Brindisi, Italy

Brindisi: airports, things to do and where to stay

Brindisi is an Adriatic port city, where the Roman Via Appia ended and a gateway to the Salento, with a well-sheltered natural harbour.

Brindisi airports

Brindisi, Italy

Brindisi Salento airport is about 3 km from central Brindisi.

Pugliairbus
Buses linking the airport with Brindisi city centre and station, and with other towns in the Salento such as Lecce.
Taxi
Official rank outside arrivals. The ride to the centre of Brindisi takes about 15 min.

Brindisi

The column marking the end of the Via Appia, beside the harbour.

An Aragonese fortress on an island at the harbour entrance, part of the city's defences.

The cathedral and its square in the historic centre, of medieval origin with a Baroque façade.

A 13th-century castle built by Frederick II, now in military use.

Which airport serves Brindisi?

Brindisi is served by Brindisi Salento (BDS).

How far is the airport from central Brindisi?

Brindisi Salento airport is about 3 km from central Brindisi.

How do I get from the airport to central Brindisi?

From Brindisi Salento airport you can take Pugliairbus (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.

What are the must-sees in Brindisi?

Highlights of Brindisi include Colonne romane, Castello Alfonsino, Cattedrale di Brindisi, and Castello Svevo.

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