Selinunte Archaeological Park
Museum Gallery
4.6 (18422 reviews)
Remnants of a trade settlement built in the 7th century BC, with a temple area & marketplace.
Piazzale Bovio Marconi, 91022 Marinella TP, Italy
+39 0923 199 0030
Did You Know?
Europe's Largest Archaeological Park
Selinunte is one of the largest and most impressive archaeological parks in Europe, spanning approximately 270 hectares (670 acres), offering an unparalleled glimpse into ancient Greek civilization.
Temples of Selinunte
The park features the ruins of eight major Greek temples, though not all are fully preserved. These temples are identified by letters (Temple A, B, C, D, E, F, G, O) as their original dedications are often uncertain.
Fallen Giants
Many of Selinunte's magnificent temples, particularly those on the eastern hill, lie in ruins due to a devastating earthquake in the Middle Ages, offering a dramatic landscape of fallen columns and sculpted blocks.
Temple E Rebirth
Temple E, dedicated to Hera, was extensively anastylosed (reconstructed using original materials) in the 20th century, allowing visitors to experience the grandeur of a Doric temple almost as it once stood.
Highlights from Reviews
• impressive scale
The park is vast and offers a powerful glimpse into the grandeur of an ancient Greek city, providing an immersive historical experience.
• well-preserved ruins
The temples and archaeological structures are remarkably intact, allowing visitors to walk inside and around the ancient remnants.
• scenic views
Visitors can enjoy beautiful views of the sea and the surrounding natural landscape from various points within the park.
• shuttle service
A convenient shuttle or golf cart service is available to transport visitors between different sections of the large archaeological park.
• peaceful atmosphere
Despite its size, many visitors found the site to be peaceful, allowing for an unhurried and reflective exploration of the ruins.