Lizzano in the province of Taranto: the Civic Museum of Palaeontology and Man, the Primitivo cellars and the beach of Marina di Lizzano.
History
Lizzano lies in the south-eastern coastal belt of the province, between the Primitivo Lands and the sea. It thus unites the wine-growing vocation of the Ionian hinterland with a well-liked stretch of shoreline.
What to see
The Civic Museum of Palaeontology and Man. The town's cultural jewel: it gathers palaeontological finds and evidence of human presence in the territory, offering a glimpse of the Ionian arc's prehistory.
The wine. Lizzano falls within the Primitivo production area and has its own denomination, Lizzano DOC. The territory's cellars offer tastings and visits.
The sea. Marina di Lizzano offers sandy beaches and limpid waters, with equipped lidos and free stretches: a quiet, well-liked spot on the Ionian coast.
Did you know…
- The Civic Museum of Palaeontology and Man holds prehistoric finds from the territory.
- Lizzano has its own wine denomination: Lizzano DOC.
- Marina di Lizzano is a quiet seaside destination on the Ionian coast.
Practical information
| Hours | The museum keeps its own hours: check before visiting. |
|---|---|
| Ticket | Museum for a fee; free beaches and equipped lidos. |
| Accessibility | The centre is easy; the marina is level. |
| Getting there | From Taranto about 30 km towards the south-east. A car is needed. |
Tips for your visit
- Visit the palaeontological museum: a rarity in the provincial landscape.
- Pair a cellar tasting with a day at Marina di Lizzano.