bring sturdy shoes and water; there’s no shade. Wildflowers are spectacular in spring.
💡 Entry is cheap (€2–€5 depending on exhibitions), and the sunset view from the ramparts over the Mar Grande is worth every cent. Go on a weekday morning to avoid queues.