Things to Do in Avellino

Main cathedral rebuilt in neo-classical style after the 1980 earthquake. The crypt holds a 12th-century mosaic floor and Roman columns from an earlier church.

🕐 Mon-Sat 08:00-12:30, 16:00-19:00; Sun 08:00-13:00, 16:00-20:00

💡 Go during late afternoon when the light hits the mosaics in the crypt. The bell tower climb costs €2 but is worth it for the view.

Historic fountain from the late 1800s at the main square. Granite and marble, with decorative masks and water spouts.

🕐 Always visible

💡 Grab a coffee at the bar opposite at sunset—the light hits the fountain nicely. Water is safe to drink from the spigot.

The city's main cathedral, rebuilt after the 1980 earthquake, with a modern interior and a 12th-century crypt.

🕐 Daily 8:00-12:00, 16:00-19:00

💡 Check the crypt floor for a Roman mosaic; it's often missed by visitors.

18th-century marble fountain in Piazza della Libertà showing Bellerophon fighting the Chimera. Water is drinkable from the spouts at the base.

🕐 Accessible at all times

💡 Fill your bottle here before a city walk — the water is from the nearby Terme di Avellino springs and tastes clean.

Romanesque cathedral rebuilt after the 1980 earthquake. Features a striking marble facade and a crypt with Roman ruins underneath.

🕐 08:00-12:00, 16:00-19:00 daily

💡 Look for the small museum inside the crypt—entry is free but donations are welcome.

A modern theatre building with a striking facade. Free to view from outside; the lobby is open during shows and some rehearsals.

🕐 Box office open Tue-Sat 10:30-13:00, 16:30-19:30

💡 Check the schedule for free open rehearsals on weekday afternoons.

The city's main cathedral, rebuilt several times after earthquakes. Look for the Romanesque crypt with ancient columns and the baroque high altar.

🕐 07:30–12:30, 16:00–19:30 daily

💡 Go early morning to see the light through the rose window hit the marble floor. Free entry, but donations appreciated.

The main cathedral, rebuilt in the 19th century after an earthquake. Inside you'll find a crypt with Roman ruins and a baroque high altar.

🕐 Mon-Sat 8:30-12:00, 16:00-19:30; Sun 8:30-13:00, 16:30-20:00

💡 Walk around the back to see the original medieval bell tower still standing.

A 14th-century Gothic church with a simple stone exterior and a bright, single-nave interior. Frescoes from the 15th century remain on the walls.

🕐 Mon-Sat 9:00-12:00, 16:00-18:00; closed Sun

💡 Check the side chapels—two have intact fresco fragments. The church is often empty, so you'll have it to yourself.

A 17th-century church with a striking baroque facade and ornate interior decorations.

🕐 Daily 08:00-12:00, 16:00-19:00

💡 Pop in during morning mass to hear the old organ; visitors are welcome to sit quietly.

A small museum in a historic palazzo, focusing on local art and archaeology. Free entry, with a permanent collection of medieval religious paintings and rotating contemporary exhibits.

🕐 09:00–13:00, 16:00–19:00 Tue–Sun

💡 Ask the attendant for the key to the rooftop terrace — often unlocked, but rarely advertised. Great view of the cathedral dome.

Regional museum housed in a former monastery. Exhibits range from prehistoric tools to medieval art and local ceramics.

🕐 09:00-19:00 Tue-Sun, closed Mon

💡 Free entry on first Sunday of each month. Regular admission €3—still cheap. Allow 1.5 hours.

Regional museum in a former prison with archaeological finds from the Irpinia area, including Samnite bronzes and Roman inscriptions. Small but well-curated.

🕐 Tue-Sun 09:00-13:00, 16:00-19:00; closed Mon

💡 Free entry is on the first Sunday of each month. Check their Facebook page for occasional free guided tours in English.

Housed in a former monastery, this museum covers archaeology, natural history, and art from the Irpinia region. The archaeological section includes Samnite and Roman finds.

🕐 Tue-Sun 9:00-13:00, 16:00-19:00; closed Mon

💡 Free entry on the first Sunday of each month. Otherwise it's 3€. The cloister courtyard is a peaceful spot for a break.

The main square of Avellino, with a central fountain, a cafe-lined perimeter, and the Palazzo di Città (town hall). Events and markets happen here regularly.

🕐 Open 24 hours

💡 Grab a coffee at Bar Centrale on the south side—it's cheap and they don't charge extra for terrace tables. Check if there's a farmers' market on Saturday morning.

Public library in a restored palazzo. Free reading rooms, occasional exhibitions, and a quiet courtyard garden.

🕐 09:00-13:00, 15:00-19:00 Mon-Fri; 09:00-13:00 Sat

💡 Ask the librarian to see the 16th-century manuscripts—they’ll show you if not busy. Opens till late on Wednesdays.

City park with tall plane trees, fountains, and benches. A popular spot for locals walking dogs, reading, or having a coffee from the adjacent café.

🕐 Open 24 hours

💡 The free public toilets are behind the main fountain, not clearly marked. Best visit in spring when the wisteria over the pergola is in bloom.

Green space created from the earthquake rubble, with walking paths, pine trees, and panoramic views of the Irpinia hills.

🕐 Open 24 hours

💡 Go early morning for quiet—locals walk dogs here. No benches everywhere, so bring a blanket if you want to sit.

A hillside park with paths, benches, and views over the city and surrounding mountains.

🕐 Daily 07:00-20:00

💡 Go at late afternoon for the best light on the peaks; bring water as there's no café.

A large public park on a hillside, with wooded paths, benches, and views over the valley. Good for a quiet walk or a picnic.

🕐 Open 24 hours

💡 Walk up to the top of the park for the best view of the city and mountains. There's a small playground for children, too.