Enjoy a pleasant walking tour through the historic center of Pozzuoli, led by a professional archaeologist, who will take you through the most important sites of ancient Puteoli.
The tour begins at the Flavian Amphitheatre, one of the largest Roman arenas for gladiatorial games. Built during the reign of Nero, this impressive structure offers a fascinating experience, especially its remarkably well-preserved underground tunnels, which you’ll have the chance to explore.
Next, you’ll visit the 17th-century district of Rione Terra, a unique site where history and culture come together. Walking through this area, you’ll discover traces of the ancient Roman city and learn about Puteoli’s role as a vital commercial hub of the Roman Empire.
Finally, the tour ends at the so-called Temple of Serapis, misnamed due to its Eastern associations. In reality, it is the Macellum, or marketplace, a powerful symbol of the massive volume of goods that once passed through Pozzuoli on behalf of Rome, destined for ports across the Mediterranean.
