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Italian is the official language in Bari. English is spoken in many tourist-oriented businesses and hotels. Learning basic Italian phrases like "grazie" (thank you) and "prego" (please/you're welcome) will enhance your experience.

The best time to visit Bari is late spring (April-May) or early autumn (September-October) for pleasant weather and fewer crowds. Summer brings hot temperatures perfect for beaches, while winters are mild but can be rainy.

Italy uses the Euro (EUR). Credit cards are widely accepted at hotels and restaurants, though smaller establishments may prefer cash. ATMs are readily available throughout the city centers and heavily trafficked areas.

Popular day trips from Bari include Alberobello's trulli houses, the cave city of Matera, and the coastal town of Monopoli. Daytrip makes it easy to explore the region on your own schedule.

Puglia (Apulia) is famous for its unique trulli stone houses, excellent olive oil production, fresh seafood, baroque architecture in Lecce, and beautiful beaches along both the Adriatic and Ionian coasts. The region produces exceptional wines and traditional orecchiette pasta.

Don't miss orecchiette pasta with cime di rapa (turnip tops), focaccia barese (local flatbread), fresh burrata cheese, and seafood dishes like crudo di ricciola. Puglia produces excellent wines including Primitivo and Negroamaro varieties.

Bari is generally safe for travelers, though like any port city, use caution in certain areas at night. The historic old town and main tourist areas are well-patrolled. Keep valuables secure and be aware of your surroundings.

Bari Karol Wojtyla Airport (BRI) is located about 5 miles (8 km) northwest of the city center. It serves as the main gateway to Puglia with connections to major European cities and domestic Italian destinations.