What to do in Alberobello – the Trulli town in Italy
Want to know what to do in Alberobello, the trulli town in the boot of Italy? From the best things to do and where to eat well, this guide covers it all.
Alberobello, made me trulli happy! ?
You may not have heard of this cute hidden fairytale village as it’s one of the lesser-explored areas among tourists making it so unique. It’s known for its cone-shaped homes called Trullo. You can even stay in these famous little buildings in Italy which is an experience like no other!
I traveled here solo and rented a car taking it all over the Puglia region to 8 different stops! You can read about the other places I went here on my 8-day road trip through Puglia. It isn’t super hard to drive around and it’s proof as I’m still alive.
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How long to stay in Alberobello
You can easily spend a few hours in Alberobello as it’s a small village. 4 hours should be all you need! However, it is a magical experience if you stay overnight in a trullo!
Where to stay in Alberobello
🏨 Read my full guide on the best places to stay in the Puglia region!
When I went, I stayed in Locorotondo as my base and drove to the town which only took 15 minutes! There are many parking lots right before you enter the town. I parked here. It was 6 euros for the day.
I had the most incredible stay in Locorotondo at a family farm that has been around for generations. It was called Agriturismo Masseria Aprile. I stayed in a unique trullo, a cone-shaped building made of stone. Stefania and Anna will make you feel like you’re part of the family. They were the kindest people ever and made my stay so great.
However, if you’d like to stay in Alberobello itself, I’d recommend these places:
Grandi Trulli Bed & Breakfast: Prices start at around £85 which is pretty affordable for Italy. It’s conveniently located right next to the Trullo Church of St. Anthony.
Astra: If you have a bigger budget you can stay in this beautiful Trullo for £130/night.
What to do in Alberobello
I would say just wander as you don’t really need a big itinerary. It’s magical just to see the cute Trulli everywhere.
There are two main areas to explore. One is a bit more touristy than the other and that is the Rione Monti quarter. This is where you will find the main stretch of trulli (you can find over 1,000!) and lots of shops you can pop into for souvenirs.
However, if you’re like me, you will enjoy the less touristic scene more. If you head over to Rione Aia Piccola, you will find very quiet streets which is more residential. I really loved wandering around and seeing all the cute cone-shaped homes here!
Pro tip: in many of the shops you will see a sign saying “casolare panoramica” which means panoramic cottage. This means there is a view above the shop where you can see all the cute trulli dotted across the town. I am a sucker for views and this is one to not be missed. You only need to buy something small (even a water) from the shop to venture up!
This was the view I saw:
Best places to eat in Alberobello
Orecchiette: This pasta is typical in the Puglia region. It got its name due to its ear-like shape.
Pasqualino: This is a traditional sandwich made with rosetta bread. Inside you will find tuna, capers, salami, and cheese.
Bombette di Alberobello: This is a roll made with pork and filled with caciocavallo cheese, salami, salt, pepper, and parsley.
Places to eat:
La Pagnottella: This is where you can try the Pasqualino sandwich.
Casa Nova Il Ristorante: Here you may try the Orecchiette pasta.
Trattoria Terra Madre: Try the artichoke and the ricotta crumble cake!
How to get to Alberobello
The closest airport is Bari Airport. From there, you will likely need to drive to Alberobello as public transport is limited. It is not impossible without a car, but will be more convenient for you especially if you’re visiting other small towns or staying in a masseria farm stay in the countryside.
I use Discover Cars to rent a car and it provides the cheapest rates by comparing different rental agencies. You can also read my full blog post here on renting a car in Puglia!
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I hope you enjoyed this guide on things to do in Alberobello – please let me know of your experience in the comments below!
