Things to Do in Taranto
Browse handpicked activities, restaurants, beaches and events in Taranto and the surrounding countryside.
West Horse asd
Via Gargiulo, 61, 74123 Taranto TA, Italy
Equestrian center offering horseback riding experiences through Salento's countryside. Suitable for riders of all levels seeking outdoor adventure on horseback.
Esperienze e attivitàGuided tours of Taranto historic centre
Centro Storico di Taranto, 74123
Guided tours to discover the historic center of Taranto organized regularly.
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Torretta Beach
74122 Taranto, Province of Taranto, Italy
A sandy beach with clear waters and natural surroundings, ideal for swimming and relaxation. The shoreline offers a peaceful atmosphere perfect for a coastal escape.
Luoghi e attrazioniBeethoven 200
Concattedrale Gran Madre di Dio, 74123
The Taranto Opera Festival presents 'Beethoven 200' at the Concattedrale Gran Madre di Dio, an event dedicated to the music of the great composer.
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Aragonese Castle
P.za Castello, 4, 74123 Taranto TA, Italia
This fortified castle rises dramatically from the landscape, showcasing Renaissance military architecture and strategic design. Visitors explore its robust walls and historic chambers while enjoying expansive views of the surrounding territory.
Luoghi e attrazioniSuburbass in Tekno Night
Viale Jonio 150, 74123
Evening of Tekno music with artist Suburbass.
Eventi e intrattenimentoGuided tours of Umbertino district in Taranto between past and present
Borgo Umbertino, 74123
Guided tours in the Umbertine district of Taranto between past and present.
Eventi e intrattenimentoXV Edition CulTour Halloween 2026
Centro Storico, 74123
XV edition of CulTour Halloween: a full programme of activities including a parade, music, dancing, trick-or-treating in shops and visits to cultural sites.
Eventi e intrattenimentoRenzo Rubino - Grand Piano Bar
Spazioporto, 74123
Renzo Rubino presents his Gran Piano Bar, an intimate evening where music, new compositions and great classics create an engaging atmosphere.
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Thalassographic Museum-Institute "Attilio Cerruti" - CNR
Via Roma, 3, 74123 Taranto TA, Italia
This marine science museum showcases the research and discoveries of the Adriatic and Ionian seas through exhibits on oceanography, marine biology, and coastal ecosystems.
Luoghi e attrazioniMusic on the Appian Way - Concert in Taranto
MarTA - Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Taranto, 74123
Musical event within the Musica sull'Appia festival.
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Ethnographic Museum "Alfredo Majorano"
Rampa Pantaleo, 74123 Taranto TA, Italia
This ethnographic museum showcases traditional crafts, domestic tools, and everyday objects that reflect the cultural heritage of the Salento region. Visitors discover how local communities lived and worked through carefully preserved artifacts.
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Taranto Underground Spartan Museum
Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 39, 74123 Taranto TA, Italia
This underground museum showcases ancient Spartan artifacts and archaeological finds preserved beneath the city. Explore passages and chambers that reveal the region's classical heritage and maritime history.
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Tarantino Equestrian Center
Via Alberto Sordi, 74123 Taranto TA, Italy
A horseback riding facility offering guided excursions and lessons for riders of all levels. Explore the Puglian countryside on horseback with experienced instructors.
Esperienze e attivitàCulTourHalloween 2026
Info-point di Taranto in Piazza Castello, 74123
15th edition of CulTourHalloween with trick-or-treating, monstrous stories and snacks for children in the historic centre of Taranto. The event includes a guided tour.
Eventi e intrattenimentoKruelty - Closing Party
Sound Department, 74123
Closing party with a DJ set by Kruelty at the Sound Department venue.
EventiItaly - Finland: World Cup Qualifying Play-offs
Stadio Erasmo Iacovone, 74123
Women's football match between Italy and Finland, part of the second round of the World Cup qualifying playoffs.
EventiJACKZONE Closing Party
Viale Jonio 150, 74123
JACKZONE Closing Party with a performance by @frederic.selected. The event will take place at Viale Jonio 150 in Taranto.
EventiMeeting with Master Papier-mâché Craftsman Francesco Invidia
Galleria Comunale c/o Castello Aragonese, 74123
Art and tradition meeting with master papier-mâché craftsman Francesco Invidia, who will illustrate the construction of papier-mâché statues.
Eventi e intrattenimentoGianmarco Carroccia – Emotions: A Journey Through the Songs of Battisti and Mogol
Teatro Orfeo, 74123
A concert-show that stirs the emotions, involves the audience and brings back to life the magic of a repertoire that marked the history of Italian music, dedicated to Lucio Battisti and Mogol.
Eventi e intrattenimentoLa Molinara by Giovanni Paisiello
Teatro Orfeo, 74123
Performance of the opera 'La Molinara' by Giovanni Paisiello at the Teatro Orfeo in Taranto as part of the Taranto Opera Festival.
Eventi e intrattenimentoTaranto by Carriage
Info Point Taranto, 74123
Tour of the city of Taranto aboard a horse-drawn carriage, organized by Info Point Taranto. The activity takes place every Friday from August 7, 2026 to January 8, 2027.
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MuDi - Taranto Diocesan Museum
Vicolo I Seminario, 74123 Taranto TA, Italia
This diocesan museum showcases religious art and sacred objects spanning centuries, housed within a historic building in the heart of the city. Visitors explore paintings, sculptures, and liturgical pieces that reflect the region's spiritual heritage.
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Terra delle Gravine Regional Nature Park
74123 Taranto Province of Taranto, Italy
A regional natural park featuring dramatic limestone canyons and ravines carved through the landscape. Visitors can explore scenic hiking trails, discover Mediterranean flora and fauna, and enjoy panoramic viewpoints.
Luoghi e attrazioniCultural Walk: Taranto and Martina Franca
Basilica di San Cataldo, 74123
Cultural walk organized by the Pro Loco Castellaneta to discover Taranto and Martina Franca, with guided tours and a group lunch.
EventiRigoletto - Taranto Opera Festival
Teatro Orfeo, 74123
Performance of Giuseppe Verdi's opera Rigoletto at the Teatro Orfeo as part of the Taranto Opera Festival.
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Lo Sperone Baio ASD
Via S. Donato, 96, 74123 Taranto TA, Italy
This horseback riding facility offers guided excursions through the countryside, ideal for exploring Salento's rural landscape on horseback.
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Porto Cupo Beach
Via Pesca a Strascico, 74123 Taranto TA, Italy
A sandy public beach with clear waters and natural surroundings. Visitors enjoy swimming and relaxing on this accessible stretch of coastline.
Luoghi e attrazioniLa Bohème - Taranto Opera Festival
Teatro Orfeo, 74123
Giacomo Puccini's La Bohème returns to the stage at the Teatro Orfeo in Taranto as part of the Taranto Opera Festival.
Eventi e intrattenimentoDaniele Tells Daniele - Theatrical Tour
Teatro Orfeo, 74123
Nello Daniele brings to the stage a theatrical show dedicated to his brother Pino Daniele, between songs, words and memories.
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Paleolithic Cave
SP112, 6, 74123 Taranto TA, Italy
An ancient cave showcasing Paleolithic-era archaeological finds and geological formations, offering insight into early human settlement in the region.
Luoghi e attrazioniSupercoppa Women: Roma - Juventus
Stadio Erasmo Iacovone, 74123
Women's football challenge between Roma and Juventus, valid for the Supercoppa Women.
EventiWhen the Dead Spoke
Galleria Comunale, 74123
Narrative, theater and folk music show dedicated to the dead, omens, ghosts and ancient beliefs of Tarantine tradition. Two performances scheduled at 19:00 and 20:30.
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Sanctuary of the Madonna della Salute
Piazzetta Monteoliveto, 74123 Taranto TA, Italy
This shrine dedicated to the Madonna draws pilgrims and visitors seeking spiritual reflection. The sanctuary features religious artwork and a peaceful atmosphere for contemplation.
Luoghi e attrazioniFabio Celenza - "NON ERA L'AI" Tour
Spazioporto, 74123
Fabio Celenza brings to the stage his new tour "NON ERA L'AI", a live experience featuring impossible dubbing, original music and sound surrealism, as part of Cinzella d'Inverno.
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National Archaeological Museum of Taranto
Via Cavour, 10, 74123 Taranto TA, Italia
This archaeological museum houses an extensive collection of artifacts from ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, with particular emphasis on treasures recovered from the Ionian Sea and local excavations.
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