The White City
Ostuni
Rising above a sea of olive trees, Ostuni is a labyrinth of whitewashed houses, stone staircases and narrow lanes overlooking the Adriatic. Come in the late afternoon, wander without a plan and stay as the old town changes colour at sunset.
See
The Historic Centre
Enter the old town and simply get lost among its whitewashed alleys, arches, stairways and hidden courtyards.
Ostuni Cathedral
At the highest point of the old town, the 15th-century cathedral is one of Ostuni’s architectural landmarks.
Arco Scoppa
The elegant arch facing the Cathedral is one of the most recognisable corners of the city.
Piazza della Libertà
The lively heart of Ostuni, dominated by the Column of Sant’Oronzo and surrounded by cafés and local life.
Do
- 01Walk through the historic centre in the hour before sunset, stopping at the panoramic viewpoints over the olive-covered plain and Adriatic.
- 02Have an aperitivo among the stairways and little terraces of the old town.
- 03Explore the artisan boutiques hidden through the historic centre.
- 04Combine Ostuni with an afternoon on the Adriatic coast before returning to town for dinner.
Taste
Orecchiette, fave e cicorie, local cheeses, extra-virgin olive oil, grilled vegetables and traditional Puglian dishes.
Eat
One of Ostuni’s historic addresses, set inside atmospheric stone rooms in the old town. Traditional Puglian cooking in a particularly evocative setting.
Reservations recommended, particularly in summer.
