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Culture of Atrani. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces

The entire territory of Atrani is a unique historical and architectural area. Every single building located in the city is of great historical value, as there are no modern buildings here at all. Even though all the significant city landmarks are easy to explore in one day, you can be sure local sightseeing tours will not be boring.
Your active city break in Atrani. Attractions, recreation and entertainment - best places to spend your day and night here
Atrani can hardly be called a typical tourist resort, but you can be sure your vacation will not be limited to just visiting historical sights. First of all, it should be noted that the city … Open
The wonderful Church of San Salvatore de' Birecto was built in the 10th century and has undergone one of the largest renovations in the heyday of the Baroque style. Since then, its appearance and interior design have remained virtually unchanged. During that major reconstruction, the church got its beautiful clock tower and an atrium.
The church had a very important religious significance during the days of the Amalfi Republic. During this period, coronations and cremations of the doges took place in the church. Several ancient burials have been preserved on the territory of the church. Despite the numerous reconstructions that the church has gone through, it has retained some elements of the 11th-century decoration. You will have the opportunity to admire unique artistic murals and woodwork. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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You will not find stores and shopping centers directly in Atrani, but the city still has something to offer shopping enthusiasts. Nearby is the town of Amalfi where you can walk through the … Open
An equally interesting religious monument is the Church of the Immaculate Conception located nearby. It is quite small but keeps some unique historical artifacts within its walls Inside, you can see an ancient altar made of rare marble, as well as ancient Roman urns, which were once used to store water.
One of the most revered religious monuments among locals is the Collegiate Church of St Mary Magdalene, which bears the name of the main patroness of the city. It was built in 1274 on the ruins of an ancient destroyed fortress. The first major reconstruction of the church took place in the second half of the 16th century. The church is famous for its variety of beautiful sculptures and paintings. Some of the artworks presented here are more than 500 years old. You will have a chance to see historic murals and an ancient ceiling decorated with artistic tiles. The facade of the medieval church is the only example of Rococo architecture on the Amalfi coast. Next to the church, there is a small terrace offering wonderful coastal views.
Guide to Atrani sightseeing - things to see and to visit
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Another interesting historic monument is the Church of San Michele Arcangelo located near Atrani. The construction of the church took place in the 11th-12th centuries on very difficult mountainous terrain. Initially, there was a cemetery on the site of the church. That's why it was built outside the city walls. One of the most massive burials took place here in 1656 when a plague epidemic hit the city. The historic cemetery remained functioning until 1927 when burials stopped here. The old church is also famous for its amazing artistic decoration and Baroque altar. Next to the altar, there is a staircase leading to a small chapel, which is the oldest surviving part of the church.
If you like exploring historical sites, be sure to visit the fortress Torre dello Ziro located in the vicinity of the city. The exact date of its construction is still unknown, but the first official mention of it dates back to the 15th century. The castle was built on the ruins of even older defensive structures, which were located here in the early Middle Ages. Some of the surviving fragments of the ancient fortress can be seen today. The fortress is shrouded in many interesting stories and legends, which you will surely hear during the tour. According to the legends, a lot of brutal murders took place in the castle, and locals believe that ghosts live within the walls of the old castle.
Your active city break in Atrani. Attractions, recreation and entertainment - best places to spend your day and night here
Atrani can hardly be called a typical tourist resort, but you can be sure your vacation will not be limited to just visiting historical sights. First of all, it should be noted that the city … Open
A vivid historical monument of the early 17th century is the Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel whose main feature is an original Moorish-style bell tower. The interior of the church is made in the best traditions of the Baroque style. Skillful 15th-century frescoes are considered its main decoration.
One of Atrani's most unusual attractions is Masaniello Cave. According to legend, one of the local Christian preachers was hiding from persecution in this cave. You will also have the opportunity to visit the historic Church of Santa Maria del Bando that was built over a thousand years ago. Burial ceremonies for members of the royal family were held in this church in medieval times. Today, visitors to the church can see urns with their ashes.
In the section below, you can get one of our excursion, activities or city discovery tours over Atrani and surroundings. Our website offers 10-30% lower ticket prices, when compared to the offline purchase on the spot.

City tours, excursions and tickets in Atrani and surroundings

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Reference information
Map of all palaces
Public palaces near Atrani
♥   Palace 'Palace of Portici' Portici, 30.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Palace 'Royal Palace' Naples, 37.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Palace 'Royal Palace of Caserta' , 54.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Palace 'Royal Palace of Carditello' Caserta, 59 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Atrani
♥   Duomo di S. Lorenzo, Scala, 2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilica di S. Trofimena, Minori, 2.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Cattedrale Abbazia di SS. Trinità, Trinità di Cava, 8.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Santuario di Sant’Anna, Piazza Roma, 9.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilica di S. Maria Assunta, Castellabate, 10.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilica di S. Maria dell’Olmo, Cava de’ Tirreni, 10.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Concattedrale di S. Maria della Visitazione, Cava de’ Tirreni, 11 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Excursions over cultural sights of neighbours of Atrani

Sorrento
The famous landmark of Sorrento is the Basilica di San Antonio. It was built in the 11th century on the site of a small chapel; now it has an interesting collection of works of art. Visitors can admire beautiful paintings by local artists and see an interesting ... Open »
Capri
Despite its modest size, the island of Capri is characterized by an abundance of unique attractions. There are amazing historical buildings and archaeological areas, as well as curious natural attractions. The island is ready to offer its guests a very rich and ... Open »
Naples
Exploration of local landmarks and sights will turn into an unforgettable experience as the city of Naples and its suburbs count inestimable architectural landmarks and monuments as well as remarkable historical objects in hundreds. A perfect landmark of the Renaissance ... Open »
Agropoli
A much more recent, but no less attractive religious monument is the Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Anne erected in the late 16th century. Important local fortifications are the towers named after St. Francis and St. Mark. Interestingly, the latter is part of the city ... Open »
Procida Island
Another ancient structure that attracts the attention of travelers is the castle d'Avalos. This monumental structure was built in the 11th century, and since then little has changed. Time almost did not touch the fortress in large part due to the fact that until very ... Open »
Isola di Ischia
Another well-known place on the island is the Manzi Hotel. Luigi Manzi built it in 1863 next to the thermal spring of Gurgitello. The building of the hotel is valuable not only as an embodiment of the Italian architectural trends of the 19th century. Famous ... Open »
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