Rione Terra, Pozzuoli

Name: Rione Terra
Address: Pozzuoli, Italy

#12 among attractions in Pozzuoli

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Rione Terra is a historic quarter in Pozzuoli, Italy, in the Phlegraean Fields region west of Naples. The ancient fortress originally served as the acropolis for the Greek settlement of Dicearkia before being integrated as the Roman port city of Puteoli. The densely built-up district is located on a small tufa promontory overlooking the Gulf of Pozzuoli and today serves as a tourist attraction. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 40°49'16"N, 14°7'13"E

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Rione Terra – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Phlegraean Fields, Solfatara Volcano, Flavian Amphitheater, Basilica Cattedrale San Procolo Martire.

1.1 miNE
Volcanic area of craters and ancient ruins
Phlegraean Fields, Naples
29 min walk • The Phlegraean Fields, or "Campi Flegrei," located just west of Naples, Italy, is a vast and ancient volcanic area known for its unique geological features and historical significance. This sprawling landscape of calderas, fumaroles, and hot springs is a testament...
1.1 miE
Dormant volcano with mythical ties
Solfatara Volcano, Pozzuoli
29 min walk • The Solfatara Volcano is a captivating natural wonder nestled in the vibrant city of Pozzuoli, Italy, just a stone's throw away from the bustling metropolis of Naples. Known for its simmering volcanic crater, Solfatara is a hidden gem within the Campi Flegrei, a...
0.4 miNE
Large 1st-century AD Roman amphitheater
Flavian Amphitheater, Pozzuoli
11 min walk • The Flavian Amphitheater, located in Pozzuoli, is the third-largest Roman amphitheater in Italy. Only the Roman Colosseum and the Amphitheatre of Capua are larger. It was likely built by the same architects who previously constructed the Roman Colosseum. The name "Flavian Amphitheater" is primarily associated with the Roman Colosseum.
~110 ftNE
Church
Basilica Cattedrale San Procolo Martire, Pozzuoli
1 min walk • Pozzuoli Cathedral or the Basilica of San Procolo martire is the main Roman Catholic church in Pozzuoli and the seat of the Diocese of Pozzuoli. It sits at the top of the Rione Terra and is built around an ancient Roman temple.
0.5 miE
40°49'15"N • 14°7'46"E
Via Sandro Pertini, Pozzuoli
13 min walk • Square

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Which popular attractions are close to Rione Terra?

Nearby attractions include Basilica Cattedrale San Procolo Martire, Pozzuoli (1 min walk), Flavian Amphitheater, Pozzuoli (11 min walk), Via Sandro Pertini, Pozzuoli (13 min walk).

How to get to Rione Terra by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rione Terra:

Bus

Via Cristoforo Columbo - Calzature Musto • Lines: P2 (6 min walk)
Via Pergolesi - Cartoleria • Lines: P2 (10 min walk)

Train

Pozzuoli (8 min walk)
Cappuccini (8 min walk)

Rione Terra, Pozzuoli

Facts and practical information

Rione Terra – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Phlegraean Fields, Naples

Solfatara Volcano, Pozzuoli

Flavian Amphitheater, Pozzuoli

Basilica Cattedrale San Procolo Martire, Pozzuoli

Via Sandro Pertini, Pozzuoli

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rione Terra?

How to get to Rione Terra by public transport?