Italy · Heritage Walks

Medieval Caserta Tour, Silk Museum and Food and Wine Tasting (8 hours)

9 Hours Round trip from Naples Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the medieval village of Casertavecchia
02 See the Duomo, bell tower, castle remains, and historic streets
03 Visit the Silk Museum at the Belvedere of San Leucio
04 Learn about eighteenth-century silk production machinery
05 Enjoy panoramic views from the hilltop village
06 Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with onboard commentary
07 Taste local wines and regional culinary specialties
08 Bottled water, parking fees, and WiFi on board included

Discover the medieval charm of Casertavecchia, a historic hilltop village above Caserta known for its cathedral, bell tower, castle remains, and atmospheric old streets. Enjoy time to explore this national monument and take in panoramic views that add to the village’s timeless appeal.

Continue to the Silk Museum at the Belvedere of San Leucio, where ancient eighteenth-century machinery tells the story of a silk-making tradition that became famous throughout the world. The experience concludes with a food and wine tasting at a local winery, where you can sample regional wines and local culinary specialties in a welcoming setting.

Located in the Belvedere of San Leucio, it preserves the ancient machinery of the eighteenth century for the production of silk that has become famous throughout the world.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Naples, Caserta

Languages English, French, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Casertavecchia is a medieval village that rises on the slopes of the Tifatini mountains at an altitude of 401 meters and 10 km from Caserta (in the north-east direction), although the distance as the crow flies is only 4 km. In medieval times it constituted the center of Caserta; since 1960 it is among the Italian national monuments.Located in the Belvedere of San Leucio, it preserves the ancient machinery of the eighteenth century for the production of silk that has become famous throughout the world.Wine and food tasting.

The route