ADDRESS
Capaccio,84047, 84047 Capaccio Paestum SA, Italy
RECOMMENDED DURATION
3 hours
Timings
08:30–19:30
VISITORS PER YEAR
2700000
TICKETS
From $46.23
NUMBER OF ENTRANCES
4
EXPECTED WAIT TIME - STANDARD
30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
UNESCO YEAR
1998
The Paestum ruins date back to the 6th and 5th centuries BCE.
They are approximately 2,500 years old.
The archaeological site of Paestum has three of the world’s best-preserved ancient Greek temples, and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Paestum, originally known as Posidonia, was founded by the Greeks around 600 BC. A significant city of the Magna Graecia, it was named after Poseidon, the god of the sea. In its early history, Paestum flourished as a cultural, commercial, and political hub, as evidenced by the three grand Doric temples dedicated to Hera, Athena, and Neptune, built in the 6th and 5th centuries BC.
Around 400 BC, the city fell under Lucanian control before being conquered by the Romans in 273 BC. It was then Romanized and renamed Paestum. The Romans integrated their architectural style with the existing Greek structures, resulting in a unique mix of Greek and Roman architecture, visible in the Roman Forum.
Paestum began to decline in the early Middle Ages, primarily due to malaria and Saracen invasions. The city was eventually abandoned and forgotten until rediscovery in the 18th century during the construction of a road. Archaeological excavations began in the 20th century, unearthing its remarkable ruins. Today, the Archaeological Park of Paestum is a UNESCO World Heritage site, acclaimed globally for its well-preserved Ancient Greek temples.
The Archaeological Park of Paestum was originally established by the Greeks colonists from Sybaris and Troezen around 600 BC, who built the three magnificent Doric temples. Later, the city was captured by the Romans in 273 BC, where colonists added their architectural structures, including the Roman Forum, blending it with the existing Greek architecture.
It is an archaeological site located in the Campania region of southern Italy. The Paestum ruins date back to the 6th and 5th centuries BCE, making them approximately 2,500 years old.
The Archaeological Park of Paestum is renowned for its exceptionally well-preserved Ancient Greek temples, rare in the world, and its Roman ruins. It's a UNESCO World Heritage site and offers a unique glimpse into Greek and Roman history.
The location of the Archaeological Park of Paestum is Via Magna Graecia, 919, 84047 Capaccio SA, Italy.
Visitors can explore the ancient Greek and Roman ruins, including three Doric temples, the Roman Forum, and an amphitheater. They can also visit the Archaeological Museum which houses significant artifacts, frescoes, and sculptures.
You can book tickets online for an easy, hassle-free experience.
It depends on the kind of tickets or tours you choose. For example, a skip-the-line ticket can be purchased for as low as €49.
Some of the most important structures found in the Archaeological Park include the Temple of Hera I, the Temple of Hera II, the Temple of Neptune, the Roman Forum, the Amphitheater, the Paestum Museum, and the Tomb of the Diver.
The Archaeological Park of Paestum was designed by ancient Greek settlers during the 6th and 5th centuries BCE who established the city of Posidonia, which was later renamed Paestum.
The Greek city of Paestum was established around 600 BC, and the Roman structures were added later as Rome took control of the region.
Due to the ancient and uneven terrain of the Paestum archaeological site, it is not wheelchair accessible.
While the park itself may not have dining options, there are numerous local restaurants in the surrounding area offering regional Campania cuisine. Some of the well-known eateries are La Bottega del Gusto and Ristorante Museo.
Yes, photography for personal use is allowed. So, don’t forget to pack your photography gear.
There's no specific dress code for the park. However, visitors are advised to dress comfortably for walking and weather conditions.
Nearby attractions include the Museum of the Sea in Agropoli, Castellabate with panoramic views of the Tyrrhenian Sea, and the Certosa di Padula monastery.
From Naples: Paestum Skip-the-Line Tickets with Round-Trip Train
Paestum Archaeological Site Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
Artecard Campania: 2 Museums Pass
