Alberobello is the capital of the trulli, the round, dry-stone houses with conical roofs typical of central Apulia. Its two trulli districts form a unique townscape, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996.
Why visit Alberobello
To see one of the most unusual towns in Italy. Walking through streets lined with hundreds of white trulli, some with symbols painted on their roofs, is an unforgettable experience, especially early in the morning or at sunset.
Top things to do in Alberobello
Rione Monti
The largest trulli district, climbing a hillside with around a thousand trulli, many now shops, cafés and guesthouses.
Rione Aia Piccola
A quieter, more residential district where trulli are still lived in.
The Trullo Sovrano
The only two-storey trullo in town, now a small museum showing traditional life.
The Church of Sant’Antonio
A church built in trullo style, with a conical dome, at the top of Rione Monti.
The Itria Valley
Locorotondo, Martina Franca, Cisternino and Ostuni are all within about half an hour, among vineyards and countryside trulli.
Best time to visit Alberobello
Spring and early autumn are ideal. In summer the town is busy with day-trippers at midday, so stay overnight and explore in the early morning or evening.
Getting to and around Alberobello
Bari airport is about an hour away by car. The Ferrovie del Sud Est railway links Alberobello with Bari. The centre is compact and best seen on foot; a car is useful for the valley.
What to eat in Alberobello
Itria Valley cooking: orecchiette, bombette (stuffed meat rolls), capocollo from Martina Franca, fresh cheeses and white wines from Locorotondo.
Alberobello FAQ
Can you sleep in a trullo?
Yes: many trulli in and around town have been converted into rooms and holiday homes.
How long do I need in Alberobello?
Half a day for the trulli districts; one night lets you enjoy them without the crowds.
