Car rental in Manduria

Manduria is a town in the province of Taranto famous for the wine of the same name, Primitivo di Manduria and for the possibility of numerous wine tastings. The location is perfect for an out-of-town trip for anyone in Salento or for a stay dedicated to food and wine tourism. To do this, car rental in Manduria is an excellent solution for visiting not only Manduria but also the nearby villages.

Car rental in Manduria

Usually, tourists arrive by public transport (plane, bus or train) but to be able to travel independently; in this case car rental in Manduria is recommended. This service allows you to get the rented car directly to your accommodation (private apartment, b&b, hotel).

Upon departure, to reach the station or the airport you can then take advantage of a convenient and fast shuttle service.

These are the perfect conditions for enjoying a stress-free holiday, without queues and enjoying only the beauty that this area has to offer.

What to see in Manduria

The historic center of Manduria is a true open-air museum and will leave you speechless. Here you can visit Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi, where the imperial palace is located, as well as the Civic Museum, the Jewish Quarter and the Mother Church.

Archeology lovers cannot miss one of the historical places of excellence in Manduria, namely the Archaeological Park. Here are the Messapian walls and the necropolis with 1200 tombs found during excavations in the mid-20th century.

Since the city is known for the excellence of wine, you cannot forget to visit the Museum of Civilization and Primitive Wine. Here you can admire all the objects and tools essential for working with wine and producing it.

With the car rented in Manduria you can also leave to visit the surrounding areas such as San Pietro in Bevagna, a well-known seaside resort. Furthermore, Torre Colimena, a medieval watchtower built by Charles V to protect against Turkish invasions.

Furthermore, the Salina dei Monaci nature reserve, so called because until 1404 it was managed by the Benedictine monks of Aversa.

Today all lovers of this activity will be able to practice birdwatching here.

Where to stay in Manduria

In Manduria there are accommodation facilities suitable for every need and every budget. But above all there are the typical structures of this area, the farms, renovated to offer their customers every comfort.

Among the other facilities in which to stay in Manduria are:

• Masseria Potenti, an elegant and refined structure where you can stay in suites created in the ancient sheepfolds and peasant cottages. Guests can enjoy the private swimming pool or the Arab garden, and taste typical Salento cuisine in the masseria’s restaurant

• Masseria Li Reni is a mid-16th century residence where customers can stay in suites equipped with every comfort, have lunch or dinner at the restaurant and take advantage of the spa and wellness area.

• Masseria Palombara, converted from an old farmhouse built between 1600 and 1800, is located in Oria, a short distance from Manduria, surrounded by olive, almond and palm groves. There is a restaurant, a wine bar, two swimming pools, an archaeological area, a gym room, an open-air cinema, a shop and a small spa.

• Vinilia Wine Resort is an ancient residence from the early 1900s belonging to the Schiavoni family, located among expanses of olive trees and Primitivo. Customers of this resort will be able to choose the accommodation + breakfast + guided tasting of local wines solution..

• Reggio Domizia is an elegant 19th century villa with rooms and suites designed to meet all the needs of its guests. Facilities include a swimming pool, a tennis court, a park and a garden where guests can relax and sunbathe.

• Tenuta Cardinale is a structure on three levels located among expanses of vineyards and olive trees typical of the Mediterranean scrub. Customers will be able to use the private swimming pool, the champagne bar and have wine tastings.