Certosa di Padula Tour

Join us on this excursion to the Certosa di Padula. Discover one of the largest cloisters in the world.

Certosa di Padula Tour

After pickup at your hotel in Palinuro, we will travel by bus to Padula, home to the Charterhouse of San Lorenzo, known as the Certosa di Padula. Upon arrival at the monastery, a World Heritage Site since 1998, we will view its Baroque façade. Our guide will explain the Carthusian rule and its influence on the architectural structure.

We will explore areas dedicated to contemplation, such as the chapels and church, observing the polychrome decorations of the altars and 16th-century choirs. We will also see workspaces including the laundries, large kitchen, and the library of the so-called Reggia del Silenzio (Palace of Silence), highlighted by the impressive marble spiral staircase.

During the tour, we will visit the famous cloisters of the Padula Charterhouse, including the Great Cloister from the late 18th century. This cloister spans 15,000 square meters and is surrounded by a portico with 84 arches, making it one of the largest in the world.

After a four-hour excursion, we will return to the hotels in Palinuro to conclude the experience.

Important

Due to traffic or unforeseen circumstances, the duration of the tour may vary.