Ostuni Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Ostuni

It's impossible to describe the beauty of this corner of the Mediterranean and its hospitality to those who haven't seen it with their own eyes. 

A holiday in Ostuni is a must to discover the beauty of Salento, its territory and the natural and cultural treasures of the white city. Blinding white is the colour of the houses of this picturesque country hamlet near Brindisi. A labyrinth of lanes reminiscent of a kasbah, it is a cluster on the side of a softly sloping hill, with its original nucleus surrounded by characteristic Aragonese towered ramparts. The typical cuisine, surrounding Mediterranean panoramas, customs, and local traditions have recreated a context that is unique in the whole world—one that is absolutely worth discovering. What are you waiting for? Organise your holiday in Ostuni now!

A beautiful fifteenth-century cathedral lies at the historic centre of Ostuni, Santa Maria dell'Assunzione, a national monument since 1902, that stands atop the white city's highest hill. Renovated in the late 1400s after a big earthquake, the cathedral has a majestic façade with three doors topped by the same number of rose windows. The middle one is an authentic triumph of medieval symbolism, with 24 rays formed by columns and arches and the figure of Christ in the centre surrounded by the apostles and seven cherub heads, with the Earth in his hand as a sign of protection. In the form of a Latin cross, the church's interior has three naves separated by 5-column arches. The central nave has three absolutely beautiful eighteenth-century tapestries with scenes from the life of Christ set in the ceiling and fascinating frescoes dedicated to the patron saint, Saint Orontius, and the martyrdom of Saint Blaise. Don't miss the door of the Church of Spirito Santo, either. Dating back to 1450, today it is recognised as a national monument.

The Cavalcade of Saint Orontius is a can't-miss event where horses and horsemen decked out in costumes parade through the historic centre. For the most awaited and important festival in Ostuni, for two days the city hosts a procession, a historic parade, music in the square and fireworks to celebrate the patron saint. In particular, on August 26th, a parade of horses and horsemen festively decked out inaugurate the cavalcade by going down the city streets carrying a papier-mâché statue of Saint Orontius.

Another attraction in Ostuni are its 17 kilometres of coast where sandy coves, rocks, pebble beaches, and dunes covered with Mediterranean maquis trade off. The coast also boasts a nature reserve in the area of Lido Morelli (a long beach with coastal dunes), while going south towards Brindisi there is the Torre Guaceto Nature Reserve too. The coast nearest to Ostuni is the Port of Villanova, where there is a castle that the Duchess Bona Sforza had built. The castle is comprised of three parts with a lighthouse in the middle. Still not convinced? Check out our holiday packages to Ostuni and get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Where to stay in Ostuni

Ostuni Cathedral showing religious elements, heritage architecture and street performance

Ostuni Historic Centre

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Ostuni Historic Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ostuni Cathedral and Piazza della Liberta.

Ostuni Historic Centre
Ostuni a Mare

Ostuni a Mare

4 out of 5
Rosa Marina - C.P. n. 82, Ostuni, BR
The price is ₹20,278 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹20,278
₹22,903 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Ostuni. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Rosa Marina Beach and Torre Canne Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (27 reviews)
"Hotel and staff were amazing. Pool facilities are beautiful. Would highly recommend. Would recommend having a car to visit near by facilities and restaurants"

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2025

Ostuni a Mare
Hotel Monte Sarago

Hotel Monte Sarago

4 out of 5
Corso Mazzini 233, Ostuni, BR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹12,814 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹12,814
₹14,693 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Ostuni. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (234 reviews)
"Nice hotel, slightly out of the old town but only a 10/15 minute walk away. Staff were very helpful especially Maria when booking bus tickets to Alberobello. Breakfast was excellent."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Hotel Monte Sarago
Ostuni Palace Hotel Bistrot & SPA

Ostuni Palace Hotel Bistrot & SPA

4 out of 5
Corso Vittorio Emanuele 218, Ostuni, BR
The price is ₹15,466 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
₹15,466
₹17,613 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Ostuni. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Rosa Marina Beach and Piazza della Liberta are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (131 reviews)
"We had an excellent time The hotel was perfect!"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Ostuni Palace Hotel Bistrot & SPA
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Dama Bianca Boutique Hotel Ostuni

Dama Bianca Boutique Hotel Ostuni

Vico Roberto Ardigò, 21, Ostuni, BR
Stay at this apartment in Ostuni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private plunge pools and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Rosa Marina Beach and Piazza della Liberta ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)
"Great price for the place very clean and nice room."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Dama Bianca Boutique Hotel Ostuni
Borgo del Tempo Ritrovato

Borgo del Tempo Ritrovato

Contrada Foggia di Sauro, SP 63, Ostuni, BR
Stay at this holiday home in Ostuni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Church of San Nicola Patara and Norman Swabian ...
"Die komplette Anlage ist eine Wohlfühloase mitten in der natur, umgeben von Früchten und Tieren, in der man einfach abschalten kann. Alles ist nahezu perfekt und bis ins detail traumhaft organisiert und bedacht. Das Personal ist sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend und die villen sehr sehr sauber! Ich ..."

Reviewed on 8 Sep 2022

Borgo del Tempo Ritrovato
Relais Patriarca

Relais Patriarca

Corso Vittorio Emanuele II 220, Ostuni, BR
Stay at this condo in Ostuni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a garden. Popular attractions Rosa Marina Beach and Piazza della Liberta are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (20 reviews)
"Very responsive and flexible. We had an issue with our room and they immediately took care of it and we were very happy!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2024

Relais Patriarca
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Ostuni

4.5
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 57%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 39%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It cost a lot in the taxi to get there and only merited a half day visit.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lots of restaurant options, mainly small so best to book. We successfully walked into the town from the hotel (25mins) and took taxi home after dinner which worked well. Excellent supermarket nearish to the hotel.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A beautiful little town, with one of the best restaurants, (at the top of the hill, close to the cathedral), that I have ever eaten in - anywhere. A bit touristy but hey - we're tourists!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Ostuni town was charming, rest of area was very average

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Hilly and lots of steps

5/5 - Excellent

Nelly

Beautiful white washed city to wonder through in the evening.

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