What to see in Paestum

  • The three temples

    The so-called Basilica (Hera), the Temple of Neptune and the Temple of Athena: among the best preserved Greek temples anywhere.

  • The National Archaeological Museum

    Home of the Tomb of the Diver, a rare Greek painted tomb.

  • The city walls

    Almost five kilometres of walls around the ancient city, walkable in part.

Opening days and tickets · Parchi Archeologici di Paestum e Velia

How do you get from Vietri sul Mare to Paestum?

By train: from Vietri sul Mare to Salerno, then a regional train south to Paestum, 52–73 min on board, plus the wait at Salerno. Check the connections for your date on the Trenitalia journey planner.

How much time do you need in Paestum?

3 hours see the temples and the museum; 4 let you walk part of the walls without hurrying.

Is Paestum open all year?

Yes; opening hours and any closing days are on the official site of the Archaeological Parks of Paestum and Velia, where tickets are sold too.