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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Join us on a walking tour in the historical center of Salerno.
As your local guides and friends we will be happy to show you the history and the local spots of our hometown!
Salernum was founded by the Romans in the 2nd century B. C. but the most important period for the city was in the middle ages. In this time Salerno was one of the most important cities of the Mediterrenean sea, here was founded the first Medical School of the world around the end of the 9th century A. D.
Togheter we will discover the history and the architecture of the medieval time with a visit into the Cathedral of Saint Matthew, a spectacular example of Arab-Norman architecture. This church also contains a beautiful crypt in Baroque style.
We will be also happy to give you some tips where to eat local food and where to go to drink a glass of wine in authentic places.
This is a great tour also for an introduction and orientation of all the beauties of Amalfi coast, Paestum, Capri island, Pompeii etc..
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Licensed local guide
optional visit to the Crypt with a ticket entrance of 7 euros
Departure Point
Piazza Matteo Luciani, 1, 84121 Salerno SA, Italië
We will meet in front at the entrance of the Teatro Verdi (pink salmon builing).
We will be waiting for you holding a sign with "Discover Salerno" printed on top.
Salerno, Salerno, Italy In this tour we will see the historic center of Salerno.
We will visit the public gardens, the most important squares of the historical center (Piazza Sedile del Campo, Piazza Abate Conforti, Piazza Flavio Gioia), the Lombard and Norman buidings, the Monumental complex of Saint Peter, the Saint Matthew Cathedral and its baroque crypt.
On request you can visit the gardens of Minerva, the medieval castle, the Diocesan Museum and the Archaeological Museum 90 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Dominick_V
06 Oct 2024
We had a great time with Roberto on our walking tour! He made time for all of our questions and made great recommendations!
Julie_D
26 Sep 2024
Roberto was a great tour guide. He is very knowledgeable of the area and the history of Salerno.. He also gave us great tips on restaurants and other must see things in the area. Highly recommend!
ArleneWallendorf_W
30 May 2024
Beautiful old city that is overlooked. Roberto is friendly and knowledgable. We learnt so much and it was fun for a few hours before dinner. The history is there if you go looking, but not commonly discussed . Not touristy at all, but enjoyable learning experience.
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