In this episode, Nathaniel gives us the briefest of histories on this ancient site located in the region of Campania in southern Italy. From early tribes like the Enotrians and Greek settlers from Sybaris to the Grand Tour and WWII, Paestum has endured and served many purposes through thousands of years. We'll tell you all you need to know before you go.

You can find more information on the park and buy tickets on the official

Paestum and Velia ⁠website⁠.

If you're looking to book a hotel in or around Paestum, we recommend the hotels below. There are several different areas to stay in when you visit Paestum, near the archeological park, in the modern city, or near the beach. Next to each hotel we have listed the general area it is in.

Tenuta Duca Marigliano Boutique Hotel - near the archeological park of Paestum - Expedia | Booking*

Hotel Villa Rita - near the archeological park of Paestum - Expedia | Booking*

Savoy Hotel & Spa - near the beach of Paestum - Expedia | Booking*

Mec Paestum Hotel - in the modern city of Paestum - Expedia | Booking*

Hotel Royal Paestum - best budget hotel near the beach of Paestum - Expedia | Booking*

Hotel Dei Templi - best budget hotel near the archeological park of Paestum - Booking*

If you're interested in taking a tour of Paestum, we recommend our friend Viviana! You can see her website and tours here.

Or check out these tours on Viator:

Small group tour of Paestum with an archeologist Viator*

Private tour of Paestum with an archaeologist Viator*

*These hotel and tour links are affiliate links, and while we don't represent any of the companies listed, we do receive a small commission which goes towards supporting Only A Bag. We appreciate your support!

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