The Complex of San Pietro a Corte is one of Salerno’s most fascinating historical sites,
showcasing layers of Roman, medieval, and early Christian history. Located in the heart of the
old town, this archaeological area once served as part of a Roman spa complex and later
became a Lombard palace chapel. Today, visitors can explore its underground ruins, frescoed
chapels, and museum displays that reveal over two thousand years of Salerno’s evolution.
- Explore the Roman thermal baths 🧖♀️ and mosaic floors 🎨 dating back ⏳ to the 1st century AD 🏛️✨
- Visit the medieval chapel ⛪ of San Pietro a Corte 🙏 with its preserved frescoes 🖼️👑
- Learn about the Lombard prince Arechi II 🤴 and his palace complex 🏰📜💡
- View ancient artifacts 🏺 and historical displays 📜 inside the small museum 🏛️👀
- Attend cultural events 🎉 or temporary exhibitions 🖼️ held within the site 🎭✅
- From Salerno Cathedral ⛪: 3-minute walk 🚶♂️ through Largo Antica Corte 🏘️⏱️💨
- From Train Station 🚆: 15-minute walk 🚶♀️ along Corso Vittorio Emanuele 🛣️⏱️✅
- By Bus 🚌: Take Line 5 🚍 or 9 to Piazza Portanova 📍 and walk 👣 into the historic center 🗺️👍
- Wear comfortable shoes 👟 for exploring underground areas 🚇🔦🥾
- Combine your visit 🤝 with Palazzo Fruscione 🏰 next door ➡️🗺️
- Photography 📸 is allowed 👍 but avoid using flash 🚫💡 in frescoed areas 🖼️⚠️
- Check 📅 for free guided tours 🆓🧑🏫 available on weekends 🗓️✅
- 10:00 AM – Start your visit 🧭 at the Complex of San Pietro a Corte 🏛️📜💨
- 11:00 AM – Explore the nearby Palazzo Fruscione 🏰 and medieval streets 🏘️🚶♀️
- 12:30 PM – Lunch 🍽️ at a local trattoria 🍝 near Piazza Portanova 😋👋
