The top cities between Anacapri and Matera are Naples, Pompeii, Salerno, Ravello, Andria, Cilento and Vallo di Diano National Park, Capri, Agropoli, Benevento, and Capaccio-Paestum. Naples is the most popular city on the route. It's 1 hour from Anacapri and 3 hours from Matera.
Located in the southern region of Italy and overlooking the Bay of Naples, is a historically significant city known as Naples. This city boasts of architectural marvels that date back centuries, such as the Duomo di San Gennaro, which houses beautiful frescoes that leave visitors in awe. Additionally, Naples has landmarks like Castel Nuovo - a castle built in the 13th century and the Royal Palace.
Most popular city on this route
19 minutes off the main route, 32% of way to Matera
Pompei, a city situated in the Campania region of southern Italy, is overlooked by the active Vesuvius volcano. This ancient city is famous for being entombed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Visitors can explore ruins such as the amphitheater and Villa of the Mysteries that feature frescoes. The town also has a Catholic pilgrimage site known as Sanctuary of the Madonna of Rosary with grand mosaics and cupola.
21% as popular as Naples
19 minutes off the main route, 32% of way to Matera
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Capri is an Italian island situated in the Tyrrhenian Sea, known for its picturesque mountaintop scenery and famous Blue Grotto. The main town shares the same name and has been a popular resort destination since ancient Roman times, boasting resorts, shops, and restaurants. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of lush greenery while exploring historical landmarks such as Casa Rossa and Chiesa di San Michele.
Really beautiful island. you can take a ferry to capri from Sorrento or Positano or Napoli to Capri Island. try to get first ferry and come back with last ferry around sunset. because staying in Capri overnight can cost you alot. also don't forget to take cable car to top of island and enjoy the view point it costs total 4 euro. also join the boats to get around island and see landmarks. have fun ♡♡♡
Ftm Hshm — Google review
Must visit island if you in the Sorrento coast area. Spell-bounding views all around the island of caves, grottos, rocks , cliffs cradled within the cover of clouds.
Multiple trips available from Amalfi, Positano, Sorrento, even Napoli.
Beautiful and picturesque!
Souryadip Banerjee — Google review
Absolutely stunning! Highly recommend a day trip or overnight stay. Be sure to visit the Gardens of Augustus for incredible views of the Faraglioni.
Alisha — Google review
Wonderful place to visit in a day. We went around from Capri to Anacapri on scooter, price was for everything fully insured. this is the best way to get around the island.
Like any island it can be pricy just a note before you go.
Water is crystal clear and warm you can take a boat out from the Amalfi coast and i think the gentle boat ride over was worth it as an experience on its own. I do love live commentary about the history of it which is given while you're on the boat.
Darath N — Google review
Enjoyed it to the full on our cruise.
Maja Glavinic — Google review
Picturesque yet very expensive.
Capri is one of the most beautiful places that we have visited on our holiday so far. As we arrived by ferry from Sorrento the view from the sea was so impressive and we really got to see the topography of the island, the lush green slopes, the craggy rocks overlooking the sea, the houses wedged in to every last available space; all very impressive.
If you're staying in Sorrento or Napoli it really is worth visiting but do remember that it isn't cheap. The funicular (€2.20 per person/pet) is by far the easiest way to get to the hilltop town of Capri from the main port. It doesn't take long and it is certainly alot easier than the steep climb. We took the funicular up and walked down. The staff in the funicular aren't particularly helpful & 'yap' at the tourists in order to keep the queues moving, face masks at half mast.
We had a pleasant enough meal in Capri, a restaurant with a really good view of the port below. The restaurant charged a cover charge of €4 per person which I'm sure is standard on Capri, where it really does feel like they want to extract every last single euro out of the tourists, a sentiment echoed by other diners whom we spoke to.
I suppose when some restaurants & hotels are displaying photographs of celebrities like Sylvester Stallone, Rod Stewart you kind of know and understand that the prices are going to be as steep as the pathway from the port to the town.
The narrow streets meander around the town, giving refreshing shade from the hot sun and make it a very pleasant experience to explore. The small shops and boutiques offering anything from bangles and jewellery to high end clothing & leather products. The one thing that we noted was that there weren't many seats or benches and if you sat in a public area on steps then you were quickly moved on by the Municipal Police, of which there are a few. When challenged you're told 'it's the city rules' and one officer pointed to the town hall in the square.
Now having just retired from the police in England I can't remember telling tourists to move on, I always wanted visitors to where I worked (including the beautiful Cotswolds in Gloucestershire) to see my county for what it was and to portray it in the best possible light. I had other & more important things to do than blowing a whistle or barking orders at someone enjoying their deserved & undoubtedly hard earned holiday, so it really annoys me and feels like the 'authorities are taking the *iss' when they haven't provided enough seating and then get the local police to order you to 'stand up' 'no sit there'...when in reality the whole reason they're there in the first place is because of tourists, spending their pounds, their hard earnt buck or dollar.
A few more drinking water fountains in the town of Capri wouldn't go a miss.
A beautiful place that could do better on the tourist service front.
Tim Griffiths — Google review
Like many other beautiful locations, Capri also has its beauties to visit but it's ridiculous what's happening in terms of prices.
I agree that Capri is a turistic area, an island, it is not the first time when I visit an island but the way traders want to do business it is very brutal.
Capri, it's not the Hawaiian islands located about 2500 miles off the US coast where you can understand why it's expensive...
Yes, I recommend visiting the island, but don't expect to find anything phenomenal.
Gabriel Scarlat — Google review
Visited end of Feb from Naples...almost nothing open apart from 2 cafes/restaurants. Chairlift not operating - no info about the closure online. The people there are mostly rude & and overcharge - everything is massively overpriced. Espresso, sprite & a small cookie was €10. No free public toilets. Yes it's pretty, but not comparable to Positano & definitely not worth it if the chairlift is closed. I couldn't wait to get back - ended up paying twice as all ferry operators compete with each other & there's no clear info on next ferry back. A pointless day out. I don't suffer from seasickness, but found the ferry over pretty rough.
Kirsty J — Google review
An island so beautiful and green!
Ifigeneia Konstantinidou — Google review
It was an ok experience. The chair lift was fun but everything was sooo over priced and very hectic to navigate. The people working on the busses weren’t very nice. The free beach had really nice clear water. It’s filled with pebbles and really hurts your feet. Make sure to bring a mask to the island
Ravi & Khyati Natalia — Google review
Took a boat around the island. There are lots of little caves and wonderful spots to jump out and swim.
Darlene Fitterer — Google review
We visited this beautiful island on a day trip from Naples, and we had a fantastic time. The island's natural beauty, tasty food, and rich culture made our day unforgettable. It's definitely worth a visit :)
Venkata Manikantha Sai Ganesh Tanuku — Google review
Absolutely gorgeous this island with everything it offers. The atmosphere, the view, the water, everything is at the highest level. This is the place where everyone exclaims "wow" at every step, so it can be called WOW island 😜
Ciprian Muresan — Google review
Such a beautiful island that you cannot miss! It was actually our plan B at the beginning, but somehow we missed the ferry to Amalfi coast and here we are! We actually really enjoyed Capri and it has so much to offer : beautiful view, a variety of shops, a variety of restaurants and cafes and you can even take a boat trip out if you are down for a underwater adventure!
Amy — Google review
We had a great time in Capri. I would highly recommend a private tour if your only there for the day. A private tour will get you past the lines and through all of the experiences quickly including the chairlift and private boat ride through the caves and some swimming.
Tim — Google review
It’s a really beautiful island 50min away from Napoli by boat for only €50. Nice beach with clear water and stunning views that makes good photography.
I will say though all the shops and restaurants are overpriced and the island has too much tourists that takes away the Italian charm. Too many steps uphill to get a good view hence the abundance of taxis and buses across the island.
It’s definitely worth the look but not too much to do unfortunately.
Rhordan White — Google review
A quick ferry ride from Sorrento to the island of Capri. The
One island where you have everything beautiful landscapes,Lust gardens, Blue grotto, Limoncello and also known for their perfumes,Roman water caves
Aakash — Google review
9% as popular as Naples
15 minutes off the main route, 32% of way to Matera
Ravello is a charming resort town located 365 meters above the Tyrrhenian Sea along Italy's Amalfi Coast. It is renowned for its iconic cliffside gardens, including the 13th-century Villa Rufolo with its terraced gardens offering breathtaking views and hosting concerts during the popular Ravello Festival. Another must-see is Villa Cimbrone, a medieval-style estate surrounded by celebrated gardens.
5% as popular as Naples
21 minutes off the main route, 38% of way to Matera
Salerno, a picturesque port city in Italy, boasts historical sites such as the Arechi Castle with its Museo Medievale del Castello and the Salerno Cathedral built on ancient Roman ruins. The city is also home to Minerva’s Garden, which has been cultivating medicinal plants for centuries. The province of Salerno extends from stunning seaside cliffs along the Amalfi Coast to the Paestum area, known for well-preserved Greek temples.
6% as popular as Naples
2 minutes off the main route, 39% of way to Matera
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Capaccio, located in the province of Salerno in the Campania region of Italy, is a town that encompasses the ruins of the ancient Greek city of Paestum. The modern town offers a blend of ancient history and contemporary attractions, including seaside resorts with expansive sandy beaches. Capaccio is also known for producing top-quality mozzarella, made solely from fresh full cream milk sourced from the comune itself. This vibrant destination attracts visitors seeking a mix of cultural heritage and leisure experiences.
5% as popular as Naples
2 minutes off the main route, 39% of way to Matera
The Province of Salerno, located in the Campania region of Italy, offers a diverse range of attractions. Visitors can embark on small group tours to explore the stunning island of Capri, with its famous Faraglioni rock formations and vibrant sea caves. The province also boasts the unspoiled beauty of the Cilento coast along the Tyrrhenian Sea, where pristine waters and charming seaside towns await.
2% as popular as Naples
41 minutes off the main route, 45% of way to Matera
Benevento, a charming city in Campania, Italy, is perched on a hill 130 meters above sea level at the meeting point of the Calore Irpino and Sabato rivers. With a population of over 58,000 people, it serves as the capital of the province of Benevento and hosts a Catholic archbishop.
2% as popular as Naples
34 minutes off the main route, 48% of way to Matera
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Parco Nazionale del Cilento, Vallo di Diano e Alburni
Parco Nazionale del Cilento, Vallo di Diano e Alburni is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that offers a diverse landscape of coastal areas, mountains, and archaeological ruins. Ascea, one of the towns within the park, sits on a hill overlooking its namesake seaside.
Worthy visit especially on a summer day !!
Sanmoy Mukherjee — Google review
Fab views both from the mountains and by the sea , mountains roads a bit crazy. Fabulous mountain villages.
Liam Warren — Google review
Wild and wonderful. The place is full of wilderness and the food is very tasty. The beaches out of this world
Franco Bisaccia — Google review
A magical place to visit at least once in a lifetime. Clean, away from civilization.. marvellous.
G Dalcielo — Google review
Great view , natural place where to spend some relaxing days and swim in great wather
alessandro abate — Google review
Amazing landscapes, genuine food and friendly people. Highly recommended.
Vito Cimino — Google review
A very amazing place, it must be on the list for travellers.
Mubashir Mehmood — Google review
Enchanting place, incredibly beautiful landscapes, crystal clear water. Great for both trekking and swimming.
Monika P. — Google review
Peacefull with inspiring sights. Great for a drive or walk.
Villa Viarizi — Google review
Sport Nature Sea Sunset Culture Slow food alla together in one magic place named Cilento
Renato Somma — Google review
3% as popular as Naples
52 minutes off the main route, 51% of way to Matera
Andria, located in the Apulia region of Southern Italy, is known for its agricultural production of wine, olives, and almonds. As the largest municipality in the province of Barletta-Andria-Trani, it serves as a significant service center in the area. One of its notable attractions is the Museo del Confetto Mucci Giovanni, a renowned sweet shop and museum where visitors can explore the art of making confetti sweets while immersing themselves in Italian culture.
2% as popular as Naples
30 minutes off the main route, 72% of way to Matera
Best stops along Anacapri to Matera drive
The top stops along the way from Anacapri to Matera (with short detours) are Reawakened Ancient City: Archaeological Areas of Pompeii, Royal Palace of Caserta, and Temple of Athena. Other popular stops include Mount Vesuvius, Faraglioni, and Castel del Monte.
The Piazzetta di Capri, a compact square at the center of Capri island, presents splendid panoramic sights and plays host to several coffee houses and drinking establishments. The hub of the town's social life, this little plaza offers breathtaking vistas and an assortment of cafes & bars. Its small size belies its importance as a gathering spot for both locals and tourists alike.
The views of the island are amazing, the small paths are right out of a movie, very pretty and romantic.
R. Neault — Google review
Lovely place. We took the tram direct from the port. Flower lined and beautiful way to the top. Stop, rest or meander the streets. We took a bus to Anacapri to ride the chair gondola to the very top. Go early or late afternoon to avoid the rush. We then took a chopped convertible taxi from the top straight to the port to go back to Sorrento:) a very nice day!!
Chris Allen — Google review
We arrived at the island by boat and spent a wonderful day full of interesting things. In this small square, we took pictures and even sat down, which is not allowed anymore. We ate gelato and took pictures together with the beautiful view.
Bogdan Marcelan — Google review
Definitely a place to be in Capri. After 6PM, you can also see celebrities in the Piazzetta. I strongly recommend a night walk on the streets of Capri and a good cocktail in the Piazzetta!
The gardens of Augustus, located on Capri, offer expansive views of the Mediterranean Sea and are home to a variety of botanical specimens. The park is also home to a monument honoring Vladimir Lenin.
Tranquility and stunning view!
This garden is not very big but it brings you a sense of peace and tranquility. Plus, the ocean view is stunning!
You can look at the different shades of the blue ocean and the iconic rocks as the symbol of Capri Island. It has a lot of photogenic spots for you to put into your memory and to feel the ocean breeze kissing on your face, what a wonderful experience!
jasmine xu — Google review
The view of the island from this garden is absolutely spectacular and gorgeous. From here you can see the mountains around the island and the beautiful clear blue water underneath you. I would definitely recommend going here and I will be returning sometime again in the future.
Jagger Boyer — Google review
In three words, NOT WORTH IT. Yes the garden is beautiful, yes the views from the balcony are pretty. But charging 2,5€ for literally a 5-minute walk with one view point with two levels is too much. 2/3 of the garden is actually unaccessible as it is only for private use (I guess from a hotel nearby or something). I do not recommend it unless you do not care paying for a 5 minute experience.
Trachemysta — Google review
Gorgeous gardens overlooking the Mediterranean. The views are fantastic and the place is just wonderful to rest for a bit. It costs €1.50 to enter but it is worth it.
It can be crowded.
Camilla Zamboni — Google review
Beautiful views of the shore line! Worth the 1.5€ entry fee. The gardens themselves are pretty small, so the main attraction is really the panorama views of the shore. There’s not much else to do here other than take in the views, worth a visit but recommend budgeting only around 15-30 mins here.
Ant Wirjo — Google review
Visited this garden today. So pretty and quaint. The views are out of this world. You never get tired of it. 1000% I would recommend this if you are going to capri.
Naomi Stevens — Google review
Another magical photo spot of Capri. Via Krupp pathway was closed this time for tourists, so check before you go. If you stay in Capri center then the best way to get there is via Piazetta, very short walk There are tickets online for €1.50, buy in advance if you don't want to stay in a queue. A lot of people don't know about tickets.
Jana — Google review
I loved the views here! Entrance is only €1.50 and totally worth it. It’s a great place to relax and take some pictures.
Emma Ostermeyer — Google review
Even if it is a small garden, it is gorgeous and it has amazing views. The garden is beautiful with flowers and trees, nice ways and panoramic views for 30 min to 1 hour to spend. For 1.5€/person, it really worthy.
Cristian — Google review
Lovely view and pleasant garden but it’s very small and seems a little unnecessary to charge for it albeit only €5. Equally break taking views are available free.
Gary Williamson — Google review
Nice garden with an amazing view onto the Via Krupp. Not sure it is worth the entry fee, because there are various other places (Parco Astarita) with equal or better views. Note there is a combined entry ticket with Villa Lysis at the other end of the island.
Lukas Renggli — Google review
1.50Euro to get into this amazingly beautiful vantage point. From here you'll look down on via Krupp, the Faraglioni rocks, and see a glimpse of the former monastery. Such a beautiful view!! Automated ticket machines simplify and speed up service and accept cash or card.
meghan kelly — Google review
Amazing place, amazing view, such a nice place to enjoy the sun and the sea
Diana Ciobanu — Google review
Beautiful garden on the top of the cliffs, so peaceful and stunning views.
Simon Page — Google review
Nice to visit. Grear viewpoints. Small, but ok given we never have a lot of time to waste as time on the island is often limited. Can get a bit crowded with groups if you're trying to take good pictures.
Eric Morrissette — Google review
Beautiful gardens set in the town of Capri. A nice relief from all the concrete, rendered, paved streets and buildings. Has some great look out spots over the water. Good for an hour or so (if taking it really slow).
The Faraglioni is a trio of iconic, oceanic rock formations on the island of Capri. They offer a unique view of the surrounding landscape and are popular tourist destinations. Via Camerelle offers luxury shopping opportunities, before descending to Via Tragara for a closer look at the rocks and their accompanying sea views. Once reached by boat, visitors will be mesmerized by the Faraglioni's mythical appearance.
What to say that it wasn’t already said about Capri and it’s FARAGLIONI. Spectacular!! The number of superyachts and small boats around this small little piece of heaven is somehow overwhelming.
We were on a “small” 20ft power boat, and we felt insignificant among those floating skyscrapers. Your breath will be taken away. I believe we saw either Ronaldo or Messi boat with a soccer pitch on the main deck. And the number of choppers was just unreal, but forget about that, the place is magic. Going under the faraglioni is once in a lifetime experience, I’ve been there multiple times but every time it feels like the first.
Rent a boat and make of this visit a must. You’re not going to regret it. Just unreal the feeling to visit a place that for the last century has been the place to go of the worldwide jet set. Apart from that you breathe history, naturalism, and the most pristine waters in the world.
Personal story: my uncle from Capri and migrated to Australia over 50 years ago left as his last wish to his sons to scatter his ashes in Capri. This is a testament to what Capri leaves in your hearth and the legacy that leaves inside you. Visiting this place just once will stay with you forever. Worth to pay a visit.
Luca Vingiani — Google review
This is truly the best of Amalfi Coast. A one hour island tour of Capri is just so mesmerising that you'd like to go back here again & again. Views of the coastline and the grottos are just great and the blue mediterranean water does the magic! Don't miss it for anything.
Kapil Sood — Google review
Coming here was a dream come true. I am from a small island from the Caribbean and it amazes me how lucky we are to have so many beautiful places in the world to discover and to enjoy.
Raphaelina Rodríguez G. — Google review
I have not been to this part of Italy yet but I do plan to go back there and travel Europe again!
Wendy Shaw — Google review
Amazing rock formations in the sea. Beautiful to see
Valery — Google review
Beautiful private boat tour of the island of Capri. Going through the Faraglioni tunnel was the best part of the tour.
L S — Google review
Beautiful experience with a private boat tour and swimming in the warm sea water.
Andrea Alberti — Google review
Took a half day boat trip, during the trip we saw these as well as many other amazing sites from the water around Capri. Highly recommend doing something similar, also we packed a picnic lunch for our half day trip and it was a great way to spend the morning.
Matt Zealand — Google review
Didn't kiss, but it was beautiful to see. I have the video of us passing under the arch, so it will be memorable.
Megan Smith — Google review
you can visit it by boat, and pass through the arch, or just go to one panoramic point.
Anelisa Campaner — Google review
Get a private boat tour with the local skipper-those guys are knowledgeable, experienced, friendly and very good guides if you want to explore areas around the island.
The Duomo di San Gennaro is one of the most stunning and vast cathedrals in Naples. It was built on the foundations of two earlier churches, dating back to 570 AD, and features a neo-Gothic facade and art-filled chapels. The Royal Chapel of the Treasure of San Gennaro is home to some of the city's most impressive frescoes, sculptures, busts, porphyry alabasters and gold plaques.
Gorgeous cathedral. The entry is free and they allow you to visit the underground hall and a few other halls filled with history and beautiful sculptures.
Nadezhda Gavadinova — Google review
For all the Cathedrals I've visited, this is by far one of the best. It is free entry, and so extravagant. Although I was told that you had to dress respectfully (shoulders and knees covered) this wasn't respected here? No hats to be worn in the Cathedral, and masks are optional, but it is a wonderful place to get hit with the full force of Catholicism.
Kassandra Frost — Google review
An extraordinary holy place.
It felt sacred to me as I sat silenty in awe of how it all felt to be there.
I'm so glad I stepped in to look.
One of my favorite finds, strolling around the city.
Free to enter.
Lay San — Google review
I went into the beautiful church, the crypt of San Gennero and saw the treasures of San Gennero. What an amazing museum worthy collection! Worth a trip even if you don't enter the museum and only look at the treasures from the church.
Joe Minuti — Google review
When you are in Il Duomo you have to visit Capella Di San Gennaro with Story about him and his blood and Basilica Di S. Restituta, extra paying but it worth for it
Viktor V?tek — Google review
One of the best places to visit in Naples. Essential. I recommend to visit while there’s natural light because the lighting in the city is not too good. Also you’ll find the crypt of Saint Genaro open which is a must see as well.
All for free.
Olga Barrado — Google review
Very nice cathedral to visit. Beautiful wall paintings and a very nice ceiling! Most beautiful part was the dome, it holds 2 layers and you can look outside. Don't forget to go in the crypt, nice to see. Only downside are the rovers outside the cathedral, not really friendly to watch.....
Rene Tijs — Google review
This is truly a sanctuary....having dodgeballed Napoli's poop infested streets, we took shelter in this cathedral for quite some time..absolutely beautiful. Highly recommended.
Arosha Weerakkody — Google review
The most famous landmark of Naples. A must-see place. The church is so beautiful from outside, inside, ceiling, wall, and everything. You can literally spend all day looking at everything. The day we visited was a nice sunny day. The sunlight came through the well-designed high windows and covered one side of the church with golden light. It creates such peaceful and blessed atmosphere inside the church.
Most items have signs described in English, some of them do not. You can use a translation app to help.
Kae — Google review
Nice cathedral close to the Main Street in Naples. Apart from the main part which is already impressive the side areas are also worth a visit. Don’t forget to walk all the way to the left end of the one on your left (upon entering) for a wonderful display (see attached pictures)
Andreas West — Google review
Really unique church with rich history. Just please be mindful when visiting. I'm not religious but I can respect that this is a religious site and adhere to the rules while still enjoying the space.
Ysabella Elias — Google review
Stunning cathedral (namely all the paintings in the ceilings). It feels holly and charming and most of it is free. Worth seeing the cript which is just one flight of stairs down
Isabella Barreto — Google review
Very nice Cathedral in Napoli. We accidentally came across this place when we were trying to find a place to escape from the heat. You can enter for free. The alter was really beautiful and the dome was really nicely painted. I would recommend paying a visit if you are in Napoli.
Ghazal — Google review
Beautiful place to look at the artwork and pray if you wish to. Don't miss the Cripta di San Gennaro below the main altar!
Amari Rae Pulido — Google review
We visited Duomo di Napoli this past week. A beautiful cathedral with amazing architecture, statues and paintings. Stunning alters. Huge and a must see when visiting Naples. It is free to enter.
Michael Mack — Google review
Naples has some of the greatest churches in Italy, but this one is probably the best in Naples. Here you can see the painting Saint Januarius Emerges Unscathed from the Furnace.
Tim P — Google review
Another beautiful Italian cathedral, something to be proud of if you're Neapolitan, and to wonder at for visitors.
Highlights are the columns, the bapistry, the inspirational high altar, and a marbled crypt.
Patrick Conlan — Google review
A must-visit landmark in Naples. It holds fascinating historical treasures, including the crypt and bones of San Gennaro downstairs. As I learned from the guide of Catacombs of San Gennaro, the blood of the city’s protector is held here and displayed twice a year during a procession. There is an interesting superstition around the liquefaction of the blood. The baptistery is also a highlight, showcasing beautiful craftsmanship. A must-see free visit for anyone exploring the city's rich history.
Razvan S — Google review
Absolutely gorgeous cathedral you simply just have to see. The entrance is free, and the artwork there is truly special and worth the visit a hundred times.
Kristýna Vacardová — Google review
Historic church and like most churches in Napoli it’s free to enter. However if you want to see more there is a small fee. They also have public bathrooms which was handy to know.
Simon Antony — Google review
I stopped by the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de l'Ascension, and I must say, it was quite the sight! The exterior was impressive, and the interior was adorned with beautiful artwork and decorations. Checking out the relics of Saint Januarius was a highlight
Lizopaine — Google review
Magnificent church with unbelievable details. No queue we went on monday 1:30 pm
Tao — Google review
The architecture of the cathedral is stunning, and the intricate details inside are breathtaking. It's a must-visit if you're in Naples. Loved exploring the history and beauty of this iconic landmark.
The Royal Palace of Caserta is a grand Baroque residence situated in an expansive park adorned with numerous fountains. This opulent palace, often compared to Versailles, features a theater and offers guided tours. Located near the A1 motorway and just 2 km from Caserta's historic center, the Novotel Caserta Sud provides a convenient base for exploring the Campania region.
Huge, enormous, magnificent piece of construction. The palace, the aqueduct, the gardens. All massive and impressive.
Easy parking in the train station (1€ per hour *not accessible *) just in the entrance to the palace. There u can rent bikes or take the shuttle (highly recommended) for 2.5€ per person to the end of the aqueduct, there u will enjoy great views and the English gardens.
David naftalis — Google review
Ticket 15 € per person for everything - castle, grounds and English garden. The castle is very beautiful.
2.50 € per person for a shuttle bus through the garden to the English Garden round trip. The English garden is a very beautiful place, there are many trees that create shade and it is pleasant to walk in the heat. In this garden, be sure to visit the bathroom of Venus. We spent 3 hours on everything, but you can walk there much longer, having picnics. Be sure to take water to the territory, you can buy it there only on the territory of the castle, there will be no further kiosks.
We arrived on Monday at 15:00 and there were no queues and there were few people.
Margarita Levsina — Google review
This place was a pleasant surprise, the grounds are well kept and the tour was active and fun. Loved the options, with kids we were grateful for the bike rental available. Made the visit fun and stress free. They also have a shuttle for a small fee for those who have mobility issues. Over all enjoyed our day inside the palace and the gardens.
Ama N — Google review
It was great walking around the gardens. Luckily we had perfect weather! Not sure why they have modern art inside of the palace though. It looked completely out of place to be honest.
Ashley — Google review
Beautiful palace with the huge garden area.
Be ready to walk almost 5 km to the top of the garden. There are no drinking fountains, just on the very top is small coffee shop, could be bigger and could be more places to sit.
Anyway the castle is huge and every room is unique and well decorated. There were no budget limits from the Bourbons.
Katy Haladová — Google review
Stunning work of art! It's hard to comprehend its vastness even when you're there. Beautiful and one of a kind. I recommend taking the time to stop by Casserta and enjoy a tour at your own pace. Each room in the apartments offers a beautiful crafted glimpse into the past. If you're a star wars fan you'll be delighted to know some scenes were filmed here.
Alondra Navarro — Google review
Beautiful palace with amazing gardens. It worth to spend a day here and explore the apartments and surroundings. There are was an exhibition of contemporary art inside, and it’s items have been placed among main collection in apartments. It was so interesting .
Also, the museum has great discounts for people under 25: the ticket was something like €2 instead of full price.
Yana Popovych — Google review
Huge, enormous, magnificent piece of construction. The palace, the aqueduct, the gardens. All massive and impressive.
Easy parking just in the entrance to the palace. There u can rent bikes or take the shuttle (highly recommended) for 2.5€ per person to the end of the aqueduct, there u will enjoy great views and the English gardens.
Lynlie De La Cruz — Google review
Better than Versailles in that somehow this place is not flooded with tourists, yet is so beautifully preserved/restored with some of the most incredible grounds and architecture I’ve ever seen. HIGHLY recommend taking the shuttle to the English Garden first, walking back to the palace and taking a break at the Cafe, then seeing the apartments. If you’re like me and can’t bear to be in a museum for more than 3 hours, you can easily do all of it in that amount of time and still feel like you learned something while seeing one of the most impressive royal residences in the world.
Joe Nicol — Google review
The palace is gorgeous, worth seeing.
The rooms are decorated in different styles, from Baroque to Rococo, but especially Empire and Neoclassical. The ceilings are superbly decorated with frescoes with mythological themes but also with motifs of Pompeian inspiration.
I recommend that you buy the tickets in advance, because the entrance is limited as well as the number of people per hour. The palace is currently partially under restoration, so not all rooms can be visited.
Maria Cristina Radut — Google review
Amazing. Beautiful gardens, stunning palace interiors. Definitely worth to visit both. For the gardens, you can buy a bus ticket for 2.50 which brings you to the end (almost 3km) and back. You can also get on/off on the way. Reserve at least 3 hours for the visit. You can leave your luggage (also large suitcase) at the cloakroom at the entrance for free.
Michal Zamek — Google review
Great place for one-day visit by train or metro, just 45min from Napoli central train station. Great walk in French and English style gardens, and visiting main Caserta palace, one one the largest King's palaces in Europe, even larger than Versailles in France
Marko Marić — Google review
A beautiful palace that has been the location for many films. Much time is needed to see the vast grounds. It is exceptionally well-preserved and can be viewed in a more tranquil setting than the Palace of Versailles. Very pleased to visit.
S M — Google review
This place is of mind boggling size, absolutely enormous, and requires at least several hours to visit and explore.
Tickets were 14 euro for the apartments and English gardens. The gardens are located several kilometres away from the palace can be accessed via walking or a shuttle which is 2.50 euro each way. Walking takes between 30-45 minutes. Would recommend walking to the English gardens and shuttle back to allow enjoyment of the fountains along the way.
Some parts of the English gardens were closed for maintenance but they were enjoyable none the less.
Walking the apartments you enter via the grand staircase which is an awe inspiring entrance and then follow the guided path through the open rooms. We didn't have the audio guide but would recommend as we walked away with more questions than answers. Believe it is only a few euro.
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Aussiequinns — Google review
If you visit Napoli this one is a must see. The biggest palace of Europe. You need at least 4-5 hours to see the palace and the gardens. Take the audio guide for the palace you will enjoy the tour inside the rooms and learn the history. The gardens are amazing with fountains and “pools” leading the way to a beautiful cataract at the end of a 3km walk through the garden. There is a bus that takes you an picks you up from there at a cost of 2,5euro but I strongly recommend to walk it of you can!!
Eleonora Markou — Google review
Absolutely stunning place to visit. Couldn’t really recommend it more as a day out. Definitely hire the electric bikes for 2 hours if you plan to explore all of the grounds without getting too tired!
Josh Day — Google review
Wow! The garden itself was I task to visit. I would recommend either the shuttle or the golf cart. We took the shuttle which need like 10min to arrive on the top edge of the garden. Beautiful, lush greenery which is very well kept.
Will G — Google review
A very colorful and interesting place.
Especially liked the garden and fountains.
Not liked a small number of places to relax in the palace itself, modern elements are displayed as authentic, a watering system in the morning...
In general, very pleasant and warm impressions. Definitely recommend a visit!
Ukrainian Betta Club — Google review
Outstanding place to visit.
Is a must in the area.
It takes about 5 hours to visit all with calm. It is the palace and the gardens.
There is a shuttle bus available (on 01/11/23 €2,50). The are bathrooms and also the golf car option for a 55 min. tour.
Gardens are amazing, the fountains as well.
Miguel Angel “Mike” Fajardo — Google review
This place is so big and fancy. The royal apartment is huge. The royal garden is massive, and you'll have to walk for a few miles or take a shuttle bus (which costs 2.5 euros).
Chavalit Supsrisunjai — Google review
It's a beautiful palace just outside of the train station and close to the city's center. It's packed with a lot of history and stunning rooms and furniture. The gardens are amazing, and you can't walk too much or are tight on time, there's a mini bus that can take you around, as well as some golf carts which you can rent. Highly recommend it, you will not regret it!
Sofia Roggero — Google review
Beautiful very grand Palace. Absolutely amazing and spectacular and huge!! Alot of gardens which seemed endless. Would need at least 3 hours there.
Priscilla Surfraz — Google review
The palace is enormous and an easy train ride from Naples. It’s an all day trip so bring your walking shoes. Special note: there is a very beautiful place hidden in the English Garden
Heather Eckert — Google review
I toured Reggia di Caserta… the Royal Palace. The grounds were absolutely stunning. I highly recommend walking from the palace to the fountain of Diana and Acteon. There is a lot to take in. If you take the golf cart or the bus you truly miss out on what the water basins mean and the fountains. With that being said…. I’m not telling you here either. lol. I also recommend seeing the kings apartment. It’s out of control huge and amazing. The marble work and golf leaf is incredible. Hint: pay attention to the floors. The majority I believe are hand painted and not marble.
All in all The Royal palace is a huge win! I’d go back again just to get my steps In. If you have at least a half a day open. This is what should take it up!
David De Maria — Google review
The history and architecture is absolutely amazing. And the grounds were so beautiful. Best to rent some bikes there if you want to fully see the outdoor space
Archaeological area protecting the ruins of Herculaneum, an ancient city destroyed by Vesuvius.
The most spectacular day out in history. Visit before a visit to Pompeii to get a sense of a more compact life. The site is amazing, so much to see, so many highlights and so much complete. We turned up and got tickets on the door, I would advice going early for this. The surrounding area is also amazing to give you a sense of everyday italian life. The bakery up the road is unreal.
Terry Husher — Google review
I'd heard it was better than Pompeii because the ruins were more complete. Kind of a difficult place to access on narrow streets. My travel partner's iPhone GPS took us to the back side of the property. We had to drive around to the front side through street flea markets in what appeared to be a very rough section of town. Finally made it. A very nice gentleman assisted me with parking. We were about to park in an illegal spot and get a ticket. Some of the more attractive exhibits were closed due to renovation. Guide books in English were out of stock so I had to take one in Italian. My internet didn't work very well so it was difficult to use online access to descriptive information.
The place gives great insight into first century A.D. Roman life. I especially liked seeing homes with the atria, mosaics and frescoes. To fully appreciate and explore it I would recommend allowing at least 3 to 4 hours or more. We didn't have that much time.
Dominic Carpin — Google review
I only found out this place existed while searching for Pompeii tickets. Herculaneum (Ercolano) was actually hit with ash before Pompeii and at a much higher temperature (500°C as opposed to 250°C in Pompeii). It is a lot less crowded than Pompeii and I would say a lot of things are better preserved. It is also much smaller so you don’t have to spend as much time exploring and it’s easy to not miss anything (unlike Pompeii). There are no restaurants or cafes inside however there are plenty choose from in the surrounding area. I highly recommend Pappamonte!
Kel Sangiorgi — Google review
I visited Pompeii years ago, and I wanted to see Herculaneum this time. I was not disappointed. 14€ admission plus 10€ for audio guide. Takes about 2 hours. Free, clean bathrooms at entrance. If you have to choose between the two, choose Pompeii. Easy walk from train station. If coming from Sorrento or Pompeii, you need to change trains 2 stops north of Pompeii. No need for reservations. No wait at 11 a.m. on Friday late October.
brian bird — Google review
I didn't feel too enthralled when we arrived in the car park, partly due to the torrential rain. However once we started walking around it was really interesting. Some of the information boards could do with refurbishing but I was pleased to find that some of the information was written in English. We had a very good guide who really brought the place to life. I was amazed by how well some of the murals and mosaics are preserved, and so colourful. Also fantastic that we could get so close to these ancient remains, and even walking on some of the mosaic floors. Definitely worth a visit and friends who have been to Pompeii said that they prefer Herculaneum even though its smaller.
Valerie Powell — Google review
The place is amazing! Less crowded than Pompeii but I feel that it's more intact.
You really get a sense of the Roman life there. A lot of little details were preserved.
Blaz Pivk — Google review
A must visit historic site (13€) much smaller in size than Pompeii but much better conservation of historic buildings. Clearly visible is the historic shoreline and harbor where several hundreds of skeletons were found as they tried to flee from the eruption. It also shows how thick the deposits from the volcano are, that once covered this site. Good parking (2€ per hour) near the main entrance, the city center (for lunch) is easily reached from the main entrance. A visit is absolutely recommended (get an audio guide), supplementary to Pompeii.
Mike Lahaye — Google review
We visited Herculaneum the day after we had a fantastic guided tour of Pompeii. We had learned so much during that tour that we felt it was unnecessary to do another guided tour. Therefore , we did Herculaneum in our own pace and we had an amazing day in this once so fabulous holiday resort by the sea. The buildings are better preserved than in Pompeii and you find lots of places with 2000 year old wooden planks. We spent about 3 hours wandering around the ancient city. It is much smaller than Pompeii, but there is so much amazing to see.
Vidar Steffensen — Google review
This place is fantastic. In my view much better than Pompeii: a fantastic, detailed little pamphlet (in various languages including English) is given with the entrance, so no need for a guide. Plus great views from on high before you descent into the site. The site is FAR less crowded than Pompeii, and much smaller. Regardless was there for about 2.5 hours. The ruins are in much better condition and there are some beautiful mosaics remaining. Lovely, well-fed cats walk around as well. Well-worth the entrance cost of about 13 euros. Easy and cheap train ride from Naples centre as well.
Jennifer Smith — Google review
Far less crowded than Pompeii but probably more stunning. Only the residential and shopping areas have been excavated, as the municipal buildings are under the modern town so can’t be excavated. But the quality of artifacts are amazing. The colours of the murals; carbonised staircases and roof beams; not to mention 400 skeletons of the unfortunate souls waiting for a boat that didn’t come.
You really get a sense of perspective of the amount of volcanic debris, since the current city is right against the excavation site.
A must-see experience. And make sure you have a guided tour!
Richard Grainger — Google review
As the other reviews have noted, this site is the companion to Pompeii. In my opinion, it's not better nor worse than Pompeii, but different and complementary. Because a city was built around and on top of the original city, the site is smaller, in a pit, surrounded by the current city of Herculaneum. But, the preservation of organic material, and the skeletons visible in what were the docks are striking.
Practical things to note:
1. The site is about 30 minutes outside Naples.
2. Tickets can be purchased on site.
3. Easy to navigate the site, but suggest an audio tour. Otherwise, you won't really know what you're looking at.
4. There are toilets and vending machines in the park. Bring change for the vending machines.
5. There is a little set of vendor booths outside the park with snacks and some souvenirs. These take cash and cards (though I think they prefer cash).
6. It's an archeological site: There are almost no even surfaces. Cobblestones, stepping up and down, etc.
Jason Noah — Google review
Phenomenal experience! Absolutely stunning frescoes and well preserved buildings give a look back into earlier life.
If you are in a hurry, do the tour with a guide. The streets are winding and you may not exit on your first try. Audio guide is good if you have time to wander.
AnJaneen Simenson — Google review
Amazing ruins!! There is an online guide that explains the background to the marked ruins and takes you round in order. The highlight for me were the mosaics in the baths. Tickets were €26 for a group of two which can be bought from the ticket office near the entrance. There is also parking nearby. Definitely worth a visit!
Olivia C — Google review
We decided to go here after speaking to a lot of people in Sorrento about Pompei and how much quieter this was. Can't compare as I haven't been to both but this was amazing. Definitely recommend it. We came be express train. Air conditioned trains and not to busy. €15/way/person
Chris Allen — Google review
Amazing experience however if I were to go again I would choose a cooler season. There's a lot of walking involved and not much shade to be found. The site has a few water fountains so make sure you carry a bottle. Also if you go in the summer a hat and any sort of fan is a must. Happy exploring.
Roxana Visan — Google review
Much smaller and easier to get around than Pompeii. Probably 2/3 hours is enough. Unfortunately there were a few areas closed including the baths which was disappointing but I suppose they've got to maintain these areas sometime.
However, gives a good insight into the past.
Didn't buy tickets in advance but a very little wait, not sure if it's like that all the time.
IAN HILL — Google review
Remarkable heritage of the historical village destroyed by in 79. All the remaining building s and living areas inspired us that the life in ancient Roman was even more convenient and highly developed than today.
Nothingnew — Google review
Overshadowed by Pompeii often but just as important to visit. Many of the ruins are more preserved than Pompeii. Much smaller site. We visited end of January and a dream, no crowds. Probably only 2 - 3 hours needed to do it all. A must visit!
Andrew Dunning — Google review
Well, astonishing to say the least. Civilised, modern living community, with hot drink and fast food outlets....even surplus cash to have a 'shocking' sculpture done to grab attention and raise a laugh....until the volcano ash came done that is! Well worth a visit.
Christopher Campbell — Google review
Went in the late fall in 2023. Beautiful and quiet, almost no crowds at all which allowed us to take our time and look around. There was an eery quietness to the day, with Mt Vesuvius overlooking the ruins.
There were plenty of places to sit throughout, and a clean bathroom.
There wasn't any real place to eat in the park, so either bring your own or stop at one of the places nearby just outside the park.
The mini museum has some fantastic things to see, it is quiet and clean.
If you have problems walking over rough terrain, or up and down hills you may have problems with this site. It's much smaller than Pompeii but still quite vast, and some very up and down areas. Rocky areas can be tricky and some areas are narrow going into.
Casertavecchia is a small settlement located in the north-east of Caserta, Italy. It was once a medieval village situated at the base of Tifatini Mountains with an elevation of approximately 401 meters. The name 'Casertavecchia' translates to "Old Caserta" in Italian. Today, it serves as a frazione (subdivision) of Caserta and has become a popular tourist destination due to its historical significance and picturesque surroundings.
Mount Vesuvius is a well-known volcano that caused the downfall of Pompeii in 79 AD. It offers an adventurous trek to its summit, but the journey can be challenging. Adequate preparation before embarking on this trip is crucial, as internet connectivity in the area is limited. A recommended platform for organizing such trips would be Get Your Guide.
There is not much to see here, but our tour guide has made the tour to be super fun and informative. We learnt a lot about the impact of volcanoes and how it is monitored, as well as the local perceptions on it. Also, excellent views of Naples and Pompei from here. No bathroom, so go before you hike up there. Very easy hike despite sandy / uneven terrain. Can be done in trainers.
Man Chun Siu — Google review
The mountain is sooo gorgeous 😍 BUT it's so hard to get here without taking excursion that we made it only from the second attempt.
What you should know about the park:
🌋Working hours changes every season, so check it on the official website. In November you could enter the park above 14:50.
🌋There no ticket office on the top, so you should by a ticket in advance online for certain time (entrance is every 20 minutes).
🌋The regular ticket price is 12€, for younger than 25 y. - 10€.
🌋The way from the entrance to the top approximately 15-20 minutes.
🌋You can leave your bags near the entrance.
There are some ways to get Vesuvio park:
📌 The most economic option is getting from Pompei by EAV bus. The price is 3.1€. The schedule you can find on the website visitpompeiivesuvius.com. Also, you can get on this bus on the stop in Torre del Greco.
📌Take taxi from Ercolano Scavi. We payed 10€/person.
📌Go to Ercolano Scavi and take an excursion which includes transfer and entrance ticket. It costs 25€ for everything.
📌Get by car. People say in the comments that the parking is not free and you should buy ticket for parking online.
Despite this difficulty, it was really incredible experience getting here. The view from the top is amazing!
Sofiya Pavliak — Google review
I give this place a 4 star for people that may like to see memorialized places. Honestly it is very uneventful and not much to see. It is quite a hike.
The breakdown of must know. You must get tickets in advance. Tickets are time of entry tickets so you’re not getting in early if you arrive early. Then you are supposed to by parking in advance. It is only 3€. The strange thing is we were assigned Lot A space 2. There is no lot and there is no attendant per say. We were just instructed to park wherever so no accountability. Next after parking the car you can walk the narrow steep road with fast moving busses just missing you or pay 10€ each person for the shuttle at the base. It’s about 1-2 mile ride before going into the park. There are no bathrooms at all. I saw one outhouse and it had a lock on it and said Staff Only. So plan accordingly. There are no bathrooms driving up the hill just a couple restaurants and they say buy something or no bathrooms.
The trail up to the volcano is steep and uneven with of course lava rock on it. There are a couple resting places in the way up. There were lots of tours and lots of 60+ year old doing it so can be done by most. Again no bathrooms but you have to walk through 3 souvenir shops on the way. We are in good shape and we reached the top in 30 minutes. Most tours stopped and view from the first viewpoint. You can continue to the top but it is another 5-10 minutes and it is mostly more of the same. So not necessary if your tired after the climb. The views of Napoli,Pompei, Capri and Ischia are breathtaking.
Overall if in the area why not but I don’t think I would make a special trip for it. Would be nice if they added som sort of services for the visitors. The top where all the busses are is crowded and hectic. Small space with lots of people and large busses turning around and honking.
David Molner — Google review
Very nice view, but there are no toilets! And the only one, apart from being really dirty, is outside from a souvenir shop where u have to buy something first. Would definitely go there once but not again.
Leo Liu — Google review
We drove our car to the foot of Mount Vesuvius. Parking quite close. Then we went on foot to the bonfire itself. We got hiking poles at the foot, so it was a little easier for us, because the path climbs quite steeply. At the top, of course, a brilliant view and an interesting dormant crater. We dealt quite a bit with the pesky gnat that stung and caused discomfort.
Bogdan Marcelan — Google review
Mount Vesuvius, viewed from Naples, presents an awe-inspiring and somewhat solemn spectacle. This infamous volcano, known for its catastrophic eruption in 79 AD that buried the ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, stands as a reminder of nature's unpredictable power. From a distance, Vesuvius has a grand and majestic appearance, dominating the skyline with its iconic conical shape. Its slopes, often shrouded in mist or clouds, add a touch of mystery to its imposing presence.
Though we couldn't experience Vesuvius up close, the view from Naples offered a unique perspective. The contrast of the bustling city life in Naples against the quiet, looming figure of Vesuvius creates a fascinating juxtaposition. The volcano, despite its dormant state, exudes a sense of latent power. As evening falls, the changing colors of the sky behind Vesuvius provide a beautiful backdrop, often enhancing its silhouette in a dramatic and picturesque manner.
For tourists, the view of Mount Vesuvius from Naples is not just a visual treat but also a moment to reflect on the rich historical and geological significance of this natural landmark. It's a reminder of the delicate balance between human civilization and the forces of nature. While it's a pity not to visit the volcano up close, seeing it from a distance still offers a memorable and thought-provoking experience.
Tim — Google review
It is not an easy trip to the top. But if you plan before coming, you will get there with no problems. Remember to download every document you need since the network connection is very very low over there. I used Get Your Guide for this trip.
Jo?o J?lio Alves Luiz — Google review
There were no tickets on the site to buy. You have to buy it online. We sow along the road signs with “tickets for Vesuvius”. So we stopped and a man gived us internet and helped us to buy ticket both for entrance and for car park. The tickets for the shuttle bus are sold separately. As you can't compare people, you can't compare places. Each one is beautiful in their way. If you know a bit about this volcano, Is a very interesting experience to see the cities that it destroyed, the huge crater with lines of smoke here and there and some spectacular views over Napoli 🥰. It is considered the most dangerous volcano because of the population living around it: 600000 in the danger zone. We went at the end of March and wasn't crowded at all. Also, I think that is only one toilet there, if you buy something from the shop. The people from the shop were nice and polite, they gave lollipops for free to my kids, and a drink made by themselves.
Lidia Voivod — Google review
Breathtaking views, easy climb (i even saw a couple with a toddler in a pushchair going up hill). the bus stops you next to the gate of the parc and from there is uphill. once up there there are some souvenir shops and a cafeteria.
Justin Schembri (Luckyboy) — Google review
Recommend the sightseeing but wow it was hot and strongly recommend hiking shoes and walking sticks if you plan to go all around. They have a gate and you have to ask permission to continue and follow the path. You end up where the bus drop es you of. Very interesting so carry plenty of water.
Victoria Gamboa — Google review
The volcano itself is an impressive natural wonder but the management and maintenance needs to be worked on. You need to buy a ticket for 11 euros online only to enter and select a specific time when you'll be there ( luckily there was free Wi-Fi at the entrance and the entrance staff helped me to fill the form). Then you have a 170m climb up and down - I wanted to go full circle around the crater, but it was not possible due to maintenance. Full of cheap souvenirs sellers along the hike, who all feel like a scam.. Could be an impressive natural wonder, but terrible management makes the experience bad..
Julius Zemgulys — Google review
As it is often confusing, check out the review for the "National Park Vezuvio" where I explained how to get here. Here I'll only review the top as a natural phenomenon. It's great, although when I visited it was snowing and rumbling so I didn't see anything at all, but that's also pretty in a different way.
Marin “SayanMk” Kolev — Google review
Never get the €3.20 bus from Pompeii. It’s a scam they take you to the top they only inform you once you have no internet you must book online to get in. If you go on website about the volcano they all say pay at gate with cash this was not in fact the case. Pre book tickets. When we got up there some man wanted us to use our credit card on his phone to get tickets.. for a tourist attraction everything and everybody spoke Italian which seemed a bit off. Only go if you are prepare to be scammed
Immy Folan — Google review
Absolutely huge volcano located close to Naples! In order to get there you need to catch a bus from Ercolano or Pompei. You can also catch a taxi (that looks like a shuttle bus but with a sign saying taxi) which will cost you around €50 for round trip. Keep in mind that there is an entrance fee for the volcano which in €10. Furthermore, you can't stay there for as long as you like because there is a fixed time. The maximum time you can spend is 2 hours. From the entrance to the top takes around 45 minutes. There are 3 checkpoints with food and beverages where you can chill for a bit. It is very hot on the path and there aren't any trees. Bring old or mountain shoes with you because the path is covered with ash and you will ruin your shoes. Overall, a pretty tough and costly trip but it was something different and interesting.
Martin Zagorov — Google review
This was definitely worth seeing. It makes you realise just how insignificant we are.
Tickets must be bought in advance. None are sold on site. There is no wifi on the mountain, and if you turn up without a ticket, you will not be allowed in. The entry tickets are timed, but they allow entry for up to an hour after the stated time, which was good as I missed the bus!
You can catch the EAV bus from two points in Pompei. It can leave five minutes early, so give ample time. The first stop is at the Pompeii Piazza Anfiteatro entrance. The stop is a little way past the entrance across the road from Ristorante Corallo. The other stop is outside the Pompeii Scavi Station. However, at this stop, you risk the bus being full and unable to take more passengers.
The ticket checkers at Mount Vesuvius were rude in their approach, to the point where they were trying to humiliate the people entering. It's totally unnecessary and needs to be dealt with.
It is a long, hot, steep climb to the volcano. The surface is loose, so wear good shoes. There are cafes and souvenir shops along the way, but they are pricey. There was a toilet at one of the shops, but you had to buy something to use it.
There are a number of viewing areas so you can get a good look into the volcano. You get to walk around about half of it. It took about an hour to get up and walk around.
Keep an eye on the time because there are limited buses, and it is a long walk back. If the bus is full, you will need to wait for the next one. The bus drops off at the same place they pick up.
Jenny Clate — Google review
Mount Vesuvius is a must visit if you are in this part of Italy.
Apart from the breathtaking views that you can enjoy amazing is of course the sensation of climbing an active volcano and actually seeing its majestic caldera. Walking around the brim of the volcano is a beautiful experience.
The climb from the parking where all buses and cars stop is around 20min. and achievable for people from all ages with their own paces.
My personal advice, book a ticket couple of days/weeks, depending of the season, so you can guarantee yourself an entry. There are certain time slots for visiting and once you choose you have to be precise at reaching the entry point around that time.
Yuliyana Chalakova — Google review
Overall experience is very pleasant. I received detailed insteuctions how to find office that will provide ticket and transportation. It takes 20 minutes by train. I arrived 30 minutes before department and I was told group will joint ten minutes before departure. I took last available tour at 15:00. Some busses are good , some are even better but there is no A/c. Actually it it better to adapt to heat on top of mountain. There are several spots with drinks and during a day you can enjoy spectacular view. On the was back we 'received" free limoncello taštine. Actually a promo to buy some drinks and it is nice
x y — Google review
Booked this as a twin center excursion through TUI, which was this lovely mountain/volcano and Pompei ruins after.
This place is so beautiful with amazing views, I would recommend good walking shoes here as is very gravely on the track up.
Also gets very hot early on till near the summit where it cools.
It's a fairly easy trek up if you pace it with little kiosks on the journey up selling water etc.
You are rewarded with 360 degree views all the way up to the summit and the crater gives a good idea of the magnitude of the explosion.
You get a feeling of a big achievement for doing it and take great memories with you, well worth doing.
Lee Downton — Google review
The grand and magnificent volcanic cono is a must visit point when you are around Napoli to spend one day to walk up to it. One
Nothingnew — Google review
An easy stroll to the top on paths made of pumice and shingle.
Amazing views of the crater and the surrounding towns. Well worth a visit.
Shame about the souvenir shop on the top!!
Lynzi Bennett — Google review
Visiting Mount Vesuvius is an amazing experience, the sights are wonderful and the trail is well kept. Be aware, if you want to do the gran cono trail that leads to the summit, you need to buy tickets online in advance. Tickets are 9€ and can be bought on the website of the mount vesuvius national park.
Christian Guérin — Google review
Nice views of the volcano! But check in advance the visibility towards the coast. The smog (I assume) was not letting to see anything.
Alberto YP — Google review
Not fun, went to the top after paying for three shuttle service only to find that the tickets were sold in a very unintuitive manner, very difficult to purchase. Ended up going back without ever seeing the top. Great place but fix the way tickets are sold. Grazie.
Saurabh Jha — Google review
The view is nice, but if trail number 5 is closed, then it's a very short walk. Tickets are only available online and cost 10 euros. You can get there by bus from Pompeii which is €3.80. Pompeii can be reached by trenitalia train from Naples, and the price is 2.50 euros. If you leave from erculiano with Vesuvios Express it is more expensive, there the price of the bus is 12 euros. As well as the price of the train is 15 euros. If taken for the previous or next stop it is 2.20 euros. There is quite a nice view from the Volcano.
Nik Bo — Google review
Vesuvius has erupted many times since. It is the only volcano on Europe's mainland to have erupted in the last hundred years. It is regarded as one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world because 3,000,000 people live near enough to be affected by an eruption, with at least 600,000 in the danger zone. This is the most densely populated volcanic region in the world. Eruptions tend to be violent and explosive; these are known as plinian eruptions.
Eu Vio — Google review
Pre-booked a service from Naples to Mount Vesuvius and Pompeii, with pizza lunch included, but it's fairly accessible with public transport too.
The driver dropped us at the entrance of Mount Vesuvius and then we had to walk up the hill to the guides' meeting point. The guide itself lasted only a few minutes because of the strong winds.
The crater is steaming in places and the view is amazing. Can also get a panoramic view of the region, incl. Naples & Capri. At the top you can find a couple of souvenir shops that also sell refreshments, all fairly priced.
Elena Marouchou — Google review
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Uphill Positano street leading to the beach with some hotels & Amalfi Coast views.
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Reawakened Ancient City: Archaeological Areas of Pompeii
Historical place
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Piazza Bartolo Longo, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy
I'll never travel to Matera without this trip planner again
Parco del Grassano is a picturesque forested riverside park located at the Fonti del Grassano, nestled at the base of Monte Pugliano. The park offers a serene natural setting with clear, cold water flowing among willows, poplars, and reed beds that provide an ideal habitat for various water bird species. Visitors can enjoy activities such as canoeing, picnicking, and playing in the park while also having access to amenities like a restaurant and bar.
The park was really beautiful, there are so many things to do such as canoeing, bbq, having a picnic and playing in the park. There is also a restaurant and a bar. There are many animals, plants and trees; it was really clean and lovely. It is great for family and couples
Nabil Yousef — Google review
Perfect for a day out in nature but close to towns. Equipped with bbqs outdoor, the restaurant is also very good
Diana — Google review
The park was really beautiful, there are so many things to do such as canoeing, bbq, having a picnic and playing in the park. There is also a restaurant and a bar. There are many animals, plants and trees, it was really clean and lovely. It is great for family and couples
Nabil Yousef — Google review
Nice park. Lots of different wildlife. Plenty of shade. Many different BBQ Areas. Kayaking. The water is always cool... Some muskrats moved in recently. The restaurant is also good.
Blaine Carrington — Google review
Enjoyed our visit. Great place to visit for a picnic (not cheap but clean and well looked after) boats were fun 😊
Steve Marples — Google review
Beautiful place,I went there with family plenty space very clean kids have a lot fun
Tomczyk Martha — Google review
Lovely place to spend an afternoon, the water is the cleanest I have ever seen in my life! It’s not that big so it’s not an experience in the wild or anything, it’s a curated park, perfect for families. There is a nice restaurant there
Gauri De Santis — Google review
A quiet and nice place!
Francesco Colace — Google review
Wonderful, relaxing place😊
Gio Izzo — Google review
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Via Grassano, 1, 82035 San Salvatore Telesino BN, Italy
Dating from the 1100s, this monastery has a modern basilica, museum & revered Madonna image.
A place of stunning beauty.
Wonderful views of Avellino.
Jim Cummins — Google review
Emozionante, facilmente raggiungibile, ben organizzato, pulito. Mi è piaciuta moltissimo la cripta con le reliquie dei Santi, in particolare San Modestino.
Exciting, easily accessible, well organized, clean. I really liked the crypt with the relics of the saints, especially San Modestino. On the spot you will find a bar, stalls with local products.
Spannend, leicht zugänglich, gut organisiert, sauber. Mir gefiel die Krypta mit den Reliquien der Heiligen, vor allem San Modestino, wo es eine Bar und Stände mit lokalen Produkten gibt
Захватывающий, легкодоступный, хорошо организованный, чистый. Мне очень понравился склеп с мощами святых, особенно Сан-Модестино. На месте вы найдете бар, киоски с местными продуктами.
K Maria Moro — Google review
Place for prayers, reflection and faith. Wonderful views, beautiful history on how San Guglielmo da Vercielli ( saint Willian from Montevergine) founded the Monastery. Then the history of the Madonna di Monteverdine.
Some of the Relics in the Monastery are S. William and Beato Giulio.
My 3rd time in the Monastery.
Emanuel Cavallini — Google review
We chose to visit the monastery randomly, mainly because of the very nice road, and because it placed on the top of the mountain - we wanted to see the view from the top.
We were rewarded by snow (!) In the second half of February, and by really great place that is worth visiting!
We haven't walked into the forest because we weren't equiped for the deep snow, but we sure that in any other period the walks should be very nice.
We're highy recommending the monastery for visiting!
Misha Shklyar — Google review
Nice place to visit. If you don't want to hassle with italian traffic just take cableway from the bottom of the mountain.
Tad Odrakiewicz — Google review
I felt very uplifted, blessed coming to the sanctuary of montevergine. Everything about this place is just spectacular.
I’m very happy that my father in law took me to this place.
Michel B — Google review
Best view, Calming and highly recommend to the visit this church in winter❄️🤍
Himash Wijesundara — Google review
Beautifil cathedral set in the mountains, in a fantastic place where you can breathe a mystical atmosphere. Wonderful
Roberto Montefusco — Google review
Perched atop the mountain, the sanctuary is a treasure trove of wonders. Not only does it offer a sweeping view from the rock that showcases the city below, but inside, the museum exhibits are truly remarkable and captivating. While the ascent can be challenging, the combination of awe-inspiring vistas and enlightening displays make the journey entirely worth it. A must-visit for nature lovers and history buffs alike. Highly recommended!
Ievgen T. (jjet47) — Google review
Interesting place. A deep atmosphere. In fact a little bit creapy especially the saloon where are the paintings of individuals and their bad experiences in life. Nice place for short mountain trips
The Centro Storico in Salerno is a must-visit, offering a fascinating exploration of the city's rich history dating back to ancient times. The area has been continuously inhabited, bearing witness to significant events that have shaped its character. Walking through Centro Storico allows visitors to immerse themselves in the storied past of Salerno and experience its enduring legacy firsthand.
The Villa Comunale di Salerno is a lush public park with refreshing shaded walkways, elegant sculptures and the historic Fontana del Tullio dating back to 1790. This delightful garden offers respite from the heat of summer and is a small but stunning oasis in the heart of the city. Visitors can also enjoy water ice, a local specialty similar to Italian granita, available within its grounds just like in Philly or Manyunk.
Very nice place to sit and rest !!! It has magical Christmas decoration! I adore the Garden of Salerno!!!!
Evelina Lacheva — Google review
An amazing moment of the year (December)
Giorgio Vernarecci — Google review
A beautiful park.
Yordan Yordanov — Google review
Small but beautiful park. An enjoyment during the hot summer
Sviatoslav Stetskovych — Google review
You can get water ice here just like in Philly and Manyunk.
Chris Nash — Google review
Very nice garden, with a lot of shade to stay in the hot summer days!
Sivan Elkabes — Google review
Very clean, plenty of shade, beautiful views, lots of benches and nice foliage
Blake Futcher — Google review
A Little gewel for the city centre of Salerno It has Inside a big variety of plants and a Little pony. You can taste insiede the traditional Amalfi coast lemon granita. Is available a pubblic toilet.
The Catholic cathedral Cattedrale di Santa Maria degli Angeli, San Matteo e San Gregorio VII is an ornate church with a large bell tower, pipe organ and numerous mosaics, statues and relics dating back to the year 1084. Visitors can also admire the historic landmarks of Salerno such as Castello di Arechi and Lungomare Trieste while learning about the local heritage. The cathedral's atrium is pleasant but its interior lacks impressive features despite Moriah decorations.
Nice feeling. The cathedral is nice but the crypt is stunning. I could have stayed there forever. There was a service going on with singing when I went; it made it even better.
Ali Altaf Salemwala — Google review
We visited on a weekday, and fortunately, due to lunchtime, the church was nearly empty, making it incredibly easy for us to take pictures and then sit and relax in the tranquility of the environment. The marble work was exceptional, and the artistic details were simply stunning.
Mazhar Hameed — Google review
The cathedral's atrium is really nice, however the inside is not very remarkable, despite the Moriah decorations.
What is remarkable though is that the cathedral apparently has St. Matthew's tomb.
Sander Hoogendoorn — Google review
I loved the mosaics so colorful and also being of primarily women. Mary and many angels which you typically don’t see at churches. Plus the geometric shapes on the alters. So great that they offer QR code to look up to get the background on what you are seeing. It was a really nice church.
Brenda M — Google review
One of the most magnificent cathedrals we have ever seen. Must see if you are anywhere near Salerno. We saw many cathedrals, churches etc while in Italy and this one is at the top of the list. Underground is the tomb of St. Matthew the Apostle which is even more breathtaking than the cathedral. Mosaics every inch.
Art Ben — Google review
Very beautiful and charming in Salerno Italy. I think I am so lucky to have a chance to visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria. The ticket was € 6 for the senior and you can use it to visit the museum as well. So I highly recommend that anyone go to Salerno Italy 🇮🇹 ❤️🌷
Sudha Lyoness — Google review
It is nice to sit on the stairs during sunnyday 🌞
Laco. Zach — Google review
Amazing place, the cript is something that I have not seen before, the details on the ceiling.
Alexandru Chircu — Google review
The Cathedral of Salerno, a sacred sentinel nestled within the heart of the city, stands as a timeless testament to the spiritual heritage of this ancient Italian enclave. Its soaring spires and weathered stones bear witness to centuries of devotion, each stone imbued with the whispers of countless prayers, the echoes of celestial harmonies.
This venerable cathedral, a masterpiece of architectural splendor, is a symphony of styles, a tapestry woven by the hands of time. Its roots stretch back to the 11th century, a majestic blend of Norman and Romanesque influences, with its mighty columns and rounded arches that evoke a sense of solemnity and grace.
As one crosses the threshold of this sacred sanctum, they are greeted by a luminous nave, bathed in the ethereal glow of stained glass windows that dance with the hues of a thousand sunsets. The flickering candlelight casts flickering shadows upon the ancient frescoes that adorn the walls, each brushstroke a testament to the devotion of artists who sought to capture the divine in pigment and canvas.
Above, a soaring vaulted ceiling seems to touch the heavens, its intricate ribbed patterns resembling the very fingers of angels reaching down to caress the faithful below. A sense of awe envelops those who stand beneath this celestial canopy, a reminder of the divine majesty that has inspired countless souls through the ages.
Within the hallowed depths of the cathedral lies a treasury of relics and sacred artifacts, each a fragment of the city's storied past, each a link to the eternal. Pilgrims and seekers of solace alike come to kneel before these sacred relics, their whispered prayers ascending like incense to the heavens.
And so, the Cathedral of Salerno endures, a living testament to faith and artistry, a beacon of hope in a world ever-changing. It is a place where time itself seems to stand still, where the mortal and the divine converge in a timeless dance of devotion and grace.
Ugo Terzi (Golfo di Salerno) — Google review
Somebody else mentioned it is free to visit but it definitely was not when we went unless the fee was misleading and was only meant for the other two sites, the museum of the diocese and the smaller church nearby. The entry for all 3 sites cost 10 Euro for adults and 6 Euro for children. As others mentioned, the crypt of the cathedral is stunning and well worth seeing. The church nearby is very ornate but small. I could have skipped that as I have found the museum more interesting.
Ganime Betül AKIN — Google review
This church is definitely a hidden gem in this busy and materialism metro.
It is completely open to the public. Its rich history is embedded in the chapels. And the statues weather there in the courtyard or inside of the cathedral.
It's breathtaking to walk down the aisle or sit at the per bench. There is no one hovering overyou when you walk around, sit down, or touch the history to feel the life from the subjects there on display.
Make sure you read all the displays and check out each chapel. A good one hour stop is definitely worthwhile.
Jon Huang — Google review
I totally agree that any archaic paintings take money to preserve and maintain. But a regional duomo that charges €10 and bundles with other insignificant (yeah, that’s the word, because there are many things to see in the world) buildings? I’ll spend time on the beautiful ocean instead.
Etienne Ray — Google review
Very pretty yet simple at ground level while incredibly intricate top to bottom in the crypt. A must see even if you aren't religious. Many sarcophagi from 12th-18th centuries.
Scott Drescher — Google review
Super gorgeous. Don’t miss the crypt downstairs. That’s the best part.
Tina Cartwright — Google review
Very beautiful, it's free to enter, and I would recommend paying 1 euro to go downstairs and see the burial chamber.
Filip Frank Jørgensen — Google review
This is an incredibly beautiful and characterful cathedral worth visiting if you’re in Salerno. It was a Sunday when we visited and the morning mass was finishing so we entered for free. The courtyard is picturesque with some old statues and the bell tower above. The inside of the cathedral is strikingly white with a painted dome which is quite a nice contrast. It’s filled with natural light so it’s worth a stop to spend some time.
The Arch of Trajan, constructed around 114 A.D., is a significant Roman gateway adorned with intricate stone carvings. It was built in honor of Emperor Trajan and serves as a reminder of the glorious Roman past. The arch is well-preserved and provides an excellent opportunity to capture stunning photographs. The surrounding area boasts numerous coffee shops that add to the charm of the quaint town of Benevento.
Very well preserved Roman era Arch, great historical center with many shops and restaurants to sit down and have a drink or bite to eat. Benevento is a must to visit!
Alex C — Google review
Let's you imagine the glorious Roman past as it was built between 114 and 117 (as per wikipedia). Nice little place to visit. Perfect for pictures. Has many awesome coffee shops nearby that makes the place worth the visit when in Benevento.
Trisha Srivastava — Google review
Beautiful and the city is amazing as well!
Sonia Cook — Google review
Place is amazing as any old Roman staff. Only people do not respect the limits and goes inside the area taking pics, and jumping on the monument and no security to check and protect the place. No need tickets is open air
Eleonora Albertoni — Google review
A must visit for all Benavento turists
José Rosa — Google review
Very well preserved and nice to see. Benevento is a quaint town.
David Rollo — Google review
Historical monument next to a central pedestrian street of the city of Benevento. In very good condition it shows the beauty of the place in previous years.
Nikolas Barou — Google review
Great monument and museum nearby. Learned a lot about Trajan and his exploits there.
The Archaeological Park of Paestum is a complex of ancient temples dedicated to Hera, Athena, and Neptune, alongside an amphitheater and a museum. Located in the Cilento region of Italy, this park showcases well-preserved Greek ruins dating back to the sixth century BC. It offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and cultural legacy of Magna Grecia, the Greek Empire that once thrived in southern Italy before Roman conquest.
Amazing!! Definitely worth the drive down to see some of the most well preserved ancient greek ruins. The highlight is the three temples but there are also other ruins and a small museum. Tickets were €12 per person which we bought there. There is also parking nearby which is convenient and a fair few restaurants to stop at before or after. Overall a great place to visit!
Olivia C — Google review
Love this place lot's of ancient things to see went today on a guided tour with group and we all enjoyed it. They got lots of Greek ancient artifacts which I think is well preserved . Just make sure you put some sunscreen before going as it's an open area. Take your cap and sunglasses as well. We also visited the museum nearby and overall it was an amazing travel. It's one of the most amazing sites for me for my trip. Try visiting them and hope you'll like it as well.
Micy Armoush — Google review
Breath taking views on temples of Neptune Hera and Athena . Ticket is for temple area and also fo museum on opposite side. No chance to buy any water on site so remember to bring one in hot days. You will need few hours to see everything.
Tad Odrakiewicz — Google review
Paestum is one of the best places in Italy to see Greek ruins and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
It has three spectacular Greek temples, two Hera Temples close to each other, one has massive colonnades, quite astounding. The third Athena Temple is further away. The original sea wall and guard towers from the Greek colony are pre-Roman and still standing.
The extensive area which is open to the public includes civic buildings, the Roman forum and amphitheatre, paved roadways and ruins of residential buildings. Pathways are kept clear, but tall grass and flowers drown many of the low walls and tumbled masonry.
Well worth the visit if in the area. Toilets on site. It's a short walk from the train station.
Paul B — Google review
A trio of some of best preserved Greek temples (pre-Roman) in the world. Is it worth visiting? A resounding yes. Best way to get there is by train from Naples (fastest train is about 1h each way). Train station is an easy walk from the ruins. The museum is also interesting , a magnificent collection of funerary frescoes that are worth seeing.
Chris C — Google review
Worth visiting, the site is beautiful. We went mid June around lunch time, it was hot but luckily not that busy, there is no shade so plenty sunscreen and a hat will help.
We got tickets at the door, seems like on their website there are discounted tickets, but they said it must be wrong, the cost is more. Maybe there is a different price for tourists, who knows.
Although the architecture was humbling, the grass could have been kept neater.
Overall definitely worth the visiting together with the museum at the end.
Diana Galatis — Google review
Been wanting to visit here for years. So worth the wait. No crowds, cheap admission and jaw dropping temples!! Must see despite it being 2 hours from the Amalfi coast!
Mark Jones — Google review
The Archaeological Park of Paestum, also known as Poseidonia, is an unbelievably well-preserved historical landmark. Including 3 of the most well-known Doric temples in the world and several archaeological sites of great interest, the park is an open-air museum. Visiting is a must, especially if you're under 25: the entry will only set you back of 3 euros!
Matteo Gambino — Google review
It was a very rainy day, so we didn't have quite the experience we were looking for as we rushed through the park because it was so wet. That being said, we had the park to ourselves, and it is a magnificent experience. The ruins are amazing, and I would highly recommend seeing this. Also, the museum is wonderful and very informative.
Cheri Southwick — Google review
Very well kept and interesting archeological site with ancient Greek temples and "newer" Roman republican ruins. There are 3 well preserved Doric temples and the less ancient Roman city ruins. The park is very large and there is a Museum worth seeing for artifacts, frescoes and the famous "diver" fresco.
It is only a 10 minutes walk from the Paestum railroad station.
The Regional train departs from Napoli almost every hour and it takes about 75 minutes from Salerno just 35 minutes.
Luca De Simone — Google review
Fantastic place to visit so well preserved. In a lovely location. Toilets and water fountains. Nice little museum as well. Shops and cafes nearby were enjoyed by our party.
Paul Kimber — Google review
This is one of the wonders of Italy! Three magnificent temples still standing and the outlines of the city. The original sea wall and guard towers from the Greek colony are pre-Roman and still standing.
A must visit place.
Clive McIntyre — Google review
Paestum is beautiful, our first time there.
Difficult to get to if you don’t have a car.
The Greek ruins are 600BC and a must see if you go there.
Paul Austin — Google review
Much better and bigger than I expected. Definitely not to miss when you’re in the area. Need at least 1 hour but 2-3 hour’s minimum is best. Really interesting not just for the massive main structures but also the history of the totally ruined areas like arenas and amphitheatre. Also the museum is very good. I recommend buying the small guide book. in Nov 2023 it was only 6 Euro.
Byron Sheardown — Google review
Where Greece ends the Roman empire begins. - Paestum is the ancient city where it happens. It takes your breath away when you first set your eyes on it - it gets better from there.
No need to book in advance. Train from Central station in Napoli takes just over an hour. Great walk among ancient ruins. Good local restaurants around. Toilet facilities are in order and available. App guide is available and it works great taking you around the perimeter.
Just go. Don't think. Just go.
Blaž Alič — Google review
A grand archeological swath of history to saunter and roam about. Visually stunning Greek temples with remnants of a thriving community dating back to the 500s BC. The museum across the street (which is included in your ticket price) is also a necessary component to see the historic evolution of the Greco Roman site. On a good day, give it a good three hours between the two. If you can make it back at night, the lit structures will excite your senses.
Jim Migliorini — Google review
We drove all the way from Bari just to visit this amazing archaeological site ! For the price of just 16€ you get access on the enormous site of poseidonia and the museum witch is located nearby . Truly a once in a lifetime experience .
Irene Moustopoulou — Google review
An amazing site. Entry was expensive at 16 euros but we were able to see all we needed to walking along the road next to the site without going in. I was here 40 years ago when there was one little kiosk at it was all just in a field. Now very busy even in October. There was easy parking right at the site for 3 euro.
Fergus Nelson — Google review
Absolutely incredible. Probably the best kept ancient Greek ruins outside of Greece. Well worth the detour!
Highly suggest you take a hat for the sun and some water... It gets incredibly warm.
Skyduke — Google review
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Via Magna Graecia, 919, 84047 Capaccio Paestum SA, Italy
The Temple of Athena is an ancient archaeological site dating back to 500 BCE that still stands today, offering visitors a glimpse into Italy's rich history. Located in Paestum, the area is popular for walks and natural scenery, with beaches and other temples also nearby. The Tempio di Cerere offers insights into the history of Paestum while a paid parking lot outside provides convenience along with dog-friendly policies. Visitors can enjoy the museum across the street using their ticket from visiting the temple.
Great place to go for a walk and enjoy the scenery as well as a beautiful part of Italy's history
Dominique de Kort — Google review
Stunning ancient ruins. Well worth visiting. Good interpretation throughout site. Allow at least 2 hours to look around. Tickets can be bought at entrance. Bathrooms at entrance. Parking nearby, also cafes and restaurants.
Julia Thomas-Everard — Google review
If you are interested in history then awesome.
If no sun, don’t visit. Best for sunset view.
Deepak Sharma — Google review
The temples and compound here are as impressive as the Acropolis and Parthenon in Athens. Huge grounds and amazing ruins. Would take 3-4 hours to see all the ruins and that's not including the museum next door. Well preserved and accessible, you can actually walk through the houses, shops, temples, etc. Great experience.
Justin Rakes — Google review
We really loved this. You can do a short or long self tour. Incredible history. It’s mind blowing.
Joseph DeIorio — Google review
It is incredible how something from more than 2000 years still there... a piece of story, download the paestum app from store to enjoy each stop/mark with explanations about the site.
Paid parking outside, dogs allowed, family ticket save some money with kids, the ticket give you the possibility to visit the museum across the street.
Jefferson Andrade — Google review
One of the oldest still standing structures of Italy, this temple was built in 500 BC, worth a visit if you are visiting the region.
Andrej Chernysh — Google review
Wawww. It's a MUST to visit if you are in arrea.
Florin-Emil Filip — Google review
Wonderful place!
Peaceful, very well maintained. If you want to get out of the busy city, just go there, visit and sit under a tree.
Avish Babajee — Google review
Among the three temples in Paestum, the temple of Athena stands out as the only one whose attribution to the goddess is confirmed. This site preserves the remnants of ancient metopes and triglyphs, which unfortunately no longer exist. Notably, an intriguing sacrificial altar can also be found here. I wholeheartedly recommend visiting this captivating location.
Matteo Gambino — Google review
Pasteum was a wonderful Greek ruin! The whole site was very interesting and fascinating. I haven't made it to Greece so this was a pretty good warm up! Beautiful town and surrounding area too!
Janice Crongeyer — Google review
Good to visit if you are in the neighborhood, takes about an hour and a half including the museum if you pass all the sites.
Don’t go in midday as there is almost no to none shade around the walking paths.
The temples are nice to see, however the rest of the ruins not very special. 1 or 2 mozaïks that you can see and the rest just stones
Daan Vos — Google review
Very nice place. Not too crowded. Definitely worth a visit
Gitte Joo Madsen — Google review
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Parco Archeologico di, Via Magna Graecia, 919, 84047 Paestum SA, Italy
Velia is a seaside resort with 6 km of sandy beaches and a mild climate, making it an excellent destination for travelers. The town center offers various amenities such as shops, supermarkets, and dining options. Nearby Velia holds cultural significance due to its school of philosophy Eleatics and well-preserved ancient Greek arched town gate, Porta Rosa.
Good surprise, I was expecting a smaller location but it is worth visiting.
The only pity is that price is linked to Paestum (so, to pay back your visit you need to visit both)
manucsn — Google review
Actually in this park you have more to imagine than to see, but for its importance for the development of occidental thought and for some uniquities I highly reccomend it. Here you can see the only one Greek Arch discovered in the world. Velia/Elia gave birth to Parmenide and Zenone , two of the most important philosopher of the ancient world whose thought had big influence on Socrates. Parmenide was the first to think that only with rationality one can understand world, and with his intelligence he understood that god need to be, one , with no parts, with no beginning and end, everywere. Zenone, his follower founded the "ad absurdum" way of thinking, of top importance to solve matematical and philosopical problems. On top there is a medieval tower with beautiful seaview. Prepare to climb and descend, so better to have gym shoes and a bottle of fresh water. This archaeological park is still mostly uncovered: only 10% of the area is carved out.
Ale Galavotti — Google review
Historical site with excavations of an ancient city to explore on your own.
A couple of signs explain what you see in front of you.
Unfortunately, the access to the higher grounds on the hill have not been available for the last 90 min of their opening times.
Pa Mo — Google review
Not (yet) as rich as Pæstum but still interesting and enjoyable. With Covid accompanied tours are mandatory, which actually improves the experience. Very hot in summer, bring sporty shoes because it's a bit of a trek around.
Roberto Chiaveri — Google review
Magnificent location for this ancient city founded by the Greeks in the 5th century BC. It is well worth visiting in conjunction with a trip to the more famous Paestum about 50km to the north-west of Velia/Elea.
alex passmore — Google review
It’s pitty that this place looks like abandoned. Not really taken care by anyone.
It could be really nice place to discover with beautiful view for a valley. No one is taking care of it and soon it will become jungle. I’m sorry for those who lost time here…
Kamil NOWAK — Google review
Elea is a hidden surprise for archaelogy fans. It is larger than Pompei, but only 5% excavated. It features Greek, Roman and medieval architecture. Especially positive was the FREE GUIDED TOUR that we got when arriving, but it was in Italian. From the tour we learned a lot about the high importance of the ancient city and some famous inhabitants, that most of us have heard about already. Anyway, the site has quite a lot of explanatory signs in english. Combine the trip with a beach dip at Ascea and the day is yours to enjoy.
As an additional bonus, the site has some Pokémon GO stops and arenas.
Suggested! Have a nice trip over here. It's magical. You can have a tour spending 2,50€ each person and you can enjoy the natural path through the waterfalls to the big one. There are some wooden bridges in order to cross the rivers and reach the big waterfall at the end of the trip. There's a nice big parking area for vehicles and a picnic area with services.
Fabio Monaco — Google review
Such a beautiful, fairytale-like place! It's definitely worth a visit! The nature ist green and healthy and the water is so clear.. The walk up to the cascade is quite short and nicely to walk for everyone, also for kids. Only difficult thing you should be aware of: Don't follow Google maps, but the signs to Valle della Caccia, since you have to purchase the biglietti a few km away from the entrance!
So J — Google review
Another good value attraction at €2.50. The walk would be a little bit difficult for those who find walking. It's not an attraction for those in wheelchairs. All the same we thought it was well worth the money.
Brian S — Google review
Magical place, beautiful, staff is super friendly and keep it immaculate. A mast visit for waterfall lovers(you can drink the water directly from the font)
G Dalcielo — Google review
Great place to enjoy nature. There’s a 30 minutes walk through trees (walking slowly takes around 1 hour)
Javi G93 — Google review
Beautiful location with a magnificent waterfall at the top. Tickets must be bought from the information office in Senerchia first. €3 for adults and older children, young children are free. Parking is available on site for €3 and must also be purchased at the information office.
James Kehoe — Google review
Great experience, kids are happy with the waterfall. Quite environmental is very suitable for this hot summer, we felt peaceful there.
The Pertosa-Auletta Grotte is a popular tourist attraction that offers underground tours of fascinating limestone caves and tunnels adorned with stalactites and stalagmites. Additionally, visitors can enjoy a small boat ride along the cave river. The parking facility in front of the caves makes it convenient for tourists to access them easily. While booking beforehand is recommended, there may be options for on-the-spot availability as well.
Spectacular place to visit, highly recommend.
Audio tours available, ask when you buy tickets.
Can get cold in the grotte, bring a light jacket.
Mostly a walking tour, will need to walk up a hill to get to entrance but it's a beautiful grotte you are sure to enjoy!
Katrina — Google review
A wonderful tour inside the caves, walking and sailing on a small boat accompanied by an expert guide. Safe for elderly people, too. For foreign visitors there's an audioguide service available.
Roberto Chiaveri — Google review
Great place, big cave with plenty stalactites and stalagmites.
First part of excursion - cave lake/river, then - walking, something about 1.2 km.
The cave is huge and well lighten, so that's ok even for people with a small claustrophobia :)
irko mai — Google review
Caves are very nice, especially short boat ride. A little bit pricy in my opinion but worth it.
As English speaking tourists we got earpiece with explanation of key points. This was a little bit of a trouble because Italian speaking guide was speaking for several minutes and English recording was 1 minute or less on each of 9 stops, so I presume recordings do not say everything and we were left alone with it. We needed to be a little bit in the end of group because explanation of recordings to the kids was disturbing other Italian speaking tourist.
Some of LEDs were broken and flashing which should not take place.
Group photo taken by the end of tour costs 5 Euros in nearby cafe.
Tomasz Bogucki — Google review
Nice cave with some impressive spaces. Even a little boat ride in the cave river. Parking in the front for€3 very convinient. Usually booking required but when I was there it was not busy so waited for an hour to get a tour of about 2 hours with the guide. Posibile to combine visit to the cave and Padula monastery which is not far but check opening time as they are closed on different days.
John Matrix — Google review
The Pertosa-Auletta caves are located in the municipality of Pertosa. The caves consist of a vast complex of karst cavities and develop in the massif of the Alburni Mountains along the left bank of the Tanagro river. to make the visit for a fee it is necessary to make an online reservation. The visit of the caves is guided, the guide proved to be very competent as well as kind and ready to satisfy every question and curiosity of visitors. Part of the route takes place aboard boats along a stretch of the underground river and partly on foot along a path of about one kilometer during which it is possible to admire stalactites and stalagmites of all sizes, the very suggestive underground waterfall. The temperature inside the caves is about 16 degrees so we recommend appropriate clothing. The visit currently takes about an hour and is interesting and pleasant. Outside the caves there is a paid parking area and a picnic area equipped with benches and tables and toilets and snack bars and souvenir shops. Recommended.
Skid Row — Google review
Eye-candy!! Beautiful caves, well organized tours of different lengths, by foot and boat. The guides are very good and make the trip a real treat. The surrounding terrain as well as the caves are frequently used for spectacles and events (theater, musical, fairs) and there are two associated museums within just a short stroll.
Astrid Meijer — Google review
Fantastic experience in the boat at the beginning of the trip. The guide is friendly. We bought the English translation machine, which cost 1 euro each, worked well. Use gripped shoes. The path inside is a little watery, so use gripped shoes .
Mallika Jayachandran — Google review
Quite expensive for a visit. €20 per person is really too much. The caves are lovely. A little too many different colored lights to create effects. I would have preferred more natural lighting to get a clearer picture of the mineral content of the stalactites. Towards the end of our visit the electricity went out...so there was total darkness. The caves are worth visiting and the guides are friendly and informative.
Maria Mangan — Google review
Don't asume you will enter the cave anytime, better book your visit because there are only a few tours/day, last entrance is around 15:30, opens at 10.00. Just give them a call. 1 TIKET = 10 EURO, PARKING 3EURO CAR, 5EURO- CAMPER
Attila Hajos — Google review
Amazing place! Beautiful caves and very accessible! Just bring with you a hoodie or a light jacket, it can get pretty chilly/humid inside!
Vittorio Cozzolino — Google review
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Cascate di San Fele is a picturesque natural attraction featuring a network of trails that connect various waterfalls of different heights in hilly, forested terrain. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the trail and admire the scenic beauty of the falls amidst fall foliage. Although some visitors have commented on outdated and unclear signage, there are still plenty of waterfalls to discover in this charming location in Basilicata.
A really beautiful spot in nature, a set of around 7 waterfalls, a couple of which can’t be accessed because of landslide damage. The ones you can visit are just a short walk from the town of San Fele and are really lovely and completely free to enter. The water is cool and clear, some people were swimming but it was too cold for me!
Joshua S — Google review
Beautiful spot for a walk in the woods!
We enjoyed a pleasant visit to the falls and viewed some wonderful fall scenery along the way. Some other Italian groups out for the same… made for a great outing!
The signs are pretty old and impossible to read, so no way to “plan” the walk and route. Hence, 4 stars. Otherwise really nice!
thomas braden — Google review
A very beautiful place, it was relaxing to walk along the trail and discover the small waterfalls, I love Basilicata, it's all to discover!
Antonia Leardini — Google review
Great walk and good number of waterfalls. Signage is not the best if you want to see the ones that are further from the centre.
Martin Richards — Google review
They are nice to see but if the pathway is wet it's almost impossible to go downstairs
Sonia Cozzoli — Google review
Nice walk
Martyna F — Google review
Quiet cool in the heat of the day and water everywhere
Will T — Google review
There are 10 small waterfall and most of them is very difficult to reach. The entire circuit is about 9 milles. Is not easy to do. This year it almost don't have water
Sandra Giammarino — Google review
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Via, Corso Umberto I, 13, 85020 San Fele PZ, Italy
Small mountainside cascade surrounded by vegetation, close to a ruined mill, with a picnic table.
Decided to go and see the falls 74km drive from our B&B. Arrived what was easy to find 3€ the man paid entrance and 100 meters further the really incredible beauty of a waterfall. A place to enjoy in peace with your feet in the icy water and of course take the picture in all positions of the waterfall. also cross the road for the same price to the second waterfall with also unique photos. There is also a walking route of 13.5 km which must be very beautiful but it was too hot for it. Will definitely come back for it.
Bert Strouken — Google review
Beautiful spot. Worth a detour. We paid 6€ for two adults and three children. Fair price.
Lars H. L. Vedøy — Google review
Loved the green field and the place was very peaceful. The only thing, the should do a better job keeping clean the place. Ppl are without of respect for the environment.
Cos Scarpa — Google review
Absolutely wonderful place. So peaceful and right in the middle of nature. There are quite a few people there but easy enough to climb the rocks to go in the water. But be careful, the water is absolutely freezing but so refreshing on hot summer days. Not as humid as by the sea but still hot. There is a water fountain that you can drink from, so bring your empty bottles to fill or splash your face and body to really cool down. We absolutely loved it there. Take a picnic and cool down your drinks in the creeks. Sit back, relax and enjoy what nature has to offer. This place is absolutely beautiful.
Kylie Bartelli — Google review
I went there yesterday. It's a nice place if u live near by. We drove almost 2h and for that long way by car it's not something too special. On the end they making a big thing out of a little thing. Honestly I was disappointed.
Jengiu Zorrus — Google review
Just one of the best places I have ever been.
The place is quite hidden and not right behind the corner, and you will need a car to get there, but it worth it so much!
Splendid water oasis, spectacular on a hot summer day. The water is cristal clear and cold, but not freezing. Is a spot not massively known, so it's most of the time very quiet and isolated. Please, take away your rubbish and do not contaminate this lost paradise 🙏
pietro paris — Google review
Enjoy place for lazy tourists:)
There not need to walk long, it’s easy to go there and so beautiful.)
Nataliia Velychko — Google review
Very Nice Place!
When you reach the parking space you can take a bus to the top, instead of walking 1 kilometer, price is 1.- per person,
The Certosa of Saint Lawrence is a vast monastery complex that dates back to 1306. It has beautiful cloisters and fountains, and also houses an archaeology museum. Along with the Valinas of Paestum and Velia, this impressive structure has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1998.
Carthusian monasteries are of interest to me (due to my job) so obviously I enjoyed the visit but my family loved it too. It's a well preserved example even though the monks are no longer there.
ania andrews — Google review
It is a shame such a beautiful place is so badly connected to anywhere. We drove all the way here on our road trip, it’s definitely worth a visit if you are around but too much hassle if not.
Massimo Micheli — Google review
This gem was a great experience, I wish we had more time to visit everything. It deserves s visit even if short on time but plan at least 2 or 3 hours for a more relaxed experience.
Cherida Bush — Google review
Lovely day out in stunning medieval Italian abbey in the countryside. Easy to reach from motorway just 1h south of Salerno. Lots of space to run around for children. Complete of its own little archeological museum with lovely greek and italic artefacts from the region. Trattoria degli ulivi nearby offers a lovely and cheap meal after all the walking around
erika mancini — Google review
A beautiful place that we visited in about two hours! All spectacular from the quiet cloister, the library with the floor covered with Vietri sul Mare ceramic tiles, the church decorated with precious marble, the large kitchen, the spiral staircase, the Sala delle Campane, of the Chapter and the Treasury, the various Chapels, the largest Cloister in the world with the Carthusian Cells really a marvel !!! Despite its majesty and beauty, the place has lost that mystical and sacred dimension typical of religious places. There is a large outdoor parking cost € 3.00. In the courtyard you can admire the beautiful seventeenth-century façade in Baroque style where there is the ticket office together with the bookshop point, which is usually located at the end of the route. We wanted to buy a little book but finished in Italian language! Besides the fact that it is a unique place and therefore absolutely to visit but it could really does much more!
Alessia Mattiaccio — Google review
Great old monastery, very big territory, well preserved.
irko mai — Google review
It didn't appear in our tourist guide and we ended up there by chance but it was one of my favourite sights of the trip. Architecturally it is gorgeous and the admission ticket was really cheap. I would totally recommend it!
Ferran Brosa Planella — Google review
Beautiful and quiet and expansive place with grand decoration in so many rooms.
Square-towered fortress, built by Normans in the 11th century & stretching across a verdant hilltop.
Amazing.
Much more to see than expected. Entrance fee is not expensive!
Castle is beautifull.
Museum even more.
Although, castle is under maintenance construction works, if you are close to Melfi, absolutely recommend to visit. Don't skip the museum.
Marko Popovac — Google review
It was ok, a little underwhelming. It has been extremely renovated due to an earthquake so the interior doesn't feel very castle like.
Josh Dunne — Google review
I went to melfi for a school trip, it was very nice! The city is very beautiful and very clean, then we went to the castle of Frederick II where there are many tombs, including a child with toys, a woman with kitchen utensils and jewels and a man with some weapons
Mariam Habbi — Google review
Melfi is beautiful city with small streets, large park with place for children, few restaurants, kind people and with magnificent castle, where is to see museum with artifacts from antic, relics from Greece mythology, jewelry and much more
Tomáš Gallschneider — Google review
Great place definately worth visiting. Museum contains 5/6th century relics of local excavations - armor, weapons, ceramics, and many more. Open till 8 pm.
Łukasz Kołodziejczyk — Google review
Great place!
RCR — Google review
A great Place to visit. Fare away from celebrities and known spots, it gives You the Spirit of ancient times
Unforgettable experience, but do keep in mind that there’s a long hard walk up to the Castelmezzano platform, as well as a slightly less challenging walk uphill to the Pietrapertosa platform. If you’re up for a gruelling workout, I’m sure you’re not going to regret it.
LEONIDAS KARANTZALIS — Google review
Unforgettable experience practiced several times. Really breathtaking .. everything is located in an incredibly small but breathtaking village. I recommend everyone even a visit to the place !!!
F9 — Google review
No words to describe how great it was. Definitely I would repeat it!!!
Dayron Ramos — Google review
This was so much fun and could not have been more beautiful. We appreciated the relaxed pace and even enjoyed the 25min hike to the first zipline.
Julia Kehoe — Google review
Very cool and unique experience, too bad for the disastrous connections to get there and the lacking side services, like bars, restourant etc...
.... To answer you reply, my it's not a critic to the experience itself but how everything around it works... I visited in mid August, booking an experience early afternoon, but unfortunately half the restaurant and shop were closed (for holydays or else)... Luckly I had plenty water with me. As for the connections, clearly out of you organization scope, coming from south the road is only doable with a an off-road fit vehicle as besides the high slopes some parts are completely unpaved while coming from down from the north there in only a busy narrow mountain road (also unpaved) used by buses and other heavy vehicles. While the Volo dell'angelo was a great experience, it's really a shame that it's not accompanied by adeguated services and infrastructure...
Andrea Lapadula — Google review
Highly recommended if you're in Castelmezzano or Pietrapertosa. One of the most beautiful views ever on a Zipline. You can experience ziplines anywhere in the world but it's truly magical here with the views of Castelmezzano and the Lucanian dolomites. Very nice and polite staff, very secure.
Reyna — Google review
Fantastic zip wire over a beautiful valley. You go across once walk round the town on the other side and zip back! Amazing experience! The walk up is steep but we'll worth it!
J B — Google review
Beautiful town in Italy and that experience is one I will never forget! You will get a work out hiking to the top, so wear comfortable clothing.
If you go, it is an experience of a lifetime!
Jenna McDaniel — Google review
We had great adventure, flying at a high altitudes, with an amazing scenery at a high speed made it unforgettable. The walk to the top made the adventure interesting.
Castel del Monte is a unique 13th-century castle situated atop a hill, renowned for its impressive octagonal architecture. Guided tours and a gift shop are available for visitors to explore the castle's skeleton-like interior, which comprises numerous identical rooms lacking fixtures, adornments or furniture. The overall experience could be enhanced by replicating some of the items that might have been present during the castle's heyday and improving restoration efforts in certain areas.
As lean and simple that it is amazing. Must see if you are in the area. The octagonal base and the eight stone/marble towers put this building in the group of most iconic and recognized buildings in Italy. Enjoy a quick visit supported by one of the guides giving tours every 15-20 min or with an audio guide, that you can collect at the entrance. Park the car in the big parking place down the hill. It takes 10 min walk on a nice step way or 2 min with the minibus leaving from the parking.
Stefano P — Google review
The architecture of the castle is very impressive from the outside. Interviews from The Hill are equally impressive. Going on the torch itself a lot of the rooms are very similar to one another and it's simply just the skeleton of the castle There's no fixtures adornments furniture anything in the castle at all So after you see a rumor too it looks kind of the same.
This would be a much better experience if they were to try to replicate some of the items that may have been found in the castle at the time and do a better job at restoring some of the areas.
It's not a bad visit, but it's definitely one that I wouldn't go out of my way to go see.
A. R. (N1MO) — Google review
The castle is beautiful on the outside. The views from the hill are breathtaking.
The inside is nothing special - the walls are completely bare, there's literally nothing inside, every single room there looks the same, not everything is available for the public - it isn't worth paying the 7 euro for a ticket to enter.
Iga Szczepa?ska — Google review
It's a bit of a hike (1.3 km) from the parking lot (5€, April 2023) but more than worth it. The castle itself is mightily impressive with its octagonal shape and 8 towers. For 7€ you can inside to marvel at the courtyard, the halls as well as the views through the windows of the top floor. Definitely a highlight of our roadtrip through Puglia.
Thomas Soininen — Google review
A mysterious castle from the 12th century, build by Frederick II. Very impressive structure and nice view, however no furniture or anything else inside the building. Car park is 10 min walk downhill , close to a restaurant. No public transport available.
Hartmut Pfortner — Google review
Beautiful monument, nice to view the sunset from the edges of the building. The first time I visited there was a restaurant on the walk up to the building, now it's almost lifeless besides the few people touring around.
Flo Tonto — Google review
Castel del Monte entrance is free the first Sunday of the month. Parking costs 5€ and the bus to go up costs 2€ (including the return). I suggest you ask for a guide since the castle is empty. Amazing view from the window! The landscape is full of olive trees!
Valentina — Google review
A different kind of castle. Something you might want to check out. We went on a guided tour. But u need to take the bus to reach the castle. Beautiful view .
Micy Armoush — Google review
A nice place to visit. There's nothing in the castle, it's about the architecture. You'll find some Italian people trying to sell a guided tour.
Rodrigo Guandelini — Google review
We didn't do a guided tour.
And I definitely missed information about the castle and the history. There is some of it inside in French, English and German, but I still had questions.
From the outside it is an amazing castle.
From the inside the castle is quite boring. It is always the same and they don't really give illustrations how it looked inside during its prime time.
They play an artsy video without any information. I guess it showed stuff they found in and around the castle, but I'm not sure about it.
In my opinion, it is too expensive. You also have to pay for the parking and if you want to use the bus you also need to pay a ticket for the ride. You can walk to the castle, though.
Sofi Grüneisen — Google review
I can’t give any other review to this place than one star. It’s such a disapointmemt. Firstly, the castle opens to the public at 9am, but there ane NO toilets available before 10am for no understandable reason. Secondly, visual aids at the castle are extremely lazy, the lack of information about the place that truely seems exceptional because of its purpose and unsual location is just shockingly depreciating. The interiors are almost completely empty with very few information written. Thirdly, because of these reasons it’s way overpriced, once you add the ticket, the parking fee. Views from the inside are not worth buying the ticket. A beautiful tourist trap.
Anna Firląg — Google review
A completely well-proportioned castle. Entry is free unless you go inside.
S M — Google review
A beautiful castle. Nothing much inside and you can’t go on the top of roof like the movie scene. The ticket for€ 10 per person a bit expensive! Plus the parking €5 for a car.
Chen Claire — Google review
It was disappointing!
The view from around the castle was astounding (two stars for it) but the castle itself?
Just walls, no information (only one small board at the entrance), no objects they maybe found there, nothing!
You pay 10€ to see blank walls!
For us even the second floor was closed and we could not have the view from the roof, awful!
Some more informations; try to drive the street to the top and ignore the sign which says it’s not allowed to do that. If you are lucky, you can catch a parking place at the restaurant which also costs 5€, than you do not have to walk uphill and use the parking place downhill which also costs 5€.
Be aware that the streets which lead to the castle are a mess, sometimes you will find nearly craters directly in the middle of the street, drive carefully.
On our way there were two cars at the side of the streets which were broken down due to the bad roads.
For us it was not worth the real long drive, but decide on your own!
Jens Czaja — Google review
Even the drive to the place was so enchanting! It's a springtime, and the wild flower fields, the groves of blooming orchards, and trulli houses scattered in the valleys were a beautiful scenery leading to this unique castle. It is a special place. Have a comfy shoes as there is partly scenic hiking 20 minutes up to the castle. You can get a shuttle from parking, but only 2-way, though. We were not allowed to board to go only one-way back to the parking lot.
Tanya Larin — Google review
Great castle to walk around in, you need to watch for tour groups as they try and block the room they are talking in, and it's a room by room flow. They will block a room for several mins so try and get between groups so you can explore on your own. We really enjoyed how modern this castle was and the ability to see several rooms.
Deanna Shaw — Google review
I love Castel del Monte, it is an unique castle. I think it is the only castle to have an octagonal shape with eight octagonal towers. There is also an octagonal court present in the center of the castle.
If you want to visit the castle make sure you come on time (check opening hours), there is parking and a bus service provided. You need to pay for the parking and the bus. It is also possible to walk up but it is quite steep and the terrain is not ideal. It is not possible to park at the top.
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Contrada Castel del Monte Ex, Strada Statale 170, 76123 Andria BT, Italy
Craco, located in the Basilicata region of southern Italy, is an abandoned ghost town that was left deserted at the end of the 20th century due to a landslide caused by faulty pipe work. Despite its abandonment in the sixties, visitors can still explore this medieval village frozen in time. The town offers a hauntingly beautiful glimpse into its past and provides a unique opportunity to witness a place where time seems to have stood still.
Our guide spoke French and gave us a private tour with lots of information. She was charming and the tour was very informative. Learned a lot about Gravina underground.
Frederique Martin — Google review
Very interesting about the undercity life of gravina. Visit was in english for us and we weren't disappointed, our gyide, Natalia gave us 1h of full explanation. It cost 15€/pax, you will visite 2 caves. The activity open at 15h30 sharp, be on time even with 10min in advance.
Totally recommended activity.
Explanation: ⭐️⭐️⭐⭐⭐
Interest: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Accessibility: ⭐
Price: 💰💰💰💰
Thomas L — Google review
Roman viaduct where James Bond was shaken and stirred!
Nick Jones — Google review
gravina in puglia is a place of discovery.
during the Christmas holidays I had the pleasure of attending for the first time the representation of the living nativity scene in the Fondovito district and near the church cave of San Michele.
the impact was very emotional, the environment was the ideal scenario for this Christmas representation.
many details to improve, I recommend paying attention to the event for the future
Manuela Lenoci — Google review
a beautiful place, it is possible to visit it by train from Altamura on the way to the city of Matera
Gabriela Šťastná — Google review
Really interesting tour, great guide and a nice thing to do on a super hot day!
Caedmon Mullin — Google review
It has been one of the best experiences I have ever done. The guide, Francesco, with his knowledge, guided us through the Gracina Sotterranea, explaining us all the features and stories. 10/10
Giovanni F. — Google review
About attraction we learned by accident at the information center, where we got the address. The place was near, a small street in the city center, in the evening. Only closed doors. He spoke to a man who spoke only Italian. We have done is only a small circle - about 20-30min - and in Italian. We do not speak Italian ... But it was perfect. The special atmosphere of this place, stunning caves and cisterns - and people lived here before. It is a pity that we did not have time - I'd seen it all over again. I really recommend.
Jan Nachtigal — Google review
Really great tour, our guide Stefania was so knowledgeable and friendly that made us very welcomed. Tour cost 10 EUR per person and lasted around 1,5 hour. Although the main part of the tour is underground, between underground sections we had to come upstairs and the guide would tell us stories about the buildings and areas we passed, so at times it felt like a tour of the city as well, more than we expected.
Caio Petelinkar — Google review
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Via Antonio Meucci, 10, 70024 Gravina in Puglia BA, Italy
The Crypt of Original Sin is a notable historical landmark featuring frescoes from the 8th and 9th centuries depicting biblical scenes and angels. This unique cave church is not commonly found on typical tourist routes, but it's definitely worth visiting. The visit is well-organized with stunning lighting and sound effects that enhance the experience. A wine tasting session at the site where visitors can purchase tickets adds to its appeal. The presentation of this historic site was impressive, albeit less dynamic than anticipated.
Muy interesante.
Sería recomendable una mejor audioguía (en nuestra vidita fallaron todas, literalmente) y que para el acceso final hubiese un vehículo especial, a poder ser ecológico, tanto por facilidad (la carretera no es tan mala como comentan pero tampoco es buena) como por puro sentido común.
Finalmente los perros de alrededor parecían bien cuidados, pero uno en particular tenía el pelo demasiado largo y sucio. Sería excelente que el pueblo de Matera ayudase un poco con el cuidado de estos animales, que aquí han encontrado un habitat excelente.
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Very interesting.
A better audio guide would be recommendable (in our little life they literally all failed) and that for the final access there was a special vehicle, if possible to be ecological, both for ease (the road is not as bad as they comment but it is not good either) and for pure common sense.
Finally the dogs around seemed well cared for, but one in particular had too long and dirty hair. It would be excellent if the people of Matera help a little with the care of these animals, which have found an excellent habitat here.
Alvar Pere — Google review
A twofold experience: the site is undisputably stunning. The paintings are unique, and well restored. Our guide was kind and friendly, he is not to blame for a slightly underwhelmed feeling after the visit.
But, the whole procedure is annoying, starting from the 'no foto' policy, to the fact that you have to wait in a room of overpriced tourist stuff for half an hour before being allowed into the crypt for 15 minutes, of course seated and with a kitschy Audioguide.
By the way, selling prints on gypsum slabs as "oil painting on tufo" is borderline fraud.
Tom Berger — Google review
Closed (temporary?) and covered with a mesh with tiny holes so you can barely see anything but still impressing and worth visiting
Krzysztof Szewczyk — Google review
I do totally agree with all the reviews it certainly is unique.
I took a bus tour from Matera to see this and when we got there, l assumed it was owned by the people who had the vines near by. It is a bit dangerous to access partically with no lighting just a torch held by just one man at the entrance. I was also fascinated by the disused rail bridge which overwhelmed the caves but no one could understand my questions in English. I was a bit p****d that you couldn’t take photos because of the flash but at the end the man with the torch used a remote to open up a curtain that covered perhaps the old entrance which was blocked up with Besser bricks.
Dianne Howorth — Google review
Awful person working there, not friendly and cheating on a small things.. Shame for Italian culture to have such a person serving historical place.
Maria van Stuivenberg — Google review
Wouldn’t recommend it unless ur spending a lot of time in puglia..
the crypt is tiny (20sqm), and the place is far away from Matera (20mins car drive).
Go to the Chiesas in the actual town.
Klavier339 — Google review
It was much better than I thought - the presentation is quite impressive even though I would expected to be more dynamic. Drop by the vineyard next to it to get a bottle of wine with the pictures inside the cave. That wine is almost divine.
Radu Mosmonea — Google review
Totally recommend checking this out. Unfortunately, the English audio guide was very unreliable, interrupting and lagging behind the Italian one.
Desislava Atanasova — Google review
An unforgettable experience. The hosts were also great, and we enjoyed an impromptu wine tasting.
MandH Cunnell — Google review
Very interesting to visit. The tour doesn't take very long. You get to sit inside the church cave and they play a recording, telling you about the history.
Karlien du Toit — Google review
Original Crypt about 20 minutes drive from Matera. You can't take pictures inside, these pictures that I am posting are views from outside the Crypt.
carlondon london — Google review
This place is amazing.
A bit out of the standard touristic routes, it is absolutely worth the trip.
The visit is really well organized, with lights and sounds perfectly set. Really touching!
And do not forget to stop on the way back for a wine tasting at the place where you get the ticket. I really reccomend it.