Top Salerno Cultural Tours

Go beyond merely marveling at the ancient Greek temples at Paestum and delve into their history and lore with this archaeologist-led tour. Gain a better understanding of these UNESCO-listed ruins and learn why Italy is home to a smattering of spectacular Greek temples, as well as an amphitheater, forum, and market. Cover the archaeological site and its excellent museum in just two hours.

Often people are in Salerno because it's a strategic point to stay for visiting the Amalfi Coast. But Salerno is much more, it's a city full of history, art, and traditions so why don't you join this walking tour to discover the city's beauties? This walk is very easy and I’m sure you will love it!

Experience the magic of the Amalfi Coast with a 6-hour private tour from Salerno. The Amalfi Coast is one of the most beautiful places in Italy, with its breathtaking landscapes, its colorful cities and its fascinating history. With this 6-hour private tour from Salerno, you will have the opportunity to independently visit four of the most iconic locations on the Coast: Vietri sul Mare, Amalfi, Ravello and Positano. Upon your arrival in Salerno, a private driver will be waiting for you in the car. He will accompany you throughout the tour, leaving you free to explore the cities at your own pace. Visit Vietri sul Mare, the city of ceramics A city famous for its ceramics. Admire the beauty of Amalfi The capital of the Coast. Discover the magic of Ravello A city rich in history and culture. Get pampered in Positano A lively and colorful city. This tour is a unique opportunity to experience the magic of the Amalfi Coast in a unique and unforgettable way.

See two of southern Italy’s most popular destinations when you embark on a full-day, private tour of Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast. Meet your guide directly at the Salerno port, or at your local accommodation, and travel first to Pompeii. Upon arrival, you’ll go on an extensive tour of the sprawling archaeological site, and will learn how Mt. Vesuvius leveled the Roman city in 79 AD. Then, return to your vehicle and head to the Amalfi Coast, where you’ll have free time to explore both Ravello and Amalfi.

Get an intimate look at the stunning Amalfi Coast on this day cruise from Positano. Led by an expert skipper, glide past the Emerald Grotto sea cave in Conca dei Marini, the Furore fjord, and the fishing village of Praiano, marveling at the UNESCO-listed seashore as you go. Hop off the boat for a dip or some time to snorkel, and explore the town of Ravello or Amalfi at your leisure. Numbers are limited to 12 people on this small-group tour to ensure a more personal experience.

Optimize your sightseeing time with this Amalfi Coast boat cruise that departs directly from the Salerno port. Avoid the hassle and delays of the ferry and set off with a small group of just 12 passengers to skirt the coastline, stopping to swim and snorkel in pristine coves along the way. Enjoy free time in both Amalfi and Positano to visit the sights and shop before returning to Salerno.

With no train service and notoriously overcrowded buses, the Amalfi Coast can be a hassle to explore by land. Avoid the stress and delays with this boat tour from Salerno that takes in some of the most picturesque corners of the coast from the waters of the Mediterranean. Enjoy free time in Positano and Amalfi to sightsee and shop and swim breaks to cool off in the crystalline waters.

Capri is one of the most spectacular sights along Italy’s southern coastline, but getting to the island by ferry can be time consuming. With this tour, set sail on a traditional gozzo boat from Salerno and zip across the waves to the Li Galli islets for a swim before continuing on to Capri. Skirt the coastline to take in its highlights and dock for free time to sightsee on land.

Enjoy the best of the Amalfi Coast in one day with a private tour of Pompeii, Sorrento and Positano.

Vietri Sul Mare is a small town on the Amalfi Coast famous for its ceramics, unique and colorful. On this tour, you will discover the origins of the typical ceramic "Amalfi style" and see part of its creation process. As a local tour leader, I'll guide you through the characteristic alleys reaching fantastic viewpoints, discovering the typical local gastronomic products, too.

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..

Explore the panoramic peak and vineyard-covered slopes of Mt. Vesuvius without the hassle of arranging transportation with this private day trip from the Amalfi Coast. Save time with pickup directly at your Amalfi Coast hotel and head straight to the volcanic peak to hike the trail to the crater. Then relax at a family-run winery at the foot of the mountain to sample wines and local specialties over lunch.

Explore the well-preserved Greek ruins at Paestum on this private tour. See the Doric temples, the markets, forum, and amphitheater of the ancient Greek settlement as you learn about the life of the people who lived there. After touring the site, pay a visit to the National Archeological Museum with great works of art from the Magna Greece region.

Let yourself be enchanted by the majestic beauty of the Amalfi Coast, discovering in detail all its wonders including Ravello, Amalfi and Positano. Thanks to an expert in the country you will have the opportunity to experience a wonderful day discovering the most beautiful places where you can take the most beautiful souvenir photos.

Make the most of your day on the Amalfi Coast with this private tour that includes pickup in Salerno and hassle-free minivan transportation to the three top towns on the coastline. Avoid the delays and crowds of the bus and ferry and spend more time exploring Amalfi, Positano, and Ravello at your own pace, with free time in each to sightsee, dine, and browse the artisan shops and boutiques.

Experience both the destructive and productive power of Mt. Vesuvius with this private driving tour that includes stops to visit the ruins of Pompeii and the lush vineyards on the rich volcanic slopes. Enjoy free time to explore the ancient Roman city on your own, followed by a tour of the family-run Cantina del Vesuvius winery and a three-course tasting lunch featuring five Lacryma Christi wines, olive oil, and wine vinegar.

Paestum is one of the most important italian archeological sites. Hear a guided tour that will take you in some of the best preserved ruins, architecture and monuments of the Greek world, such as the Temple of Poseidon (Neptune), the temple of Ceres and the Basilica dating from the 6th Century. In the museum you can admire the Tomb of the Diver, a magnificent example of a Greek painting representing a funeral banquet. The tomb depicts a young man diving into the water is considered one of the greatest archeological discoveries of the 20th century.

Live a fantastic experience by visiting the Archaeological Park of Pompeii where you can admire the ruins of the ancient city that fell victim to the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. Let yourself be fascinated by the beauty of the remains of the ancient frescoes that you can admire inside the domus and don't miss a visit to the plaster casts of the ancient Pompeian inhabitants.

Once arrived at the Arechi Castle, you will be surprised not only for the medieval castle structure, but also for the breathtaking view of Salerno and the Amalfi Coast. This tour is unique because you have the opportunity to visit also the wonderful Saint Matthew Cathedral (Salerno’s Duomo) located in the heart of the old town. I’ll guide you inside the Crypt too, where the relics of the Patron Saint of the city are kept.

Discover the color and craftsmanship of the local artists of Vietri sul Mare on a tour that explores the winding streets of the coastal town, each decorated by the pottery and tiles leaning outside every workshop. Then, travel to Cetara to see a traditional fishing village, and taste a local delicacy. Later, wander the picturesque streets of Salerno and learn about its rich history.

Make the most of your Salerno shore excursion—and visit two of southern Italy’s top landmarks in one day—on this seamless, private tour. Meet your driver directly at the port and head to Pompeii, where you’ll skip right past the long lines and tour the UNESCO-listed archaeological site. Then, continue to the postcard-perfect Amalfi Coast, where you’ll have free time to soak up the views and idyllic lifestyle in Positano.

Exciting guided visit at Vannulo's, an organic farm producing the famous bufala's mozzarella cheese and tasting. Then we will continue our tour visiting the Greek-Roman Temples archaeological site and the nearby museum

Paestum’s ancient Greek temples are spectacular, but the ruins and museum collection can be hard to interpret on your own. With this private tour, explore the archaeological site with a guide for insights into its history and significance. Marvel at the Doric temples, amphitheater, forum, and other ruins plus explore the collection at the site’s archeological museum in just over two hours.