Guided Walking Tour with Strega Liqueur Tasting in Benevento
- 3h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover Benevento, a true gem in the heart of the Sannio, where history, culture and legends blend into a fascinating journey. Accompanied by a licensed local guide, you will explore the city’s most iconic sites: the Monumental Complex of Santa Sofia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with its rare Lombard architecture; the evocative Hortus Conclusus, an ancient Dominican garden transformed into an open-air museum by Maestro Mimmo Paladino; the lively Corso Garibaldi leading to the majestic Arch of Trajan, symbol of the Via Traiana; and the ancient Roman Theatre, one of the best preserved in Southern Italy. Beyond monuments, Benevento unveils its mysterious soul through tales of the Janare witches, pagan rituals and traditions linked to the famous Premio Strega literary award. The experience ends with authentic flavors, tasting the renowned Strega liqueur and local nougats. A unique tour that combines art, history, myth and taste in Campania.
Inclusions
What's included
- Entrance ticket to the Monumental Complex of Santa Sofia
- Visit to the Hortus Conclusus
- Entrance ticket to the ancient Roman Theatre
- Guided tour
- Licensed tour guide
- Tasting of Strega liqueur and artisan nougats
What's not
- Anything not expressly indicated in “What is included"
Itinerary
Travelers will visit the Church of Santa Sofia, an extraordinary monument recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011. Dating back to the 8th century, when Benevento was the capital of the Lombard Duchy, the church is admired for its rare star-shaped plan and unique blend of Lombard and Byzantine architecture. Visitors can admire its original structure, fascinating capitals, and experience the atmosphere of one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
Travelers will explore the Hortus Conclusus, the former Dominican garden transformed in the 1990s by artist Mimmo Paladino into an open-air installation. This evocative space combines history, nature, and contemporary art, featuring striking sculptures and symbolic works integrated into the ancient cloister. It is a unique setting where past and present meet, offering visitors a truly immersive cultural experience.
Walking along Corso Garibaldi, the lively heart of Benevento’s historic center, you will reach the impressive Arch of Trajan. Dedicated to Emperor Trajan and symbol of the Via Traiana, an alternative route to the ancient Appian Way, this remarkably preserved monument is admired for its marble reliefs celebrating the greatness of the Roman Empire. A fascinating landmark where the vibrancy of the modern city meets its glorious past.
The tour concludes with a visit to the Roman Theatre of Benevento, one of the best-preserved in southern Italy and still a venue for cultural events today. Its grand structure, dating back to the 2nd century AD, offers a glimpse into the city’s ancient splendor. To complete the experience, you will enjoy a tasting of the iconic Strega liqueur, accompanied by traditional torroncini beneventani, a sweet specialty that perfectly embodies local flavors and traditions.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is Piazza Castello, in the historic center of Benevento, between the Rocca dei Rettori and the Chamber of Commerce. The nearest paid parking is in Piazza Risorgimento (blue lines) — we suggest arriving early. The guide will be recognizable by an "Esperi" sign.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- Esperi.it - Campania Local Experience
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Small dogs are allowed during the tour, but in museum areas they must be carried in your arms or inside appropriate carriers.
How it compares in Naples
- Its from-price is 76% below the median of the 3135 experiences we list in Naples.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 1827 of 3135.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Naples
Passionate and chaotic beneath Vesuvius, Naples is the birthplace of pizza and the gateway to Pompeii, Capri and the Amalfi Coast.
The historic centre, a dense grid of streets laid out by the ancient Greeks, is a world of churches, street shrines and laundry strung between balconies. Spaccanapoli cuts straight through it, Via San Gregorio Armeno is lined with nativity-scene workshops, and the Sansevero Chapel holds the astonishing Veiled Christ. Underground, tunnels and cisterns reveal the Greek and Roman city below.
Top-ranked sights in Naples: Mt. Vesuvius (Monte Vesuvio), Via dei Tribunali, Naples Historic Center (Napoli Centro Storico).
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