Overview
Discover the Ancient Magnificence of Paestum and Velia on an Unforgettable Day! A journey through the millennial history of Campania, exploring the archeological heritage of Paestum and Velia. Starting from the Amalfi Coast, your adventure begins among the imposing Doric temples of Paestum, led by experts who will unveil fascinating stories.
MORNING - PAESTUM: Explore temples such as the majestic Temple of Neptune and the Temple of Ceres, admiring the well-preserved ruins and discovering the life of the ancient city. LUNCH: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, savouring typical dishes of Campania cuisine to recharge your energy.
AFTERNOON - VELIA: Head to Velia in the afternoon, exploring the ruins of the ancient city of Elea. Admire the main street, walls and harbour with breathtaking views along the coast. RETURN TO SUNSET: The tour ends with the return along the Amalfi Coast at sunset, giving you a magical experience.
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- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
Private transportation
In-vehicle air conditioning
Gratuities
Lunch
Entrance ticket to the Park and Museum of Paestum - €15 per person
Entrance ticket to the Velia Park and Museum - €15 per person
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Public Parking, Piazza Flavio Gioia
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Archaeological Park of Paestum
4 hours
The experience will take you to the hill of temples of ancient Paestum. Free excursion of 2 hours in the beauty of the temples erected in honor of the Greek deities. Passage to the museum of archaeological history of the temples and the settled civilization of Paestum.
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Parco Archeologico di Elea - Velia
2 hours
The ancient city of Elea, which derives its name from the local spring Hyele, was founded around 540 BC. by a group of exiles from the Greek city of Phocaea, in present-day Turkey, occupied by the Persians. The visit route, equipped with educational panels, begins from the lower city, where most of the buildings date back to the Hellenistic and Roman ages. The entrance path runs alongside the 5 km long city wall, built as early as the 6th century BC. In front of the walls is a necropolis from the imperial age (1st – 2nd century AD) of which individual burials and funerary enclosures are visible in the inside which various depositions were collected.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
FAQs about Paestum full day - free walk
Can I cancel Paestum full day - free walk for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 hours 30 min.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
Public Parking, Piazza Flavio Gioia Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Private transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Entrance ticket to the Park and Museum of Paestum - €15 per person
- Entrance ticket to the Velia Park and Museum - €15 per person
Which places does it visit?
It visits Archaeological Park of Paestum, Parco Archeologico di Elea - Velia.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
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