Taranto Travel Guide

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Alternative names: Population: 198.3 thous.Area: 96.47 mi²Elevation: 72 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°28'22"N, 17°14'22"E
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Taranto Top Attractions

Taranto Attractions - What to See and Explore

Taranto offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Taranto Cathedral, Temple of Poseidon, Palazzo Pantaleo, Chiesa di San Domenico Maggiore. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Day trips

Taranto – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Taranto, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Castellana Caves (Castellana Grotte), Castello Normanno-Svevo (Gioia del Colle), Palazzo Lanfranchi (Matera).

  • castellana caves castellana grotte28 milesN
  • castello normanno svevo gioia del colle28 milesNW
  • palazzo lanfranchi matera36 milesW
  • zoosafari fasanolandia25 milesN
  • sassi di matera36 milesW

Best Time To Visit Taranto

Learn when is the best time to travel to Taranto weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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May is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in April, June and August.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January, February and March.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in June and July. Most of it rains in October, November and December.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Taranto?

What is the best time to visit Taranto?

May is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in April, June and August. The highest air temperature is in June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January, February and March.

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