Natural Attractions
Brindisi is home to aesthetically pleasing beaches and nature parks. Be sure to bathe in the sun at Guna and Azzuro beach or visit the Parco Urbano Del Cillarese Park.
Brindisi, a small coastal city in Southern Italy, is a hidden treasure. It is home to just below 90,000 people. The city has grown in popularity since the discovery of its rare archaeological collections and history. The quiet beauty also boasts a gorgeous coast lined by sand dunes and amazing beaches such as Lido Azzurro and Guna beach.
Cheap flights to Brindisi are now available for a limited period of time, prepare to treat yourself to the incredible Italian food and some of the exquisite wine the city has to offer! The local airport that serves the area is the Brindisi Airport (BDS), which is a 10-minute drive from the city centre. Brindisi Airport serves many airlines, including Alitalia and Swiss International Air Lines. Popular international flights depart from Cape Town and Johannesburg. Flight duration from Johannesburg to Brindisi is approximately 17 hours.
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Brindisi is home to aesthetically pleasing beaches and nature parks. Be sure to bathe in the sun at Guna and Azzuro beach or visit the Parco Urbano Del Cillarese Park.
Fresh vegetables, cheese, seafood, pizzas and pastas, how could you say no? This coastal city centred in the midst of a prominent wine region has incredible discoveries in store.
Popular for its well preserved and beautiful infrastructure, Brindisi is home to incredible sites for tourists to visit. These sites include the Palazzo Granafei-Nervegna museum and Duomo Cathedral.
Essential details you need to know before your trip
Country | Italy |
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Currency | Euro |
Exchange Rate | 1 ZAR = 0.073 EUR |
Language | Salentino |
Hub Airport | Brindisi Airport |
Airline | Alitalia |
Time Zone | GMT +01:00 |
Travel Adaptor | Type C, F or L |
Sightseeing and discovering Brindisi city on foot in the warm Mediterranean climate will be a pleasant and authentic experience. The months between April and November are the best months to visit the city if you want to enjoy the summer days on the white sandy beaches. Annual events such as the Feast of San Teodoro and the Procession to the beach of San Lorenzo which both take place in the first week of September will allow you the opportunity to submerge yourself in the city’s unique culture.
Average temperature (°C) & rainfall (mm) per month
Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Low (°C) | 6°C | 6°C | 8°C | 10°C | 14°C | 18°C | 20°C | 20°C | 18°C | 14°C | 10°C | 8°C |
High (°C) | 13°C | 13°C | 15°C | 18°C | 23°C | 27°C | 29°C | 29°C | 26°C | 22°C | 18°C | 14°C |
Rainfall (mm) | 65 | 64 | 70 | 38 | 31 | 20 | 14 | 26 | 49 | 73 | 79 | 69 |
Be welcomed by the white sandy beaches and blue waters of the small Italian city of Brindisi. This coastal gem offers many historic and religious tourist sites to explore such as the Roman columns of Brindisi located in the city’s port and the Duomo Cathedral.
Brindisi is also a great place to indulge in the fresh and flavourful Italian cuisine. The local passion for good food is evident especially at the annual Feast of San Teodoro. The candle lit event usually includes food stands, music and fireworks to enjoy. With the city centred in a wine region, you will also be able to enjoy the best wines served in Brindisi.
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South African passport holders travelling to Brindisi need a Schengen Visa to enter Italy. Depending on your city of residence you will either have to apply in person at the Italian Embassy in Pretoria, South Africa or online with visa handling agency Copago.
Ensure that you have enough time for processing and that your passport is valid for 3 months after your departure from Itlay. Also, make sure that you have 2 blank pages available for entry stamps. Passports may not be older than 10 years.
Italian Embassy Address: 796 George Avenue, 0083 Arcadia Pretoria, South Africa Tel: (+27) 12 423 000
Before travel, ensure that all your routine vaccines are updated. These include your MMR vaccine, Diphtheria Tetanus Pertussis vaccine, Chickenpox and Polio vaccines and yearly Flu shot.
Brindisi is a fairly safe city. You are advised to practice normal safety precautions with your valuables and what you eat and drink.
Item | Cape Town | Johannesburg | Brindisi |
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Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant | R 100.00 | R 100.00 | R 165.00 |
Domestic Beer (0.5 litre draught) | R 25.00 | R 25.00 | R 41.00 |
Cappucino (regular) | R 19.00 | R 19.00 | R 15.00 |
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | R 10.00 | R 10.00 | R 15.00 |
Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) | R 39 | R 39.00 | R 72.00 |
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