What is the Archaeological Park of Paestum opening hours?
The Archaeological Park of Paestumis open on all days from 8:30 AM to 7:30 PM.
Where is the Archaeological Park of Paestum located?
The Archaeological Park of Paestumis in Via Magna Graecia, 919, 84047 Capaccio SA, Italy. Find on Map
How many entrances does Paestum Park have?
The Paestum Park has four main entrances: Porta Aurea to the north, Porta Sirena to the east, Porta Giustizia to the south, and Porta Marina to the west.
Monday to Sunday: 8:30 AM to 7:30 PM during the summer months (April - June), 8:30 AM and to 5:00 PM in the winter season (November to March).
Last Entry: 6:50 PM from April to June, 4 PM from October to March
Closure: The Archaeological Park remains closed on 25 December and 1 January.
NOTE: The Paestum Museum is open from 8:30 AM to 1:40 PM on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month, and the last entry time is at 1 PM.
Address: Via Magna Graecia, 919, 84047 Capaccio SA, Italy
The Archaeological Park of Paestum is located in the town of Paestum. It is approximately 85 kilometers (53 miles) southeast of Naples and about 35 kilometers (22 miles) south of Salerno.
By Bus: CSTP regularly serves Paestum from Napoli and Salerno (both line 34). SITA* and Autolinee Giuliano Bus* **have several lines between Naples, Salerno, and the Cilento, making stops in Paestum (lines 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 10).
By Train: Several trains from Naples and Salerno stop at Paestumstation. The archaeological area is only a 10-minute walk from the station.
If you decide to drive to Paestum, take motorway A3 Salerno - Reggio Calabria. If you’re coming from the north, take the exit gate of Battipagli. If you’re coming from the south take gate Eboli, following the trunk road SS 18, take the first exit Capaccio Scalo and keep driving until you reach via Laura at Paestum.
Here are a few paid parking spaces nearby:
Plan your trip in advance: Tickets to the Archaeological Park of Paestum sell out pretty quickly in the peak seasons (April to June). So, it is recommended to purchase skip-the-line tickets in advance, so you don't need to stand in long queues at the venue.
Opt for a guided tour: BY taking a guided tour, you can skip the long lines at the entry and straightaway visit Paestum Park with an expert guide, who can take you through the highlights of this historical place, and answer any queries you may have.
Visit the venue early: The Archaeological Park of Paestum opens at 7:30 AM, the time when you can expect a few tourists. Arrive early and enter the park shortly after the opening hours.
There are four entrances that can be used to enter the archaeological park:
The Paestum opening hours start from 8:30 AM and close at 7:30 PM during the summer months (April to June), the last admission is 6:50 PM. In the winter season (October to March), the park opens at 8:30 AM and closes at 5:00 PM.
The Archaeological Park of Paestum is often less crowded during weekdays, especially in the early mornings. To explore the Paestum ruins in a more tranquil setting, consider visiting the venue shortly after opening hours or during the low seasons.
Depending on what you want to explore, level of interest, and at what pace, the archaeological site can be covered anywhere between 2 to 8 hours.
Yes, you can take breaks, enjoy the surrounding landscapes, dine at local eateries, and once again visit the site.
The location of the Archaeological Park of Paestum is Via Magna Graecia, 919, 84047 Capaccio SA, Italy.
The best and most economical way to visit Paestum is to take a Trenitalia from Salerno to Paestum which takes just about 35 min. You can also board a Trenitalia from Naples and reach Paestum in almost an hour.
There are four main entrances: Porta Aurea to the north, Porta Sirena to the east, Porta Giustizia to the south, and Porta Marina to the west.
Due to the ancient and uneven terrain of the Paestum archaeological site, it is not wheelchair accessible.
As of why, audio guides are available for visitors with visual impairment. For person with restricted mobility, unfortunately no wheelchairs/strollers are available at the venue.
There's no specific dress code for the park, although, visitors are advised to dress comfortably for walking and weather conditions.
It is not advisable to bring prams to the Paestum Park, due to its rough terrain and uneven pathways.
Yes, photography for personal use is allowed. So, don’t forget to pack your photography gear.
Yes, cloakroom facility is available at the venue. Visitors can keep their heavy luggage at the cloakroom and enter the archaeological park with only the bare essentials.
Unfortunately, no strollers/wheelchairs are available at the park. This is mainly due to the uneven terrain of the archaeological site.
No, visitors are not allowed to bring any outside food and drinks in the archaeological site.
Paestum tickets can be purchased online in advance. You can also buy entry tickets at the venue, however, buying it online helps to avoid potential queues.
A single ticket to the Paestum Park & Museum costs €12 (from March to November) and €6 (from December to February). However, for special access tickets like skip-the-line entry, it will cost you €49. With this, you can bypass the long queues at the entry and also, get a guided tour.
Paestum Archaeological Site Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
Artecard Campania: 2 Museums Pass
