Valle dei Templi: almond tree in bloom and ancient Greece
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
Area: Agrigento surroundings
The Archaeological Park of the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento is one of the largest archaeological sites in the Mediterranean and preserves an extraordinary monumental and landscape heritage of the classical age.
The entire area has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. < br> The Valley of the Temples is characterized by the remains of eleven temples in Doric order, three sanctuaries, a large concentration of necropolis, hydraulic works, a part of a Roman Hellenistic quarter, an Olympeion and a Bouleuterion. Inside it houses the temple of Concord which, together with the Parthenon, is considered the best preserved Doric temple in the world.
The entire area has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. < br> The Valley of the Temples is characterized by the remains of eleven temples in Doric order, three sanctuaries, a large concentration of necropolis, hydraulic works, a part of a Roman Hellenistic quarter, an Olympeion and a Bouleuterion. Inside it houses the temple of Concord which, together with the Parthenon, is considered the best preserved Doric temple in the world.
Things to do
Tour, Experience, Tastings,...
Valley of the Temples ticket
Tickets for Valley of the Temples. Guided tour suggested.
Kolymbethra Garden Entry Ticket
Head inside the Valley of the Temples to a shaded corner of paradise where the citrus plants radiate fruity fragrances. Enjoy the nature of Kolymbethra Garden and opt to add on an underground tour.
Valley of the Temples E-Scooter Tour
Explore the wonderful Valley of the Temples in a comfortable and fun way. Enjoy an exclusive 1 or 2-hour sightseeing tour on a modern electric scooter.
Traditional Festivals, Events, Live Show,... Valle dei Templi
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Valle dei Templi
You can obviously taste all the typical products of Sicilian cuisine, the most well-known ones, such as cannoli, Sicilian cassata, arancini, etc. But there are some specialties typical of this area that are more difficult to find in other areas of Sicily.
Interesting Facts
Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Valle dei Templi
Where to stay
Best Offers of Vacation Rental, hotel, B&B where to sleep in Valle dei Templi
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Valle dei Templi. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!