Paestum

Paestum it is a city that has its roots in the distant past Magna Graecia. At that time the Greeks called it Poseidonia in honor of the god of the sea, although very devoted to Athena and It was. After its conquest by the Lucanians it was called Paistom, later assuming, under the Romans, the name by which we know it today.
The country is part of the Cilento and Vallo di Diano National Park, in the hamlet of Capaccio, located in Sele Plain, close to the coast of Gulf of Salerno.
What captures visitors' attention the most is the majesty of the ruins perfectly situated against the backdrop of a breathtaking landscape, which make up the entire archeological area. The temples, especially if admired in the light of sunset, they make the atmosphere even more magical and, together with those of Athens and Agrigento, are considered among the best preserved temples in the world.

Experiences to live

Food tour

Tour of the Temples of Paestum and tasting of Mozzarella di Bufala DOP with departure from Salerno, Agropoli, Paestum and Ascea

Concordia Square, 84123, Salerno 5h

A tour through history and taste: the museum and temples of Paestum will...

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Adventure

Hot air balloon flight over the Temples of Paestum

Via Magna Graecia, 84047, Capaccio, Salerno 2h

Get caught up in the lightness and charm of a hot air balloon flight over the temples of...

4.2 / 5 Excellent (8 Reviews)

From €262.00
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Archaeological Area

Paestum, heir city of Magnia Grecia

Capaccio Paestum, 84047, Salerno 2h

The majesty of Paestum's ruins, together with the breathtaking landscape, make this UNESCO World Heritage Site...

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Tours and walks

Hot air balloon tours

Hot air balloon flight over Paestum temples to relax before or after smart working on vacation

Via Magna Graecia, 84047, Capaccio, Salerno 2h

To break up smart working on vacation, choose this hot air balloon tour over the temples...

4.8 / 5 Excellent (5 Reviews)

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Tours with transportation

Visit to the Paestum excavations with train departure from Naples and entrance fee

Napoli Centrale, Piazza Garibaldi 4h 20min

Want to walk among domus, temples and workshops? With this tour to the Paestum excavations with...

4.1 / 5 Excellent (4 Reviews)

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Food tour

Guided tour by Ape Calessino with tasting at one of Paestum's best dairies

Piazza C. Merola, Agropoli, SA, Italy 1h 30min

With this guided Ape Calessino excursion to one of Paestum's dairies you can taste...

5 / 5 Excellent (5 Reviews)

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