Tour of the Archaeological Park of Cuma and Antro della Sibilla
The Archaeological Park of Cuma is a fascinating place halfway between myth and history, in the Campi Flegrei area, a few kilometers from the city of Naples.
Among the oldest Greek colonies in the West, Cuma is known for hosting the Sybil's Cave, an oracle whose predictions are described in numerous works by Greek and Latin authors.
Discover the beauty of a city full of charm by visiting the ancient monuments whose legends inspired Virgil!
Find out why this volcanic area is called Campi Flegrei.
We will visit the Archaeological Park of Cuma (Acropolis of Cuma): the first Greek colony in the West, the Delphic cult and the Apollonian cult, the lunar calendars at the Sybil's Cave and the power of Augustus, the archaeological traces of the first Christians in the temples .
Options
Minimum 1 Adult + 2 Youth
What's included in Tour of the Archaeological Park of Cuma and Antro della Sibilla
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Sibyl's Cave (Antro della Sibilla)
After a historical introduction that will illustrate to the tour participants historical curiosities regarding the importance of the archaeological park, we will proceed towards the Sybil's Cave, which is an artificial gallery from the Greco-Roman era, found following the archaeological excavations of the ancient city of Cuma: it is identified as the place within which the Sibilla Cumana worked and disseminated her oracles.
Parco Archeologico di Cuma
After visiting the Sybil's cave, the guide will accompany you for another two hours in the park and will take you back in time, talking to you about the strategic importance that this place has had in history, during the visit you will see the Roman Crypta with the cisterns, the Terrace on the Forest of Cuma, the Temple of Apollo, the Temple of Jupiter and you will take a walk along the Via Sacra which is located in the holm oak forest in the park.
Inclusions
- Historical-Archaeological Guide
- Park entrance ticket
- Tips and various personal expenses at the box office
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- We meet all the participants at the park entrance at the time agreed upon during the booking process.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Participants will be welcomed and accompanied by the guide throughout the guided tour.
