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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Metaponto
Main archaeological museum for ancient Metapontum, displaying Greek pottery, sculpture, votive finds, and context for nearby ruins.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 07:04AM | Duration 16h09 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 08:04AM | Duration 16h29 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:14AM | Duration 16h14 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 09:04AM | Duration 16h09 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €76 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €95 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €47 |
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Main archaeological museum for ancient Metapontum, displaying Greek pottery, sculpture, votive finds, and context for nearby ruins.
Exhibition route inside the archaeological park explaining the urban sanctuary, temples, and excavations of ancient Metapontum.
Small interpretive collection focused on temple architecture and urban planning in the archaeological area.
Modern seaside district with beach access, pine woods, and summer promenades; the main leisure area for coastal walks.
Long sandy beach backed by dunes and pinewoods, popular for walking, sea views, and access to the Ionian coastline.
Coastal pine forest offering shade, nature walks, and a quieter contrast to the beach during the summer season.
A simple peasant dish of dried sweet peppers fried until crisp. It is a Basilicata classic, often used to add crunch and smoky flavor to local meals.
Fresh pasta shaped by hand and served with tomato sauce, lamb or pork ragù, and often grated pecorino. It is one of Basilicata’s best-known traditional pastas.
Rustic baked lamb with potatoes, herbs, and olive oil. It reflects inland Basilicata cooking and is a festive favorite across the region.
Established seafood restaurant in Metaponto known for local fish dishes, pasta, and a relaxed seaside atmosphere.
Refined dining inside the Hotel Turismo. Known for polished regional cooking, seafood, and a more elegant setting.
Casual pizzeria and restaurant serving pizza, local pasta, and straightforward southern Italian dishes in a family-friendly atmosphere.
Moderate for southern Italy; stays and meals are often cheaper than major tourist cities, while beach-season lodging and car-dependent travel can raise costs.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafes, 5-10% for good restaurant service if not included, and round up taxi fares.
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