Bari Vecchia gets missed in most Puglia itineraries other than a stop off for the airport. For sure it’s not up there in wow factor with the likes of the nearby white-washed hill towns in the Valle d’Itria of Alberabello, Locorotondo, Ostuni and Martina Franca, or the sensational and Matera. But Baris’ old town (Bari Vecchia) is really cool to wander round and definitely worth half a day.
For a full list of the highlights of Puglia and to see a recommended week-long itinerary, see A week in Puglia.