Places of interest

Places of interest

Arechi Castle

An 8th-century castle, rebuilt from a Byzantine construction, it reached the height of importance with the Lombard prince Arechi II. It is surrounded by a natural park and offers a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Salerno.
Verdi Theater

A beautiful 19th-century theater with fine decorations and excellent acoustics, it has recently been renovated
Minerva's Garden

A botanical garden located in the historic center of Salerno. During the Middle Ages it was used as a garden of simples for educational purposes for students of the Salerno medical school; for this reason it is considered the forerunner of botanical gardens understood in the modern meaning of the term
Church of the Annunziata

Sixteenth-century church with a beautiful Baroque bell tower by Sanfelice
The Museum of the Salerno Medical School

It constitutes an interesting exhibition of ancient medical instruments and reproductions of the city's famous medieval codices and modern multimedia displays of the history of medicine and the Salerno School.
The Diocesan Museum

Perhaps the most interesting museum in the city, it displays works ranging from the 12th to the 18th century
The Cathedral of Salerno

Romanesque cathedral built in 1084; with its mosaics and polychromatic inlays, it is one of the rare examples of Arab-Norman architecture Also of special interest is the Baroque crypt, which houses the remains of St. Matthew the Evangelist.
Santa Teresa beach

The Santa Teresa beach opens onto one of the city's most frequented urban beaches in its past, now turned into a meeting point and gathering place connecting the Lungomare, a source of pride for the city, and post-unitary eras, with the Crescent and Piazza della Libertà.
Artist's Lights

"Artist's Lights" in Salerno is a breathtaking event that transforms the city into an explosion of colors and creativity. Every year, during the Christmas season, the streets of Salerno come alive with luminous installations, works of art, and projections that enchant residents and visitors alike.
The Rione Fornelle

The Rione Fornelle, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Salerno, saw the birth and upbringing of the poet Alfonso Gatto. Once, the walls and streets were marked by the saltiness of the city's promenade; today, transformed into splendid open-air poetic representations, they capture the attention of visitors.

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