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Metaponto: Private Guided Tour to the Archeological Site

21 Via Aristea, MT Metaponto, Bernalda, 75012

Explore the ancient wonders of Metaponto on a private 3-hour walking tour. Visit the Archaeological Park, Tavole Palatine, and Pantanello with an expert guide.

Cancellation policy

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Duration 3 hours

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Languages

English, Italian

Group size

1–50 travelers

Full description

Discover the ancient wonders of Metaponto on a private 3-hour walking tour. Led by an expert guide, you'll delve into the rich history of this fascinating area, beginning with the Archaeological Park of Apollo Lycius, where you can explore the remnants of a grand temple dedicated to the god Apollo.

Next, marvel at the majestic Tavole Palatine, the awe-inspiring ruins of a Doric temple dedicated to Hera, renowned for its monumental beauty and historical significance.

Finally, wander through the Archaeological Site of Pantanello, where the remains of an ancient Greek settlement provide a captivating glimpse into everyday life in the past. This private tour offers an unforgettable journey through Metaponto’s archaeological treasures, revealing the timeless beauty of Magna Graecia.

Itinerary

The tour begins with the visit of the National Archeological Museum ofMetaponto where you will discover the history of the city. Then, you will visit the Archeological Park of Apollonio Licio with its urban sanctuary, part of the Agorà and the main North-South axis (Plateia). After, you will move to the Tavole Palatine, the Doric temple buit by Acheans in the 630 b.C. The temple was called also “school of Phytagoras” in memory of the great philosopher and of his school. The tour ends with the archeological site of Pantanello. This area has acquired a great anthropological value after an excavation campaign carried out by the University of Texas in 1974. During the archeological excavations, an incredible variety of remains were found in a state of exceptional conservation.

What’s included

Included

  • Guide
  • Professional guide
  • Ticket for Archeological museum
  • Guided tour of Archaeological Park of Apollo Licio, Tavole Palatine, Pantanello Archaeological site

Not included

  • Food and Drinks
  • Transfer during the tour
  • Tips

Important information

Meeting point

21 Via Aristea, MT Metaponto, Bernalda, 75012

Don’t forget

Not wheelchair accessibleNot stroller accessibleNot suitable for petsNo public transportation nearbyInfants must not sit on lapsInfant seats unavailableNot recommended for people with back problemsNot recommended for people with heart conditionsCustomers will have the flexibility to drive to the meeting point and navigate independently throughout the tour

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation if cancelled more than 24 hours before start. 100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.

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