10 Unmissable Alberobello Attractions & Things to Do

The unique range of enchanting Alberobello attractions draws travellers to this rustic little corner of Italy year after year. 

Whether you’re looking for scroll-stopping photos for your Instagram feed, authentic Italian culinary experiences, or history in the form of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Alberobello has things to do for every type of traveller. 

After spending the week in this charming Puglian city, I’ve put together a quick guide to all of the best Alberobello attractions. The best news is that Alberobello is fairly small and most of its most famous sites can be visited in one day.

However, if your itinerary is not already set, I strongly recommend you stay the night! I’ll go into more detail on that below, but for those in a hurry, here are some of the very best things to do in Alberobello.

For a quick translation before you begin reading, a Trullo is the name for the traditional white stone buildings with a conical roof that can be seen throughout Alberobello. Trulli is the collective term for multiple Trullo buildings. 

Top 10 Alberobello Attractions and Things to Do 

It might sound cliché, but Alberobello really is one of those towns where it’s all about strolling around and soaking up the unique vibe and architecture. 

There aren’t many big-ticket sights as such – it’s more about authentic, local-led experiences and stopping for a coffee in one of the many cafes or panoramic terraces. 

That being said, there are a few Alberobello attractions that you might want to tick off, and I’ve listed them all below along with other unmissable experiences and more unusual things to do. 

1. Stay the Night in a Trullo

While many visit Alberobello just for the day, I firmly believe one of the best things you can do is stay overnight. 

The first few hours of the morning are wonderfully quiet in town, allowing you to wander without the crowds and capture some of the best photos. 

Meanwhile, staying overnight means you also get to experience the magic of Alberobello by night, with Trulli twinkling as far as the eye can see. 

To make the stay more of an experience, you can even stay inside one of the traditional cone-shaped homes, many of which have been lovingly renovated for visitors to the town. 

I recommend:

• Romantic Trulli for swoon-worthy accommodation in the heart of town.  
• Le Alcove for a touch of luxury in traditional trulli suites 
• Naiira Luxury Trullo for a stunning one-bedroom suite with self-catering facilities.

2. Take a Pasta-Making Class 

A pasta-making class is definitely one of the more authentic things to do in Alberobello, typically led by a local in their very own home. 

We tried one that included pasta-making and tiramisu in a traditional trulli and it was one of the highlights of our trip. You can book the experience over lunch or dinner time. 

You’ll get to roll out traditional pasta made with semolina flour into the orecchiette typical of the region – translating to ‘little ears’ because of its unique shape. 

Read the full review of the experience here, or see rates and availability here. 

3. Check out the Trullo Church 

The Trullo of Alberobello are beautiful in their uniformity – over 1000  white and grey stone buildings popping up throughout town like mushrooms on a forest floor. 

The Trullo Church offers something a little different. Right at the top of the Via Monti, at the end of the Trulli Zone, you’ll find this curious cathedral with its conical turrets and a white-washed facade.

It almost looks like someone waved a wand and trullo buildings climbed on top of one another to create this fairy-tale church. 

Unlike most of the Trulli in Alberobello, St. Anthony’s Church is quite modern, having been hastily constructed in 1927. You are welcome to wander inside to see the stone, domed interior and ornate frescos. 

4. Visit the Trullo Siamese

The Trullo Siamese is a little different too, because it’s the only traditional building with two cone-shaped roofs joined up together. 

As the story goes, the home once belonged to twins who fell in love with the same woman. The young woman chose to marry one of the twins, and the men solidified their estrangement by erecting a wall to seal off the two trulli homes.

Nowadays, you can pop inside the Trullo Siamese to visit the small souvenir shop there, but otherwise, there isn’t too much to see. 

5. Visit the Trullo Savarano 

Yet another landmark of the historic Rione Monti quarter is the Trulli Savarano, the only Trullo known to have two livable floors. 

You’ll notice that many of the famous Alberobello attractions are simply trulli that differ from the standard size, shape or history! 

Trullo Savarano also features a small museum inside where you can learn about the wealthy former owners of this trullo ‘mansion’ and get a look into what life was like in the 1700s, when the Trulli of Alberobello were first constructed. 

6. Snap Pictures in the Quieter Side of Town 

Once you have had your fill of the famous Rione Monti district, head over the main pedestrianised street to Aia Piccola. 

This area is more residential than its crowded counterpart, offering more opportunities for photography. 

There are still plenty of Trullo buildings to check out here, and a small plaza with a balcony which offers a panoramic view over the Alberobello rooftops. 

7. Shop for Olive Oil 

If you arrived in Puglia by flying into Bari Airport, you might have seen the vast olive groves stretching for miles in every direction. In fact, the region is often called the breadbasket of Italy, and what better compliment to authentic, homemade bread than rich, virgin olive oil?

Puglia is also known for being one of Italy’s largest olive oil producers, with the local stuff offering an incredible depth of flavour you won’t find on the supermarket shelves back home. 

There are loads of charming little stores selling bottles of liquid gold for you to take home – just be sure to package it up well to prevent any oil spills in your suitcase! 

There’s a great little shop called Oli and Wine which also serves as a bijou bar and makes the perfect spot for an aperitif. They have loads of local wine you can try here too – I recommend the Falangina if you like white. 

If you’d rather not travel with liquids, you can also buy some beautiful ceramic olive oil dispensers to serve as a reminder of your time in Puglia. We got a beautiful blue and white hand-painted one. 

8. Visit the Basilicas

Alongside the Trullo Church (Chiesa a Trullo) mentioned earlier on in this guide, there are a few other interesting religious buildings to visit. 

The Basilica of Saints Cosmas and Damian is a particularly impressive building, with twin bell towers which can be seen poking up through most of Alberobello. 

It is located in Rione Aia Piccola, not far from the Trullo Sovrano.

There is also the smaller Church of Saint Lucia, located right by the panoramic viewpoint at the top of the stairs leading up from Via Indipendenza. As Catholic churches go, this one is not as ornate as most, but worth poking your head into to see an authentic Puglian church.

9. Go on a Guided Walking Tour 

If you want to learn more about the history of Alberobello and the reason why these curious conical homes were originally constructed, a walking tour led by a local is your best bet. 

The one linked here takes you to many of the Alberobello attractions in this list, including the basilica, Trullo Sovrano, Aia Piccola, and the panoramic viewpoint, so it’s great if you’re short on time but don’t want to miss any of the sights. 

We loved taking a guided tour purely for the interesting stories, legends and anecdotes you get to hear about Alberobello from a local who has lived there for generations. It really brings the whole town to life! 

They can even tell you what those curious symbols painted on the conical roofs mean,,,

Book your walking tour here.

10. Visit a Rooftop Terrace 

Blink and you’ll miss them – rooftop terraces in Alberobello are hidden at the back of unassuming souvenir shops! 

Look out for signs that say ‘terraza panoramico’ and head into the shop – you’ll normally need to buy something to access the terrace.

We found one that also had a makeshift bar with a full spritz menu, and enjoyed a stunning drink watching the sunset over the rooftops of Alberobello. 

See the Google Maps location here. 

Bonus: Things to do in Alberobello at Night 

Decided to stay overnight in Alberobello? Great choice! Now you’ll be searching for things to do in Alberobllo at night – and all the best bars and restaurants to visit after dark. 

Whether you want to head out on an aperitivo tour of the town, check out an underground wine bar or sip espresso martinis while you people-watch, my guide to Alberobello nightlife gives you all the insider info. 

**You might also be interested in reading 10 Gorgeous Things to do in Locorotondo, Puglia.**

Alberobello Tips and Things to Note 

• For free Alberobello parking, look for spaces on the side of the road marked in white, or head to the parcheggio libero right by the station. 
• Wear comfortable shoes with a grippy sole. The cobblestone streets have been finely polished over hundreds of years of foot traffic and can be quite slippy, especially when it rains.
• Get there early to avoid the crowds! We noticed a huge influx of tourists around 10 am, so try to avoid before that to have some of the quieter streets to yourself. 
• Try travelling outside the peak summer season for fewer crowds too. We went to Puglia in October and enjoyed gorgeous mellow sunshine and the perfect temperatures for sightseeing.

Alberobello Attractions: FAQs

Is Alberobello worth visiting? 

If you love fairytale landscapes, authentic bars and restaurants, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, then Alberobello is certainly worth visiting.

It might not have the major sites and attractions of larger cities, but it more than makes up for it in cobblestone charm, and is one of the must-visit towns on a Puglia itinerary. 

Where is the best Alberobello parking?

There is a lot of roadside parking on the Aia Piccola side of town if you arrive early enough.

The blue lines indicate paid parking and there are machines for you to pay and display. Free parking spaces are usually a little further out and marked in white. 

The best overflow Alberobello parking is in a large field near the train station marked as parcheggio libero on Google Maps – it’s free to park there but try and bring some change to tip the attendants. It’s about a 10-minute walk to the centre of Alberobello from here. 

Where to stay in Alberobello? 

If you plan to stay in Alberobello, I recommend a traditional trulli accommodation for the full experience. The best ones are:

Romantic Trulli for cosy accommodation in the perfect location. 
Le Alcove for a five-star feeling among traditional architecture.
Naiira Luxury Trullo for a one-of-a-kind Trullo experience. 
Il Gabellota Resort for rural Trulli accommodation with a pool to cool off in. 
Chiancole for a spacious two-bedroom Trullo with a terrace, stylish interiors and kitchen facilities.

How to get to Alberobello from Bari? 

If you rent a car, you can easily get to Alberobello from Bari in about 50 minutes. There are lots of incredible towns and places to visit on a Puglia road trip, so renting a car is definitely worth it in my opinion!

Public transport is a little trickier, but there is a coach that departs a few times a day from Bari Largo Sorrentino Station that takes you directly to Alberobello Bus Station, in the city centre, taking just over an hour. 

Look up times and tickets here. 

You can also get a train from Bari Centrale to Putignano where you can change onto a bus, with the whole journey taking approximately two hours. 

Have more questions about Alberobello and its attractions? Let me know in the comments! I’d love to help plan your trip.