Paestum Private Tour from Naples
- 7–8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
The Territory of Paestum touches the most beautiful tracts of the Tirrenian Coast; the sea, the green belts and its fascinating traditions make this place a really interesting touristic destination. Here myth and legend coexist. The tourist who comes to Paestum has to visit the Archeological site where the Basilica, the biggest and the oldest among the three Temples (It dates back to 550 b.c), the Temple of Ceres, the Temple of Neptune, the Amphitheatre ( a Typical Roman Building), and the Forum are visible. In Paestum there is also a National Archeological Museum, which allows the visitors to retrace the Greek, Lucan and Roman History of the city. Here a unique example of Greek painting is kept: The Diver's Tomb. Another interesting place to visit is the Sanctuary of "Madonna Del Granato", where, even today, a lot of pilgrims from all over the Campania Region come to visit. Regarding Gastronomy the most popular products are: Mozzarella produced in Paestum, Artichokes and olive oil.
Inclusions
What's included
- Entrance tickets to the archaeological area of Paestum
- Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffer
- Private professional guide inside the archaeological area of Paestum
What's not
- Food and beverages
- Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary.
Itinerary
Naples represents the starting point but also the end of the tour , because there will be 2 hours of driving time to get in Paestum, and then 2 hours to come back from Paestum to your accomodation
One of Italy’s most majestic sights lies, on the edge of a flat coastal plain, Paestum is a major ancient Greek city on the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea in Magna Graecia. After its foundation by Greek colonists under the name of Poseidonia it was eventually conquered by the Lucanians and later by the Romans. The Lucanians renamed it to Paistos and in turn the Romans gave the city its current name. The ruins of Paestum are notable for their three ancient Greek temples, dating back to the 6th century BC, which are in a very good state of preservation. Paestum is home to three magnificent Doric temples, which are thought to be dedicated to the city's namesake Poseidon (known to the Romans as Neptune), Hera and Ceres. The temples of Neptune and Hera are located next to each other at the Southern end of the site, while the smaller Temple of Ceres is at the Northern end.
The Archaeological Museum of Paestum houses one of the most important collections from Ancient Greece in southern Italy. It displays statues, pottery, and other artifacts that tell the history of the ancient city. Its most famous exhibit is the Tomb of the Diver, a unique example of ancient Greek wall painting.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Rome Italy Explora
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Customers with physical limitations can have problems walking inside the archeological area.
How it compares in Naples
- Its from-price is 134% above the median of the 1168 day trips we list in Naples.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 624 of 1168.
- 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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