Melfi private tour: Walking among castles, gates & views

The itinerary begins in Melfi at the majestic Melfi Castle, a symbol of Norman and medieval power, featuring imposing towers and fortified walls. Inside, visitors can explore courtyards, halls, and historic corridors, as well as the National Archaeological Museum Massimo Pallottino, which houses artifacts from Lucanian and Roman populations, including weapons, ceramics, and funerary goods. Particularly noteworthy is the marble sarcophagus from Rapolla, decorated with reliefs depicting deities and the figure of the deceased. The tour continues to the Belvedere dei Normanni, offering stunning views over the Vulture area and surrounding hills and landscapes. It then proceeds to the Cathedral of Saint Maria Assunta, a blend of Romanesque and Baroque styles, with richly decorated interiors and artworks. Nearby stands the Episcopal Palace. The itinerary concludes at Porta Venosina and along Via Federico II, among bastions and walls that tell the story of the city’s medieval past.