Travel Information for the Conference in Paestum
Dear Participants,
We are pleased to provide you with detailed travel instructions for reaching Paestum, the venue for our conference. Below, you will find guidance on available transportation options and recommendations to ensure a smooth journey.
Travel from Naples Capodichino Airport to Paestum
- Airport Shuttle to Naples Central Station:
From Naples Capodichino Airport, you can take the Alibus shuttle service which connects the airport to Naples Central Station. Tickets can be booked online via this link. - Taxi to Naples Central Station:
Alternatively, you can take a taxi from Naples Capodichino Airport to Naples Central Station. The distance is approximately 4 km. - Train Connections from Naples Central Station to Paestum:
From Naples Central Station, several trains operate to the Paestum or Capaccio-Roccadaspide stations, which are the closest to the conference venue. Train schedules and tickets are available on the Trenitalia website.
Transfer from Paestum or Capaccio-Roccadaspide Stations to Your Accommodation
- Once you arrive at either Paestum or Capaccio-Roccadaspide station, we recommend checking with your hotel for shuttle transfer services. Many hotels in the area provide transportation from these stations to their premises.
- For example, the Hotel Hariston offers a transfer service from both stations. Please confirm the availability and arrangements directly with your chosen hotel.
Important Notes:
- Evening Arrivals at Naples Capodichino Airport:
- If your flight arrives after 7:00 PM, please note that train connections from Naples Central Station to Paestum become limited.
- In such cases, we recommend staying overnight at a hotel near Naples Central Station and continuing your journey by train the following morning.
- Alternative Airport Option:
- The Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport is closer to Paestum than Naples Capodichino. However, as of now, flight schedules for June 2025 have not been released. Updates will be provided if flights to Salerno become available.
- Alternative transportation option from Naples Capodichino Airport to Hotel Ariston – Peastum: shuttle service
- A private shuttle service is available upon request. Please fill out the attached form and send it by email to info@anbitravel.it by April 30, 2025 with the subject: EAAOP7 – shuttle service Napoli Airport – Hotel Ariston. In the days following the deadline you will receive an email with the price and conditions (e.g., shuttle time, meeting point etc.) of the shuttle service, that you will have to confirm together with the payment of a deposit by credit card or bank transfer (details will be provided).
We strongly encourage you to plan your trip in advance, paying close attention to your arrival times and transportation schedules. Should you require any further assistance, feel free to contact the conference organizing team.
We look forward to welcoming you to Paestum!
Paestum (Salerno)
EAAOP-7 will be held at the Hotel Ariston Paestum
Via Laura, 13 - Capaccio-Paestum (SA).
The Ariston Hotel
The Ariston Hotel is located in the Bay of Paestum, a few kilometers from the famous archaeological area and 600 meters from the private beach. A privileged place to visit all of Campania. We are in fact 20 minutes from Agropoli and 30 from Castellabate, two pearls of Cilento, and just over an hour from Salerno and the Amalfi Coast.
History of Paestum
Founded by the Greeks around 600 BC, Paestum was initially called Poseidonia, from Poseidon, or Neptune, god of the sea, to whom the city was dedicated. Between 400 and 273 BC it was occupied by the Italic Lucanian population.
In 273 it became a Roman colony with the name of Paestum. Its temples are now a UNESCO heritage site and the degree of conservation of these majestic monuments is truly appreciable, especially as regards the Doric temples dedicated to Hera and Athena.
Paestum represents the best-preserved archaeological site today. It stands on the Sele plain right on the Gulf of Salerno. Not far from the temples is the National Archaeological Museum of Paestum containing objects of predominantly ancient Greek manufacture, found in the various necropolises in the surrounding area. Among the most beautiful finds preserved in the museum we find the paintings found in the so-called “tomb of the diver”, the only remaining example of Greek painting from Magna Graecia.
In addition to being a site of very important archaeological interest, Paestum is also a tourist destination for its sea and good food.
Paestum is characterized by a long (15 km) and wide beach, bathed by the Cilento sea and a popular destination in summer. A very large pine forest stands between the coastal road and the beach.
Paestum is in the center of the Piana del Sele, the homeland of buffalo mozzarella, a very tasty traditional fresh cheese awarded the DOP mark, an irreplaceable element of pizza margherita and Italian cuisine.
In Paestum there are many dairies where it is possible to take guided tours to see how mozzarella is produced, and above all to taste mozzarella in its various forms.