Monopolele 2025 is coming! If you are planning your visit to Monopoly to enjoy the festival, here is all the useful information on how to get there, where to stay, and how to get around town.

๐Ÿ“ Where is Monopoli located?

Monopoli is a beautiful seaside town located in Puglia, southern Italy, about 40 km south of Bari.

Monopoli is a city on a human scale, with a livable center that is easy to explore on foot. Even the outlying areas are well connected to the center by shuttles and public transportation, making travel easy and pleasant.

The city consists of three main zones:

  • Medieval Old Town: A maze of alleys, squares and white houses overlooking the sea, with picturesque views and historic monuments. All events will take place in the historic center and nearby Vittorio Emanuele II Square.
  • The Murattian area: Characterized by a rectangular plan and neat avenues, built around the large Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II (“the village”) this is the area built between the 19th and 20th centuries.
  • Modern Area: With wide streets, commercial services and newer residential areas.
    • In particular, it may be particularly convenient for the festival to stay, in addition to the historic center and the Murattiana area, in the area between Via Cadorna, Via Lepanto to Via Giacomo Leopardi, an area very close to Piazza Palmieri (10-15 minute walk) and only 5 minutes from Caffรจ Mezzopieno, where the evening jam sessions will take place. There is also a strategic parking area in this area for those arriving by car.

๐Ÿš† How to Get to Monopoli

โœˆ๏ธ By Air

The nearest airport is Bari Karol Wojtyล‚a (BRI), well connected by domestic and European flights.

  • From the airport to Monopoli:
    • ๐Ÿš† Train: Take the Underground Railway from the airport to Bari Centrale, then a regional train to Monopoli(total duration: about 1h 15min).
    • ๐Ÿš— Car rental: Monopoli can be reached in about 45 minutes by car.
    • ๐ŸšŒ Bus: Direct shuttle services are available in some seasons.

๐Ÿš„ By Train

Monopoli has a central train station, well connected with:

  • Bari Central (30-40 min, trains every 20-30 min)
  • Brindisi (50 min)
  • Lecce (1h 10 min)
  • Rome (5h – high-speed trains with change in Bari)
  • Milan (7-8h, direct trains or with change in Bologna or Bari)

The train station is very close to the Borgo and only a 20-minute walk (leisurely stroll) to the main festival sites.

๐Ÿš— By Car

If you arrive by car:

  • From Bari: 45 minutes on the SS16 southbound.
  • From Brindisi/Lecce: About 1 hour on the SS16 northbound.
  • Parking: Monopoli has public and private parking lots, but traffic may be heavy on festival days. See the specific section below that will be updated in the coming days.

โ›ด๏ธ By Ship (from Greece)

If you come from Greece, you can take a ferry to Bari or Brindisi and continue by train or car.

๐Ÿก Accommodation Options

  • Hotels and B&Bs in the Historic Center ๐Ÿฐ
    • Perfect for fully experiencing the atmosphere of the festival.
    • Within walking distance of major venues.
    • Prices vary according to category.
  • Hotels and B&Bs in the 19th century district ๐Ÿ›๏ธ
    • Excellent alternative to the historic center, with neat avenues and wide spaces.
    • It is within a maximum of a 10-minute walk of the main festival venues.
    • Perfect for those looking for a more modern area but still close to events.
  • Hotels and B&Bs in the area between Via Cadorna, Via Lepanto and Porto Rosso ๐Ÿจ
    • An excellent alternative to the old town and village.
    • Located no more than a 10-15 minute walk from Palmieri Square and an average of 5 minutes from Cafรฉ Mezzopieno, site of the evening jam sessions.
    • Quiet and strategic area, with a nearby parking area useful for those arriving by car.
  • Resorts and Hotels by the Sea (southern area from Porta Vecchia to the Chapter) ๐ŸŒŠ
    • Ideal for those who want to enjoy the festival and also some relaxation on the beach.
    • Transportation will be needed to reach the city center and venues.
  • Vacation Homes and Apartments ๐Ÿ 
    • Great solution for groups of friends or families.
    • Available both in the historic center and in quieter areas.
  • Farmhouses and Masserie in the Surroundings ๐ŸŒฟ
    • Authentic experience immersed in Apulian nature.
    • Perfect for those seeking tranquility after festival days.
    • Transportation needed to reach Monopoli and the festival venues.

๐Ÿ›๏ธ How to Book

You can find accommodations on:

  • Booking.com, Airbnb and similar platforms.
  • Local hotel sites or by contacting the facilities directly.
  • If you are looking for a cheaper option, also check out hostels and guesthouses.

๐Ÿš Parking and Public Transportation

  • ๐Ÿš— Parking: Free and paid parking lots are available in different parts of the city. Some suburban parking lots are connected to the center by a free shuttle service with a 15-minute frequency. For up-to-date information on parking recommended by the city, see www.comune.monopoli.ba.it.
  • ๐ŸšŒ Public Transportation: Monopoli is served by local bus routes that connect the center with the more peripheral areas, including the Capitolo beach area. For schedules and details: busmiccolis.it.
  • ๐Ÿšฒ Bike Rental:
    • Let’s Rent offers bike rentals at special rates for festival participants with the discount code LETSLELE15 (15 percent off). For info and reservations, visit Let’s Rent – Monopoli Bike Rental.

๐Ÿ” Updates coming soon! In the next few days we will post more detailed information about the City’s recommended parking lots and official local shuttle and bus schedules.

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