To See and Do

    Gallipoli’s Historic Old City

    Palazzo Salapolis is in the heart of the historic center of Gallipoli, the most charming part of the city, within walking distance of the city’s main historical and cultural attractions. You can visit the Basilica Cathedral of Saint Agata, the adjacent Diocesan Museum, the Castello Angioino, and the Civic Museum, as well as many shops and art galleries you can find along Via Antonietta De Pace.
    Foodies will discover the many typical bars and restaurants in the old city where you can eat fresh fish, and the characteristic fish market at the port where you can buy your own to prepare at home.

    It’s great fun to get lost in the narrow streets of the ancient village, admiring courtyard houses, historic palazzos with facades and balconies to be photographed and then to arrive along the historic border walls overlooking the sea, giving breathtaking views, especially at sunset.

    Boardwalk, Beaches and Beach Clubs

    Not far from Salapolis is the characteristic Purità (Purity) Beach (free and without services), where you can enjoy the sea front. Full service (payment required) beaches and beach clubs are about 3 km away. They can also be reached by bike or by the comfortable apecar taxis available near the bridge (about 100 meters from the property).

    Some of Gallipoli’s beaches that are worthy of note are: Lido Baia Verde, Lido Punta della Suina, Lido San Giovanni and Lido Punta Pizzo. Kilometers of white beaches with crystal clear seas and shallow coastal waters convenient for all ages. There are both free and paid stretches of beach. You can rent sun loungers, umbrellas, and sports equipment at the equipped beach clubs.

    Nearby Gallipoli

    For those who wish to sightsee areas within a few kilometers of Gallipoli, one can visit: Nardò (16 km), Galatina (16 km), Ugento with its marinas (about 20 km), Lecce with its amazing baroque architecture (40 km), Tricase (42 km) Santa Maria di Leuca (46 km), and Otranto (50 km).

    There are many different excursions and itineraries to discover Salento: Pro Loco and other associations in the historic center of Gallipoli can book outings, guided tours and boat tours to discover nearby coasts and coastal caves. One can hire sailing boats, book hiking trails, or visit nearby wineries and olive orchards, etc.