Salerno Attractions And Things To Do

Step into the sunlit gateway to the Amalfi Coast in Salerno, the vibrant coastal city where the elegant Lungomare Trieste promenade stretches along the Gulf of Salerno with palm trees, seafront cafés, and sweeping views of the turquoise Tyrrhenian Sea and distant mountains, while the historic old town (Centro Storico) enchants with narrow medieval streets, the magnificent Duomo di Salerno (Cattedrale di San Matteo) housing the tomb of the Apostle Matthew and stunning Byzantine mosaics, and the nearby Giardino della Minerva—Europe’s oldest surviving botanical garden—offers fragrant herb gardens and panoramic city views. Wander the lively Via dei Mercanti for artisan shops and fresh mozzarella di bufala, explore the Castello di Arechi for sweeping vistas over the bay, or simply relax on the city’s long sandy beach with the gentle rhythm of a place that feels both historic and effortlessly alive—just 1 hour from Naples and the perfect base for day trips to Amalfi, Ravello, Positano, and Paestum’s ancient Greek temples.

Savor creamy mozzarella di bufala with fresh tomatoes, rich spaghetti alle vongole, sweet sfogliatella pastries, and crisp Falanghina wine amid sea breezes, medieval arches, and the unmistakable warmth of a city that lives with the sea at its feet.

Salerno isn’t just a destination—it’s Campania’s most authentic coastal gateway of history, beaches, and effortless southern Italian soul—plan your Salerno escape today!

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