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🚌 Getting around Gallipoli from Corso Italia 36

Staying at Corso Italia 36 in Gallipoli means enjoying a strategic location, combining the lively city center with easy access to public transportation. This central location significantly reduces the need for a car, allowing you to experience the city and Salento efficiently and relaxingly.

I. Getting Around the City: On Foot, Bike, and Scooter

The location of Corso Italia 36 makes most daily activities accessible with a short walk or by agile transport.

• On Foot: The Preferred Means of Transport
• Downtown and Shopping: The famous Corso Roma, the heart of shopping and nightlife, can be reached in just a few minutes.
• Historic Center: The charming Isola Antica can be reached with a 10-15 minute walk.
• Services: Supermarkets, banks, pharmacies and restaurants are within easy reach.
• Bike and Scooter Rental (Recommended for Quick Travel)
• To cover intermediate distances, such as reaching the nearby beaches (Lido San Giovanni) or exploring the streets of the new city, a bicycle or scooter are ideal.
• Nearby Rental Point: A convenient bike and scooter rental point is available at Via Alessandro Manzoni 5, a short distance from Corso Italia 36.

II. Regional Connections: Car, Bus, and a Tip on the Train

For those arriving from Lecce or wanting to explore Salento, choosing the right vehicle is essential.

• Important: The train is not the ideal means of transport
• Although the Gallipoli FSE station is very close (a 10-15 minute walk), the Ferrovie del Sud Est (FSE) line is a local line with limited frequencies, especially out of season or on holidays. Train is the least recommended way to reach Gallipoli from Lecce or to explore Salento, due to its slowness and the need for transfers. Direct buses or car are preferred.
• Long-distance Buses and Salento by Bus
• National Buses: They often offer the most direct connection from major Italian cities, arriving centrally in Gallipoli.
• Salento by Bus (Summer): During the summer, these provincial lines are essential for easily reaching the most popular coastal resorts (e.g., Otranto, Santa Maria di Leuca) without the stress of driving.

III. Arrival from Far Away: Airports and Private Garages

• Brindisi Airport (BDS) - 85 km: We recommend renting a car directly at the airport.
• Bari Airport (BRI) - 205 km: We recommend renting a car directly at the airport.
• If you don't want to rent a car, we recommend visiting www.omio.it to find buses and trains.
• The Garage Advantage: The Residence at Corso Italia 36 includes a private garage. If you choose to rent a car, you'll be guaranteed safe and free parking, solving Gallipoli's main problem during high season.

🔑 In Conclusion

Staying at Corso Italia 36 allows you to choose the most suitable means of transport: a car in the garage for regional tours; a rental bike/scooter for quick access to the beaches; or simply walk to experience the heart of Gallipoli.

Relying on the train alone is not recommended.

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🛒 Commercial and Food Services

The neighborhood is equipped with everything you need for daily shopping and more:

• Supermarkets and Discount Stores: In the immediate vicinity of Corso Italia and the surrounding streets are several supermarkets and discount stores (such as Coop, Dok, Famila, etc.), guaranteeing a wide selection of groceries.
• Retail Stores: Located in a central area of the city, it's easy to access Delizie del Borgo minimarkets, bakeries, butchers, and typical Salento grocery stores.
• Shopping: The adjacent Corso Roma is the main shopping street and evening stroll, offering a wide variety of clothing, shoe, souvenir shops, and boutiques.



🍽️ Catering and Entertainment

The area offers many opportunities for eating and relaxing:

• Bars and Pastry Shops: Numerous bars and pastry shops are located along Corso Italia and Corso Roma, ideal for breakfast, aperitifs, or a quick coffee. Bar Tyche and Bar Parioli are also popular.
• Restaurants and Pizzerias: There is a good choice of restaurants offering both local Salento cuisine and more international options, within easy walking distance.

🏦 Essential and Institutional Services

The presence of important services makes the area very functional:

• Banks and ATMs: There are several branches of major banking institutions (such as BPER Banca on Corso Italia, Banca Popolare Pugliese, Unicredit, Intesa Sanpaolo on Corso Roma), with active ATMs.
• Pharmacies: Several pharmacies are located along or in the immediate vicinity of Corso Roma, providing healthcare.
• Post Offices: The main Post Office is usually well located in the central area.

In short, staying near Corso Italia means you'll have the convenience of having all the main services within easy reach, minimizing the need to use your car for daily errands.

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Where to go to the seaside?

The beaches of Gallipoli are renowned for their beauty, featuring long stretches of white sand, crystal-clear sea with shallow waters, and a lively atmosphere, making them among the most popular in Salento.

They are mainly divided into two categories:

1. Equipped Lidi (Beach Resorts)

These offer all the comforts needed for a relaxing and fun day at the beach: umbrella and sun lounger rentals, bars, restaurants, showers, restrooms, and often music and aperitifs at sunset.

• Baia Verde: The most iconic and popular area, especially among young people. It is home to some of the most famous beach clubs, where events and parties are also held:
• Zen Beach
• Sunset at Lido 🌈
• Samsara Beach (famous for its dancing aperitifs)
• Punta della Suina: An enchanting beach surrounded by nature, with a combination of sand and cliffs, and a sea of Caribbean hues. From the same parking lot, you can access the Punta della Suina beach and G Beach, which offer basic amenities.
• Rivabella and Lido Conchiglie: Located north of Gallipoli, they are ideal for families or those seeking a slightly quieter environment than Baia Verde. They offer beach resorts like Lido Rivabella.
• Spiaggia della Purità: The only beach in the historic center, very characteristic, overlooking the island of Sant'Andrea and frequented mainly by residents.

It's advisable to book equipment, especially in August, through platforms like Spiagge.it.

2. Free Beaches

Gallipoli also offers several stretches of free beach for those who prefer a more natural or affordable experience. The largest areas are located:

• Between one beach resort and another along the Baia Verde coast.
• In the Foggi area, north of the city.
• Near Punta Pizzo, a protected natural area to the south.

Helpful Advice

When choosing, keep in mind that the Ionian coast of Gallipoli is famous for its sand, while to the south, towards Punta Pizzo, there are also stretches of low cliffs, ideal for those who love snorkeling and a more rugged environment. Ionian Coast (West Side)

Known for its beaches of fine white sand and shallow, crystalline seabeds, often compared to Caribbean landscapes, it is ideal for families and for those seeking comfort and services.

• Maldives of Salento (Marina di Pescoluse): Famous for its pure white sand and turquoise sea, this is one of the most popular. It offers well-equipped beaches like Le Cinque Vele and large public stretches.
• Punta Prosciutto: Characterized by wild dunes and crystal clear waters, this beach is appreciated for its natural beauty and Caribbean colors.
• Torre Lapillo and Porto Cesareo: Long sandy beaches with numerous bathing establishments and clear waters.
• Gallipoli (Baia Verde and Punta della Suina): Lively areas, perfect for young people, with renowned beaches like Zen Beach and a vibrant nightlife.

Adriatic Coast (East Side)

Characterized by a more varied landscape, alternating sandy stretches with spectacular cliffs and hidden coves, it offers wilder and more breathtaking scenery.

• Torre dell'Orso: An enchanting bay sheltered by a pine forest, famous for its "Le Due Sorelle" sea stacks rising from the sea. There are both private beach clubs like I Caraibi del Salento and public beaches.
• Baia dei Turchi: Near Otranto, it is a fine sandy beach surrounded by Mediterranean scrub, part of the Alimini Lakes Protected Oasis.
• Porto Badisco: A picturesque rocky cove with a small stretch of beach, known for its deep waters and ideal for snorkeling.
• Porto Selvaggio: A nature reserve with a pebble beach nestled between pine trees and cliffs, ideal for those seeking tranquility and unspoiled nature.

Helpful Tips

• High season: The most popular beaches can be very crowded in August; it's advisable to arrive early in the morning or book your equipment online through platforms like Spiagge.it.
• Wind: Salento is often windy. The Ionian side is usually best with northerly winds, while the Adriatic side is more sheltered with sirocco winds.
• Choice: The choice between sandy beaches and cliffs depends on the type of experience you desire: relaxation and comfort on the Ionian coast, adventure and wild nature on the Adriatic coast.