This Italian city transformed itself. Here come the tourists.

Bari only recently remade its identity. Does it now risk losing it?

View in browser|nytimes.com June 1, 2025 Bari, Italy, was once too sleepy and sketchy for most tourists, its old town so dangerous that even residents considered it off-limits. Now, with direct flights from the U.S. starting, residents are excited but wary. Gianni Cipriano for The New York Times The city only recently remade its identity. Does it now risk losing it? → Sign up for the Travel Dispatch newsletter. Essential news on the changing travel landscape, expert tips and inspiration for your future trips. Get it in your inbox If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018