Half-Day Private Sanctuary of Fortuna Private Tour in Palestrina

The Sanctuary of the goddess Fortuna Primigina in ancient Preneste is a must visit place since is on of the most remarkable hellenistic sanctuary of ancient Italy . its scenic architecture composed of three terraces sloping down towards the opposite beautiful valley makes it unique in the panorama of the Italian sanctuaries and the oracular worship of the goddess can only be compared to the Greek sanctuary of Apollo at Delphi where likewise the faithful gather to have the divinity’s response. The museum of ancient Palestrina is modern little jewel which exhibits a splendid collection of archaeological finds from the ancient Roman city of Palestrina and from the sanctuary of the goddess Fortuna. You will enjoy a beautiful walking tour in one of the most enchanting and unspoiled landscape in the outskirt of Rome!

The tour will start with the visit of the panoramic sanctuary of the goddess Fortuna Primigenia at Palestrina. We will visit the panoramic terraces of the Sanctuary , in particular the splendid “antro delle sorti” or “”cave of the fate ” where a child gave the fate to the worshippers.

The guide will lead you to explore the Archeological Museum of the Ancient Palestrina housed into the splendid Palazzo Barberini. The museum houses a remarkable collection of archaeological remains from the ancient Prenestae. The most important is the hellenistic Mosaic of the Nile opera of the great artist from Alexandria of Egypt.

We will visit the splendid Medieval village of Castel San Pietro Romano.
The village located on the Acropolis of the ancient Palestrina has beatiful stone houses and churches and a wonderfull panoramic view over the opposite valley . The most remakable monument is the Castle of the Colonna family. We will than have lunch at the restaurant Gasparri a genuine family run local restaurant that offers home made exquisite local dishes such as home made fettucine, roasted meat with French fries and fresh vegetables.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The total duration of the tour is 5 hours and 30 minutes, the remaining time is for travel.

• Half-Day Private Sanctuary of Fortuna Private Tour in Palestrina
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Tickets will be bought directly at the site of the ancient Palestrina

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• This Tour is Provided by tour.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 2 Travelers is accepted for booking.