Day Itinerary
11 Activities
Day 2
20 mi2 mi
Enjoying Vieste by Land and Sea
Today, you will visit and enjoy Vieste, the most beautiful town of the Gargano Peninsula. You will explore the historical center on foot and take a boat tour to explore the seaside with caves.
0.3 mi
10 min
09:0030 min
Castello Svevo Aragonese
The castle of Vieste is an impressive construction located on the highest point of the town. So, it will give you good views of the area. It was built by Frederic II in 1242.
0.1 mi
5 min
09:4530 min
Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assunta
Walk through the narrow streets of the historical center of Vieste. Visit the cathedral, which is from the 11th century. Inside, there are beautiful paintings, swirling columns and a Latin inscribed altar.
Open Hours: Monday - Sunday: 07:30 - 12:00, 16:00 - 23:00
Open Hours: Monday - Sunday: 07:30 - 12:00, 16:00 - 23:00
0.1 mi
5 min
10:3015 min
Piazzetta Petrone
While you walk through the beautiful town of Vieste don't miss this nice square for beautiful views of the town and the sea.
0.3 mi
10 min
11:0030 min
Museo Malacologico Vieste
Visit this little museum, it showcases countless shells. Kids will love it, and the entrance is free. So, it's definitely worth stepping inside.
Open Hours: Monday-Sunday: 10:00 - 12:00, 17:30 - 20:30
Open Hours: Monday-Sunday: 10:00 - 12:00, 17:30 - 20:30
0.3 mi
5 min
11:4515 min
Trabucco di Punta San Francesco
During your visit of Vieste, go until this point, the end of the land, for beautiful views. There is also a small church nearby.
0.4 mi
10 min
12:1515 min
Scalinata dell'Amore di Vieste
These are the stairs of love with numerous hearts painted on them. On your way back, before having lunch, stop at this staircase for a cute picture.
0.1 mi
5 min
12:451 hr
Gustus
Have lunch at this nice restaurant on the terrace. They have excellent pasta and pizza with local wine.
0.4 mi
10 min
14:003 hrs
Desirèe imbarco Tour Grotte Marine
Take a boat tour with this local travel agency to explore the beauty of Vieste from the sea. This will take you to see some caves and the coastline.
Check their website for more information.
Open Hours: Monday - Sunday: 08:00 - 22:00
Check their website for more information.
Open Hours: Monday - Sunday: 08:00 - 22:00
6.4 mi
15 min
17:151 hr
La Chianca beach
Drive from Vieste to Peschici through the coastal scenic road. You can stop at any beach and viewpoint on the way. This one is a nice one amongst many others.
9.7 mi
25 min
19:002 hrs
Al Trabucco da Mimì
Al trabucco da Mimi is located on a beautiful part of the coastline of the Gargano Peninsula. The restaurant is housed in a trabucco which is a traditional wooden fishing platform, so just the location itself is quite an experience. Go there for sunset and enjoy a craft beer. You will eat the freshest seafood.
It is better to book a table in advance on their website, especially on the weekend.
Open hours may vary, please check them here.
It is better to book a table in advance on their website, especially on the weekend.
Open hours may vary, please check them here.
3.7 mi
15 min
21:1512 hrs 30 min
Hotel Elisa
After a nice day enjoying the seaside, it's time to rest in this hotel in the beachfront. If you have more days in the Gargano, you can go to the Tremiti islands. It takes almost 2 hours to get there by boat from Peschici, so you can do a full-day tour to the islands or even better stay several days there.