Metaponto: 3-Hour Guided Tour to the Archeological Site
Overview
Metaponto is one of the most important ancient cities in Basilicata and has been symbol of the Hellenic culture. It is characterized by important archeological sites such as the Archeological Park of Apollonio Licio and the wonderful Tavole Palatine.
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Ticket for Archeological museum
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Metaponto, Metaponto, Bernalda, Province of Matera, Basilicata
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.
Duration: 3 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Metaponto, Metaponto, Bernalda, Province of Matera, Basilicata
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.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
giuseppe_c
September 2022
Guida molto ben preparata, ci ha fatto scoprire non solo la storia del sito ma anche la vita del periodo fino all’attualità
Guida molto ben preparata, ci ha fatto scoprire non solo la storia del sito ma anche la vita del periodo fino all’attualitàGisi Doda G
June 2022
bllissimo sito archeologico a metaponto un po fuori mano sulla strada di taranto abbiamo faticato un po alla fine bellissimo
bllissimo sito archeologico a metaponto un po fuori mano sulla strada di taranto abbiamo faticato un po alla fine bellissimo