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Paestum Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist

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Salerno, Italy

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Overview

Experience a 2-hour guided tour of the ancient ruins of Paestum, a prestigious UNESCO World Heritage site, with a professional archaeologist. Skip-the-line tickets are included for a small group of up to 20 people.

Explore the captivating Paestum ruins, including its three magnificent Doric temples, the amphitheater, the forum, and the markets. Following the ruins, you'll visit the National Archaeological Museum, home to some of Magna Graecia's most exquisite artworks.

Paestum stands as one of Italy's prized archaeological treasures, nestled in the northern part of the Cilento region, near the Sele River, along the Tyrrhenian Sea coast. Founded by Greek colonists as Poseidonia, it blossomed into the preeminent city of Magna Graecia.

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  • Skip the line Paestum ticket
  • Guided tour with an archaeologist
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation
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Piazza Della Basilica
84047 Capaccio Paestum SA, Italy

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Archaeological Park of Paestum

Explore the archaeological site of Paestum, the best-preserved Graeco-Roman city, on a two-hour walking tour with a licensed archaeological guide.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Tempio di Hera II

The Temple of Hera II in Paestum (formerly Poseidonia), is earlier and is still often referred to as the 'Temple of Poseidon' or 'Temple of Neptunus' due to a misidentification. This temple is the more northern and recent of the two Hera temples in Paestum.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Temple of Athena

The Temple of Athena, also known as the Temple of Ceres (c. 500 BC), is a Greek temple located in Paestum, situated near the so-called Basilica, which is considerably larger than it.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Museo Archeologico Nazionale Di Paestum

Explore the captivating National Archaeological Museum, home to a rich collection of local Greek artworks dating back to the 7th century BC. The unquestionable highlight of the museum in Paestum are the frescoes found in the 'Tomb of the Diver'.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Wear comfortable shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen in the summer.
  • Bring a small bottle of water
  • Travelers under 18 are advised to bring a passport or ID to qualify for free admission.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Paestum Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Skip the line Paestum ticket
  • Guided tour with an archaeologist
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wear comfortable shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen in the summer.
  • Bring a small bottle of water
  • Travelers under 18 are advised to bring a passport or ID to qualify for free admission.
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