Salerno

Salerno is a city in Campania, south west Italy, and is the capital of the province of the same name. It is located on the Gulf of Salerno on the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Salerno is a lively town, it’s promenade offers elegant shops and trendy cafés.

The historical Old Town is full of tiny passageways and hidden corners. Attractions include the 11th century Duomo (cathedral), the 12th century bell tower and the medieval aqueduct.

Perched on a hilltop 300m above town is Arechi Castle (Castello di Arechi). Spectacular views of Salerno, the Amalfi Coast and the Gulf of Salerno can be seen from the castle.

Museums include Archeologico Provinciale, Didattico della Scuola Medica Salernitana and Diocesano di Salerno.

The Giardino della Minerva (Botanical Gardens) and the Parco del Mercatello are popular places to relax and enjoy nature.

There is a small ferry terminal at the bottom of the Marina, for ferry trips along the coast of Amalfi.

There are a number of sandy beaches located in and around Salerno, including one a few kilometres along the Amalfi coast road.

Seafood, pizza and pasta are widely available in local restaurants.

Cruise ships dock at the Port of Salerno, where it is a 15 minute shuttle ride into the centre of town. Some cruiselines offer transport.

The City of Salerno also offers free shuttles to the port gates as walking is not permitted inside the port area.