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Things to see in Castellana Grotte (Italy): 29 places and when to go
Castellana Grotte is a town in Italy, and this site lists 29 places in and around it, mainly History (7), Nature (5), Temples (5). The best known are Alberobello, Gnatia and Castellana Caves. The best time to come is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 14 h 55 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 05. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Italy · 40.8819, 17.1607
- Places
- 29 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (7) · Nature (5) · Temples (5) · Museums and art (5) · Hiking (3) · With kids (3)
- Best time
- March to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to February and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- NAP Napoli, 242 km as the crow flies
What to see in Castellana Grotte
The places in and around Castellana Grotte, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- AlberobelloItalian comune13 km
- GnatiaArchaeological site in Italy19 km
- Castellana CavesKarst cave system located in Castellana Grotte, Italy1.2 km
- Monopoli CathedralChurch building in Monopoli, Apulia, Italy14 km
- Marchione CastleCastle in Conversano, Italy4.0 km
- Santi Medici Cosma e DamianoChurch building in Alberobello, Italy12 km
- Monte Sannace Archeological ParkArchaeological site in Gioia del Colle, Italy17 km
- San BenedettoCistercian nunnery in Conversano, Italy10 km
- Grotta del TrulloNature5.1 km
- National Archaeological Museum, Gioia del ColleItalian museum22 km
- Museo Casa PezzollaMuseum in Italy13 km
- Santa Maria La GrecaTemples4.7 km
- Church of Santa Maria Assunta di BarsentoChurch in Noci, Italy8.8 km
- National Archaeological Museum of EgnatiaArchaeological museum in Fasano, Italy19 km
- Museo della Casa alla FasaneseMuseum in Fasano, Italy17 km
- Brasserie d'AvrilBrewery14 km
- Cammino di Don Tonino - Tappa 6Hiking9.3 km
- Cammino di Don Tonino - Tappa 7Hiking6.7 km
- Cammino di Don Tonino - Tappa 8Hiking9.7 km
- Cantina Soc. Coop. Pietro TauroWinery13 km
- Grotta Chiar di lunaSea cave in Polignano a Mare, Italy14 km
- Grotta di SellaSea cave in Polignano a Mare, Italy14 km
- GrottoneSea cave in Polignano a Mare, Italy14 km
- Il Parco dei DinosauriWith kids1.2 km
And the other 5, by what you come to do:
- With kids: Indiana Park, Planetarium Show
- Museums and art: Museo Speleologico "Franco Anelli"
- History: Palazzo Marchesale Moles Venusio, Relais Masseria Serritella
When to go to Castellana Grotte
The best time to visit Castellana Grotte is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:23
- FebPossible10:26
- MarBest time11:40
- AprBest time13:06
- MayBest time14:17
- JunBest time14:55
- JulPossible14:40
- AugPossible13:38
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:53
- NovPossible9:40
- DecPossible9:05
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 55 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 05. In April, 29 of the 29 places are at their best.
When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Castellana Grotte
The nearest main airport is Naples International Airport (NAP, Napoli), 242 km as the crow flies. How to get around Italy (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Italy, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Castellana Grotte?
The best known: Alberobello, Gnatia, Castellana Caves, Monopoli Cathedral, Marchione Castle. In all, 29 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Castellana Grotte?
March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 14 h 55 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 05.
How do you get to Castellana Grotte?
The nearest main airport is Naples International Airport (NAP), 242 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Castellana Grotte as the destination and these 29 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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