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Conversano Private Tour: the history of ancient Norba

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| Bari, Italy
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Overview

Start your journey at Piazza della Conciliazione, an elegant square dominated by the Castle of the Counts Acquaviva d’Aragona, the medieval symbol of Conversano. Admire the red-brick structure, the corner towers with battlements, the entrance gate, and the cylindrical keep, all testifying to noble power and history.

Continue to the Monastery of Saint Benedetto, featuring a Baroque bell tower and a medieval cloister decorated with Romanesque mullioned windows and finely carved capitals. A second cloister houses the Civic Museum with artifacts ranging from prehistory to the Roman era.

Stroll through the historic center of Conversano, with its cobblestone streets, hidden courtyards, and noble palaces, discovering local stories and traditions along the way.

End your tour at the Cathedral of Saint Maria Assunta, a masterpiece of Apulian Romanesque architecture, featuring a gabled façade, three naves, decorated capitals, a wooden crucifix, and the icon of the Madonna della Fonte.

What's Included

  • Discover the Monastery of San Benedetto and its cloisters
  • Stroll through the picturesque streets of the historic center of Conversano
  • Visit the Cathedral of Saint Maria Assunta
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    Piazza della Conciliazione
    8, 70014 Conversano BA, Italy

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    Cattedrale di Conversano

    The Cathedral of Saint Maria Assunta in Conversano is one of the finest examples of Apulian Romanesque architecture. Built between the 11th and 12th centuries and later modified, it features a simple gabled façade with three portals and a central rose window. The interior has three naves divided by columns with finely carved capitals decorated with vegetal, zoomorphic, and symbolic motifs of Byzantine influence. Despite transformations and damage over time, the cathedral still preserves important artistic and devotional elements that reflect its historical and spiritual significance.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Castello Aragonese

    The Castle of the Counts Acquaviva d’Aragona in Conversano is a majestic medieval fortress overlooking the town’s historic center. Of Norman origin, it was extensively transformed between the 15th and 16th centuries by the Acquaviva d’Aragona family, becoming both a noble residence and a defensive structure. The castle is characterized by its massive stone walls, corner towers, and cylindrical keep ( external visit )
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Centro Storico Conversano

    The historic center of Conversano is a fascinating maze of cobblestone streets, stone arches, and noble palaces that tell centuries of history. Enclosed within ancient medieval walls, it preserves an authentic and intimate atmosphere, where Romanesque churches, hidden courtyards, and small quiet squares alternate. The town offers a picturesque journey through medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture, immersed in the heart of the most historic and genuine Apulia.
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    45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Monastero di San Benedetto

    The Monastery of Saint Benedetto in Conversano is one of the city’s most important religious complexes. Founded in the medieval period and dedicated to Saint Benedict of Nursia, it was for centuries a powerful female monastic center. The complex is distinguished by its Baroque bell tower and its evocative cloisters, where Romanesque elements coexist with later Renaissance and Baroque additions. Today it also houses the Civic Museum, which preserves archaeological finds and historical evidence of the area, from prehistory to the Roman era.
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Conversano Private Tour: the history of ancient Norba?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Conversano Private Tour: the history of ancient Norba?
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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
    A:
    The following is included:
    • Discover the Monastery of San Benedetto and its cloisters.
    • Stroll through the picturesque streets of the historic center of Conversano.
    • Visit the Cathedral of Saint Maria Assunta.
    • Admire the imposing Castle of the Counts Acquaviva d’Aragona ( external visit ).
    • Private walking tour of Conversano with licensed tour guide.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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    There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

    Apr 2025
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    If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

    If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

    Apr 2025
    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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    Accessibility information for the Conversano Private Tour: the history of ancient Norba is as follows:

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    Apr 2025
    Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Conversano Private Tour: the history of ancient Norba will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

     

     

    Mar 2024
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    Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

    Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

    If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Discover the Monastery of San Benedetto and its cloisters
    • Stroll through the picturesque streets of the historic center of Conversano
    • Visit the Cathedral of Saint Maria Assunta
    • Admire the imposing Castle of the Counts Acquaviva d’Aragona ( external visit )
    • Private walking tour of Conversano with licensed tour guide

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

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