Paestum Excursion

Paestum Excursion

On this excursion to Paestum, you will visit the Temple of Hera I, Hera II, and the Temple of Athena. After pickup at your hotel in Palinuro, we will travel by minibus to the archaeological park of Paestum, where we will tour three Doric temples dedicated to the goddesses Hera and Athena.

Upon arrival at the archaeological site, we will explore the city of Magna Graecia, originally known as Poseidonia. The first stop will be the Temple of Hera I, the oldest temple with an enneastyle front, constructed around 550 BC.

Next, we will visit the Temple of Neptune, also known as the Temple of Hera II. Its cultural attribution is debated, though the most credible theory suggests it is dedicated to Hera, Zeus, or Apollo. Finally, we will see the Temple of Athena, the smallest of the three, noted for its blend of Doric and Ionic columns.

After the archaeological area, which has been a World Heritage Site since 1988, we will proceed to the park museum. It displays a collection of artifacts from the surrounding areas, including grave goods, vases, weapons, and frescoed tomb slabs.

The highlight of the museum is the frescoes from the Tomb of the Diver, a significant example of classical Greek painting, symbolizing the transition from life to death. After this enriching experience, we will return you to your hotel in Palinuro.