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Foggia, Italy

Foggia is a city and comune (municipality) of Apulia, in Southern Italy, capital of the province of Foggia. In 2013, its population was 153,143.

Type CityPopulation 153,143

Why go

  • Comune in Apulia, Italy.
  • Served by Foggia Gino Lisa Airport (FOG).

History

Foggia is a city and comune (municipality) of Apulia, in Southern Italy, capital of the province of Foggia. In 2013, its population was 153,143. Foggia is the main city of a plain called Tavoliere, also known as the "granary of Italy".

Restaurants & places to go

Bruschetteria - Paninoteca di Mario Forcella
Pizza, Patatine, Rustici, Panzerotti, Restaurant · Pizza/Patatine restaurant · Via Nedo Nadi, Foggia, 71122 · facebook.com
Indoor
Moody jazz cafè
Cafe · cafe · 5 Via Nedo Nadi, Foggia, 71122 · moodyjazzcafe.it
Indoor

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Airports

Foggia Gino Lisa Airport (FOG) 10 km to the centre
Foggia (FG), 75, IT — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Fly and Go Airfield 19 km to the centre
Foggia (FG), 75, IT
Outdoor
Apricena Fly Airfield 33 km to the centre
Apricena (FG), 75, IT
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Foggia, Italy
Foggia, Italy
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Foggia Gino Lisa Airport (FOG); 4 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Foggia, Italy. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

Italo
National rail
Trenitalia
National rail