Taranto is not just a port, but a strategic hub of rare beauty , awarded the prestigious “Destination of the Year” award at the 2022 Seatrade Cruise Awards. Its historic center, set on an island suspended between two seas, is the ideal starting point for exploring the wonders of Puglia and neighboring Basilicata. A port of call that has already won the trust of the most prestigious companies in the luxury and upper premium segments, offering passengers total immersion in the authenticity of the South.
The roots of the Acropolis:
Walk through the streets of the historic center admiring the imposing Doric Columns.
The splendor of the MARTA
A must-visit is the National Archaeological Museum in Taranto, home to the famous fine gold jewelry and the tomb of the first Olympic athlete in history.The secrets of stone
Explore the picturesque “land of ravines,” discovering the ancient cave dwellings and hidden churches in the towns of Massafra, Mottola and Castellaneta.
The magic of the Itria Valley
A journey with a slow pace in a landscape dotted with olive trees and ancient dry stone walls. Here you can admire the famous trulli of Alberobello (a UNESCO world heritage site).
Timeless Villages
Be enchanted by the white charm of Locorotondo and Martina Franca, or discover the historic tradition of ceramics in Grottaglie.
State-of-the-art infrastructure for uncompromising operation.
The port of Taranto is an established hub that stands out for its efficiency, multiple capacity, and ongoing plans for a new passenger terminal. It has already been chosen by players of the caliber of the luxury segment.
Details of Quay
The berths, located a very short distance from the historic center, offer versatility for different classes of ships. The San Cataldo Pier has a 360-meter long East Side (draft 8.5 m) and a 339-meter long West Side (draft 10 m). Calata 1 of 210 meters (draft 7.4 m) is also available.
Facilities
first-class
Taranto Cruise Port provides comprehensive services. The area offers first aid center, AED, GIC, stores, parking, luggage service, shuttle bus and cab station 
Security & Logistics at the Highest Level
The port is ISPS certified and is equipped with passenger and baggage scanners, Security X-Ray, and metal detectors. Ground transportation is facilitated by ample parking for buses and cars, and cab services. Perfect Intermodality
The railway station is only 1.2 km away, providing fast connections on the Taranto-Reggio Calabria line and to Bari/Bologna. The entrance to the A14 Adriatica highway is direct , while the international airports of Brindisi and Bari are 75 km and 90 km away, respectively. Optimized Routes
A positioning that saves time and fuel. From the Taranto port of call it takes only 12 hours (255 nautical miles) , while Corfu can be reached in just 7 hours (160 nautical miles).