Ostuni Travel Guide

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Ostuni
It's impossible to describe the beauty of this corner of the Mediterranean and its hospitality to those who haven't seen it with their own eyes.

A holiday in Ostuni is a must to discover the beauty of Salento, its territory and the natural and cultural treasures of the white city. Blinding white is the colour of the houses of this picturesque country hamlet near Brindisi. A labyrinth of lanes reminiscent of a kasbah, it is a cluster on the side of a softly sloping hill, with its original nucleus surrounded by characteristic Aragonese towered ramparts. The typical cuisine, surrounding Mediterranean panoramas, customs, and local traditions have recreated a context that is unique in the whole world—one that is absolutely worth discovering. What are you waiting for? Organise your holiday in Ostuni now!

A beautiful fifteenth-century cathedral lies at the historic centre of Ostuni, Santa Maria dell'Assunzione, a national monument since 1902, that stands atop the white city's highest hill. Renovated in the late 1400s after a big earthquake, the cathedral has a majestic façade with three doors topped by the same number of rose windows. The middle one is an authentic triumph of medieval symbolism, with 24 rays formed by columns and arches and the figure of Christ in the centre surrounded by the apostles and seven cherub heads, with the Earth in his hand as a sign of protection. In the form of a Latin cross, the church's interior has three naves separated by 5-column arches. The central nave has three absolutely beautiful eighteenth-century tapestries with scenes from the life of Christ set in the ceiling and fascinating frescoes dedicated to the patron saint, Saint Orontius, and the martyrdom of Saint Blaise. Don't miss the door of the Church of Spirito Santo, either. Dating back to 1450, today it is recognised as a national monument.

The Cavalcade of Saint Orontius is a can't-miss event where horses and horsemen decked out in costumes parade through the historic centre. For the most awaited and important festival in Ostuni, for two days the city hosts a procession, a historic parade, music in the square and fireworks to celebrate the patron saint. In particular, on August 26th, a parade of horses and horsemen festively decked out inaugurate the cavalcade by going down the city streets carrying a papier-mâché statue of Saint Orontius.

Another attraction in Ostuni are its 17 kilometres of coast where sandy coves, rocks, pebble beaches, and dunes covered with Mediterranean maquis trade off. The coast also boasts a nature reserve in the area of Lido Morelli (a long beach with coastal dunes), while going south towards Brindisi there is the Torre Guaceto Nature Reserve too. The coast nearest to Ostuni is the Port of Villanova, where there is a castle that the Duchess Bona Sforza had built. The castle is comprised of three parts with a lighthouse in the middle. Still not convinced? Check out our holiday packages to Ostuni and get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Where to stay in Ostuni

Ostuni Cathedral showing religious elements, heritage architecture and street performance

Ostuni Historic Centre

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Ostuni Historic Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ostuni Cathedral and Piazza della Liberta.

Ostuni Historic Centre
Hotel Monte Sarago
Hotel Monte Sarago
4 out of 5
Corso Mazzini 233, Ostuni, BR
The price is ฿4,127 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
฿4,127
฿4,686 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Ostuni. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (200 reviews)
"Good location."

Reviewed on 29 Sep 2024

Hotel Monte Sarago
Hotel La Terra
Hotel La Terra
4 out of 5
Via Gaspare Petrarolo, 16, Historical Centre of Ostuni, Ostuni, BR
The price is ฿4,410 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿4,410
฿4,997 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Ostuni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Popular attractions L'Ulivo Che Canta and Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
"Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2024

Hotel La Terra
Masseria Salinola
Masseria Salinola
4 out of 5
contrada Salinola s/n, S.P. 29 per San Michele Salentino, Ostuni, BR
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Ostuni. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Piazza della Liberta and Church of San Francesco ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (82 reviews)
"What an amazing property. The owners and hosts for our stay were remarkable. Love the fact that this property has been passed down over generations and they make you feel as if you’re part of the family. I would absolutely recommend this property. My only regret was not staying more than 2 nights. ..."

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2024

Masseria Salinola
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Dama Bianca Boutique Hotel Ostuni
Dama Bianca Boutique Hotel Ostuni
Vico Roberto Ardigò, 21, Ostuni, Brindisi
Stay at this apartment in Ostuni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private plunge pools and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Piazza della Liberta and Church of San Francesco ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"It was a lovely stay, everyone was very helpfull, the room was clean. It was the perfect location!"

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2024

Dama Bianca Boutique Hotel Ostuni
Palazzo Le Cupole by Wonderful Italy
Palazzo Le Cupole by Wonderful Italy
Via Giuseppe Spennati, 6, Ostuni
Stay at this apartment in Ostuni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Museum of Preclassical Civilizations ...
9/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
"We had an absolutely amazing time at Palazzo Le Cupole by Wonderful Italy. The apartment was spacious and the location was very convenient. The staff were attentive and went out of their way to ensure that we were comfortable."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2024

Palazzo Le Cupole by Wonderful Italy
Residence Club Barbara
Residence Club Barbara
Via Consolato Veneziano s/n, Villanova di Ostuni, Ostuni, BR
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Ostuni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Baia di Camerini and Spiaggia di Gorgognolo ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (27 reviews)
"Great location, next to the sea and a small beach, plenty of amenities. Clean and newly furnished apartment with absolutely everything one might need. Large rooms with high ceiling, beach towels, nice balcony, lovely sea and pool view. Great and very helpful personnel. Plenty of secured parking spots, ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2024

Residence Club Barbara
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Ostuni

4.5
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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3 - Okay
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It cost a lot in the taxi to get there and only merited a half day visit.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lots of restaurant options, mainly small so best to book. We successfully walked into the town from the hotel (25mins) and took taxi home after dinner which worked well. Excellent supermarket nearish to the hotel.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A beautiful little town, with one of the best restaurants, (at the top of the hill, close to the cathedral), that I have ever eaten in - anywhere. A bit touristy but hey - we're tourists!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Ostuni town was charming, rest of area was very average

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Hilly and lots of steps

5/5 - Excellent

Nelly

Beautiful white washed city to wonder through in the evening.

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