Gallipoli in Puglia, Salento
Puglia · Salento · Ionian coast · Gallipoli

Gallipoli

A seaside city with urban beaches, long sandy shores, a historic centre on an island, harbour, castle and sunsets over the Ionian Sea.

The historic city and the beaches of the Ionian Sea

Gallipoli extends between the modern town and the historic centre built on a limestone island connected to the mainland by a bridge.

The coastline includes Spiaggia della Purità, the seafront, Lido San Giovanni and Baia Verde, continuing south towards Punta della Suina.

Municipality Gallipoli · Province of Lecce
Coast Ionian coast
Landscape Sandy beaches, historic centre, harbour and natural park

Discover Gallipoli

The island old town, urban beaches, castle, harbour and southern coast.

The beautiful city

The name Gallipoli is traditionally linked to the Greek Kale Polis, meaning beautiful city. Its position on the sea supported harbour and trading activities over the centuries.

The historic centre preserves churches, courtyards, palaces and walls overlooking the sea, while the modern town developed on the mainland.

From Purità to Baia Verde

At the foot of the old town walls lies Spiaggia della Purità, a small free beach in the heart of the city.

Heading south you encounter the seafront, Lido San Giovanni and Baia Verde, with sandy beaches, generally shallow water, free stretches and beach establishments.

Castle, harbour and natural landscape

Gallipoli Castle stands at the entrance to the historic centre and is almost entirely surrounded by the sea.

Farther south the territory includes the Isola di Sant’Andrea and Punta Pizzo Coast Regional Natural Park.

Where Gallipoli is

On the western Ionian coast of Salento, between Rivabella and Punta della Suina.

Gallipoli Gallipoli · Province of Lecce
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Approximate coordinates: 40.0528, 17.9956

Beaches and places in Gallipoli

Urban beaches, southern sandy shores, coastal towers and historic places in the city.

Spiaggia della Purità

The small free beach below the historic centre walls, overlooking the Ionian Sea and Isola di Sant’Andrea.

Grotta del Diavolo

A coastal cave associated with the natural places of the Gallipoli shoreline.

Spiaggia del Lungomare

An urban sandy stretch along Lungomare Galileo Galilei, close to services and the modern town.

Spiaggia di Baia Verde

One of the best-known sandy beaches south of Gallipoli, with shallow water and free stretches alternating with beach clubs.

Torre San Giovanni la Pedata

The coastal tower on the southern seafront, part of the historic defensive system of Gallipoli.

Castello di Gallipoli

The fortress at the entrance to the historic centre, almost entirely surrounded by the sea.

Centro storico e mura urbiche

The old city core developed on the limestone island, enclosed by walls and rich in churches, courtyards and historic palaces.

🛏️ Where to stay in Gallipoli

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🚤 Tours and experiences

Boat trips, tours and useful activities to experience the area.

Paguro Tour Gallipoli

Boat excursions

Riviera Armando Diaz, 91, 73014 Gallipoli LE

+39 377 313 2795
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🍽️ Where to eat

Restaurants and local venues: all verified or featured businesses plus 7 standard listings rotated daily.

Osteria Briganti

Seafood, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine

Via Antonietta De Pace, 107, 73014 Gallipoli LE

+39 0833 261166
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Angolo Blu

Seafood, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine

Via Cesare Muzio, 45, 73014 Gallipoli LE

+39 0833 261500
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Ristorante DolceVita

Salento, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine

Corso Roma, 143, 73014 Gallipoli LE

+39 0833 264040
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Il Pettolino Gallipoli

Seafood, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine

Riviera Nazario Sauro, 57, 73014 Gallipoli LE

+39 366 335 1909
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Al Pescatore Restaurant

Seafood, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine

Riviera Cristoforo Colombo, 39, 73014 Gallipoli LE

+39 0833 263656
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Ristorante Il Ponticello

Seafood, pizzeria, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine

Via Litoranea Santa Maria al Bagno, Rivabella, 73014 Gallipoli LE

+39 335 621 2972
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FRONTEMARE

Restaurant, bar and Mediterranean cuisine

Viale della Fenice, 42, 73014 Rivabella, Gallipoli LE

+39 340 340 5474
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🚗 Car, scooter and bike rental

Mobility services for exploring the coast and inland areas.

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📅 Events near Gallipoli and across Salento

Local events within 30 km over the next 7 days, patron-saint festivals within 50 km over two months, and major Salento events shown until they end.

Nearby event Zollino TODAY

Scèblasti Food Festival

Zollino hosts its festival dedicated to Scèblasti, the traditional local seasoned bread. The 2026 edition is listed for 28–30 August in Piazza Sant’Antonio.

Piazza Sant’Antonio

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Nearby event Nardò TODAY

Crocevia per lo Ionio 2026

Event in Nardò at Piazza Cesare Battisti, scheduled from 26/08/2026 20:30. Check the listed source for the latest programme updates.

Piazza Cesare Battisti

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Nearby event Nardò TODAY

Sarah Jane Morris & Solis String Quartet

Event in Nardò at Chiostro dei Carmelitani, scheduled from 28/08/2026 21:00. Check the listed source for the latest programme updates.

Chiostro dei Carmelitani

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Nearby event Seclì TOMORROW

Salento Book Festival · Seclì

Event in Seclì at Largo XI Febbraio, scheduled from 29/08/2026 21:00. Check the listed source for the latest programme updates.

Largo XI Febbraio

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Nearby event Cutrofiano THIS WEEKEND

Li Ucci Festival 2026

Event in Cutrofiano at Centro storico e Masseria L'Astore, scheduled from 30/08/2026 09:00. Check the listed source for the latest programme updates.

Centro storico e Masseria L'Astore

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Nearby event Galatina THIS WEEKEND

Servillo / Girotto / Mangalavite · L'anno che verrà

Event in Galatina at Chiostro del Palazzo della Cultura, scheduled from 30/08/2026 21:00. Check the listed source for the latest programme updates.

Chiostro del Palazzo della Cultura

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Nearby event Botrugno UPCOMING

Alex Britti in concerto

Event in Botrugno at Piazza Indipendenza, scheduled from 27/08/2026 21:00. Check the listed source for the latest programme updates.

Piazza Indipendenza

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Patron-saint festival Campi Salentina UPCOMING

Festa di Sant'Oronzo · Campi Salentina

Event in Campi Salentina at Centro cittadino, scheduled from 31/08/2026 12:00. Check the listed source for the latest programme updates.

Centro cittadino

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Major Salento event Lecce

Lecce v Roma · Serie A

Lecce host Roma at the Via del Mare stadium on Monday 31 August 2026 at 18:30, in matchday 2 of the 2026/27 Serie A season.

Stadio Via del Mare

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Nearby event Nardò UPCOMING

Salento Book Festival · Nardò

Event in Nardò at Piazza Cesare Battisti, scheduled from 01/09/2026 20:30. Check the listed source for the latest programme updates.

Piazza Cesare Battisti

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Nearby event Aradeo UPCOMING

Salento Book Festival · Aradeo

Event in Aradeo at Piazzetta SS. Annunziata, scheduled from 02/09/2026 20:30. Check the listed source for the latest programme updates.

Piazzetta SS. Annunziata

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Nearby event Taviano UPCOMING

Salento Book Festival · Taviano

Event in Taviano at Centro cittadino, scheduled from 03/09/2026 20:30. Check the listed source for the latest programme updates.

Centro cittadino

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Nearby event Nardò UPCOMING

Rita Marcotulli · Under 29 but me

Event in Nardò at Giardino Orto Botanico, scheduled from 03/09/2026 21:00. Check the listed source for the latest programme updates.

Giardino Orto Botanico

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Nearby event Galatone UPCOMING

Salento Book Festival · Concita De Gregorio

Event in Galatone at Atrio Palazzo Marchesale, scheduled from 04/09/2026 21:00. Check the listed source for the latest programme updates.

Atrio Palazzo Marchesale

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Patron-saint festival Copertino UPCOMING

Feast of Saint Joseph of Cupertino

Copertino’s main religious and civic patronal celebration traditionally takes place on 17, 18 and 19 September in the historic centre and the city’s main streets. The detailed 2026 timetable will be updated when officially published.

Centro storico

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Frequently asked questions about Gallipoli

Essential answers about the city, beaches, historic centre and beach clubs.

Where is Gallipoli?
Gallipoli is on the western Ionian coast of Salento, in the province of Lecce. Its historic centre stands on an island connected to the mainland by a bridge.
What are the main beaches in Gallipoli?
The best-known beaches include Purità beach, the seafront, Lido San Giovanni and Baia Verde. Farther south are Punta della Suina and Punta Pizzo.
Is Purità beach in the historic centre?
Yes. It is a small public beach at the foot of the historic centre walls, near the Church of Purità.
What is Baia Verde beach like?
Baia Verde is a long sandy section on the southern coast, with clear sea, generally shallow water, public areas and many beach clubs.
What can be seen in Gallipoli besides the beaches?
The historic centre preserves walls, churches, courtyards and palaces. Gallipoli Castle stands at the entrance to the island.
How many private beach businesses appear on the former page?
The former page associates 18 private beach businesses with Gallipoli. All are shown as not yet verified.

Nearby seaside resorts to discover

Continue along the Ionian coast towards Rivabella or Punta della Suina.

Gallipoli · Previous resort

Punta della Suina

Two small sandy bays, low rocks, pine woods and Mediterranean scrub in the natural park south of Gallipoli.

 Gallipoli · Next resort

Rivabella

A resort on the northern coast of Gallipoli, with sandy beaches, pine woods, low rocky shore and the historic Torre Sabea.

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