Paestum is one of the most important archaeological sites of Magna Graecia and is home to some of the best-preserved Greek temples in the Mediterranean. Planning your visit carefully will allow you to discover not only the famous temples, but also the remains of the Greek and Roman city and the collections of the National Archaeological Museum.
This guide covers the essential information you need to decide how long to spend in Paestum, what to see, when to visit and how to organise your day.
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The Paestum Archaeological Park and National Archaeological Museum can be visited free of charge on selected days throughout the year.
The main opportunity is Domenica al Museo, the Italian Ministry of Culture initiative that offers free admission to state museums and archaeological sites on the first Sunday of every month.
The initiative includes the Archaeological Park of Paestum and the National Archaeological Museum.
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The Paestum Archaeological Park and National Archaeological Museum can be visited with a single ticket that also includes access to the archaeological area of Velia.
The ticket is valid for three consecutive days, allowing visitors to organise their visit to Paestum, its museum and Velia without having to see everything on the same day.
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The Paestum Archaeological Park is located in Capaccio Paestum, in the province of Salerno, and can be easily reached by train or car.
For visitors travelling from Naples or Salerno, the train is often one of the most convenient options: Paestum railway station is approximately 800 metres from the archaeological area, making it possible to complete the journey on foot.
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