Paestum private tour: best preserved temples in the world(Unesco)

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About this activity

Paestum is an ancient city of Magna Grecia called by the founders Poseidonia and later Paestum by the Romans in honor of Poseidon, but very devoted to Athena and Hera.

The guided tour will take you to admire three temples, the first, that of Hera, also called Basilica is the oldest, in Doric style, with impressive dimensions. Later we will visit the largest temple, that of Poseidon, also called Neptune, comparable to the temple of Zeus in Olympia, a majestic wonder in Doric style built in 460 BC. with a double order of columns and you are in the front.

The tour continues with the discovery of the third temple, that of Ceres. Along the Via Sacra there will be the opportunity to see the Roman Forum and the Amphitheater.

After the ruins of Paestum, the tour will end at the National Archaeological Museum.

On the cover plate you can admire a naked man diving, suspended in the air, thrown from a trampoline about to enter a body of water.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Italian
Operated by: ITALYGONIA TRAVEL

What is included

Included

Included: Visit the National Archaeological Museum of Paestum
Included: Visit the Archaeological Park of Paestum
Included: Discover the Temple of Ceres
Included: Admire the Temple of Hera, the Temple of Poseidon, and the Temple of Zeus
Included: Walk along the Via Sacra and see the Roman Forum and the Amphitheater
Included: Private walking tour of Paestum with licensed tour guide

Not included

Not included: Entrance ticket: Archaeological Park + National Archaeological Museum of Paestum

Itinerary

Parco Archeologico di Paestum e Velia

30 min Admission not included

The Paestum Archaeological Park is an extraordinary site of Magna Graecia, famous for its three well-preserved Doric temples, ancient walls, the Via Sacra, the Roman Forum, and the Amphitheater. Walking among the ruins, you can immerse yourself in the life and history of an ancient Greek and Roman city.
Tempio di Hera II

15 min Admission not included

The Temple of Hera II in Paestum is an imposing ancient Greek Doric temple, built in the 6th century BC. It features massive, well-preserved columns that convey strength and harmony typical of early Greek architecture.
Museo Archeologico Nazionale Di Paestum

30 min Admission not included

The National Archaeological Museum of Paestum houses artifacts from the ancient city of Paestum, including ceramics, sculptures, and extraordinary frescoes. Among the most famous collections are the painted tombstones and everyday objects, offering a unique insight into the Greek and Roman culture of the area.
Stop 4

15 min Admission not included

The Temple of Poseidon in Paestum, also known as the Temple of Neptune, is one of the largest and most majestic Doric temples in the Greek area of Italy. Built around 460 BC, it features a double row of impressive columns and a harmonious structure that reflects Greek architectural perfection. Its size and elegance make it comparable to the Temple of Zeus in Olympia and it is considered one of the wonders of Doric art.
Anfiteatro Romano di Paestum

30 min Admission not included

The Roman Amphitheater of Paestum is an elliptical structure built in the Roman era, used for public spectacles and gladiator combats. Located near the city walls, it showcases the engineering and spatial organization typical of ancient Rome.