Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
Italian
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
May–Oct
Typical Duration
7-14 nights
Price Range
From $50 pp
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to the stunning Amalfi Coast and Pompeii, offering cruisers access to some of Italy's most iconic archaeological and coastal attractions.
Cruises that visit Salerno
- cruises to Salerno
- Salerno sailings
- Salerno cruises
- 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 7-night Seabourn cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 7-night Seabourn cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Seabourn cruise
- 7-night Seabourn cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Salerno
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Getting around:
Amalfi Coast
Amazing views and things to do.
Maximall Shopping Complex
You can find everything...decent prices, close to the motorway.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Cilento Outlet
Great selection of stores and great prices!
Closes soon · 9 PM
Centro Commerciale Le Cotoniere
Variety of stores for the entire family.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Duomo di Santa Maria degli Angeli, San Matteo e San Gregorio VII
The museum has some of the most beautiful painting.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Fri
Grotta dello Smeraldo
It was a fun little activity and cheap too - worth it!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Centro Commerciale Siniscalchi
You can find a lot , price are inexpensive.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Spiaggia Santa Teresa
In the evening, you can admire the sunset and stroll along the embankment.
Pizzeria Saporito Salerno
Great pizza and a great hard to find salad in Salerno.
Garden of Minerva
Loved this quiet and reflective educational garden, incredible views!
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Fri
Pepe Nero
Delicious foodd, great atmosphere, good service
Parco del Mercatello
Green relaxing place in the middle of the town.
Al Dente Spaghetteria
The baked cod, octopus ragout bruschetta, and all the pastas were delicious!
Arechi Castle
Inside, there is a great multimedia museum and a café with incredible views.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Mamma Rosa
The food was incredibly good and presentation was very beautiful.
Osteria dei Sapori
The atmosphere, service, and food were all excellent.
Osteria Nonna Maria Salerno
One of the best local Italian meal I had in Salerno ♥️♥️ Jesus was amazing.
Osteria Angolo Masuccio
Delicious food, wonderful service, and delightful atmosphere for all.
Villa Comunale di Salerno
It has magical Christmas decoration!
Grotte di Castelcivita
Better go there with an adventurous group of friends!
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM Fri
Galleria Mediterraneo
Closes soon · 9 PM
Spiaggia di Maiori (Maiori Beach)
The water of the beach is crystal clear!
Closed · Opens 8 AM Fri
Piazza della Libertà
The square was designed by Ricardo Bofill 's RBTA studio.
La Traversa
A very authentic Italian restaurant in Salerno.
Closes soon · 9:30 PM
Sea Garden Beach Club
The beach is clean and the life guards are helpful.
La Isla Bonita - Beach Club
We use the beach club during the day , was 25 for two chairs and umbrella .
Casa Ragùsa
Everything feels above and beyond, from food, atmosphere and service.
Galleria Capitol
Good place to shop
Open 24 hours
La Botte Pazza
The pasta Nerano was the best pasta I had in my entire 2 week trip to Italy.
Cicirinella
Food is delicious, local, authentic, and well-prepared.
Pescheria
very high quality food and friendly service.
Medieval Aqueduct
Didn't expect it to end abruptly in front of a house, that's for sure.
Trattoria aRoma
The atmosphere was warm, relaxing, and perfect for a memorable meal.
Black Roses
Good for burgers and beer
A Sud
Delicious food, above and beyond service, and incredible atmosphere.
L'Unico Drink & Food Salerno
If you want authentic Italian food away from the tourist area come here.
Osteria dei Mercanti
Fantastic service, great outside seating, lovely food!
Maremō Beach Club
We went back 2 days later after my boyfriend proposed to me.
Amore Espresso Specialty Coffee Shop
Very delicious coffee, nice atmosphere and friendly staff!
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Fri
Mariterraneo Ristorante di Mare
The pistachio pasta was the best thing I ate in all of Italy.
Spiaggia di Torre Picentina
Highly accesible by bus or parking along the street.
Salerno Seafront
This zone specially has a lot to offer in terms of history and architecture.
Ristorante Hydra
Very delicious food and wine, friendly service and nice setting/location.
Spiaggia il Porticciolo
Small.and a bit dirty but the best you can find around.
Church of St. George
Cute place a lot of paintings on the wall worth a visit with the other 2
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Fri
Saporìa
... food is tasty, prices are reasonable, and it’s a nice spot for dinner
Spiaggia di Salerno
Great public (free) sandy beach with a view.
Caffé et Cafè
Exceptionally fresh croissant and coffee, very busy with local people.
Provincial Archaeological Museum of Salerno
Requires modernisation - more children friendly plus more interactive.
Temporarily closed
bar L’Angolo
The most delicious drinks I’ve ever had and very kind and informative staff!
Casamare
The food was delicious and the service was excellent.
Habemus Papam
Food tasty/well priced, and a nice atmosphere inside.
The Black Monday speakeasy TBM
Fun, great staff, fantastic drinks and atmosphere.
Filtro Café
Great service, great food and phenomenal coffee
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
View of the Gulf
Well kept - it was freshly painted when we arrived
Re Maurì
The waiters are so professional and the view is amazing while having dinner!
Matta pasta bar
The food was so delicious, the wine was amazing and the prices were awesome!
Nanou Restaurant Lounge Salerno
Phenomenal food, relaxed and cosy atmosphere.
Point & Comma Cafe Salerno
... were so friendly and gave us great recommendations for coffee.
Closes soon · 9:30 PM
Cuba Libre cocktail e pinse!
The service is impeccable, the drinks are good, the atmosphere like family.
Thé coffeelate Portanova
Warm and charming service and delicious coffee and desserts.
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Fri
La Fabbrica delle Meraviglie
This place is deep in size and selection.
Open · Closes 12 AM
Terraferma
10/10 recommended for a special dinner
Suscettibile Salerno
Desserts were so creative and delicious, we almost ordered all of them.
Closed · Opens 7:30 PM Thu
Nero Caffè
The coffee and pastries are delicious and the service is even better.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Bocconcì Salerno
Friendly service, drinks amazing!
Alcoholic - Cocktails & Shots Bar
Great service, delicious drinks
Casa Spaghetti Salerno
Very delicious food, big portions and polite service.
Galleria del corso
Great deals on men's and women's clothing
Open 24 hours
Pucci Street Cafè
The coffee was great and the service was super friendly.
Ristorante Marea Salerno
The food, the atmosphere, and the customer service are all outstanding.
Convivium Sea Food Restaurant Salerno
Despite this, we were lucky to have an excellent and very attentive waiter.
Emrata beach
Has a swimming pool og live music concerts.
Meso Cocktail Bar & Ristorante Pan Latino
Delicious food, attentive service and beautiful cocktails too.
Off Listening Bar - Cocktail Bar - Sushi Bar
Amazing cocktails, great service, and such a cool vibe.
The Wood
Best cocktails I've had in over 2 weeks in Italy.
Marama Tiki Bar Salerno
Bangers cocktails and great atmosphere.
Capicchione - Trattoria di mare
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Paolo Fiorillo - Salerno store
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Cafe' El Ritual
We got a coffee and a croissant and both were excellent.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Punto panoramico di Salerno
Get a photo there before/after visiting the Minerva.
Vin Guerra Private Chef, Cuoco a domicilio Salerno
He’s not only an amazing chef, he brings so much love and joy to our table!
Muri d'autore
Very cool art installment near the Garden of Minerva.
Gift Salerno
In-store shopping·In-store pickup
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Fri
Baia Beach
Best beach in Salerno etc etc
Salerno Viewpoint
Escalators and a breathtaking view of the city and the sea!
Obelisco Moderno
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Salerno
Salerno has emerged as a vibrant Mediterranean cruise hub, welcoming twelve major cruise lines including Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Oceania Cruises. With 345 upcoming cruises and a strong focus as a port of call, Salerno offers excellent connectivity to iconic Mediterranean destinations like Civitavecchia, Barcelona, Livorno, and Kotor. Most itineraries feature seven-night voyages, making this southern Italian port an ideal embarkation point or stopover for exploring the region's rich maritime routes.
When your ship docks in Salerno, you'll find yourself in a charming coastal town with direct access to the stunning Amalfi Coast and the archaeological wonders of Pompeii and Herculaneum. The port's convenient location means you can maximize your time ashore, whether you're exploring local treasures or venturing to nearby UNESCO World Heritage sites. Peak travel months run from May through October, with particularly strong activity in summer and early autumn.
When your ship docks in Salerno, you'll find yourself in a charming coastal town with direct access to the stunning Amalfi Coast and the archaeological wonders of Pompeii and Herculaneum. The port's convenient location means you can maximize your time ashore, whether you're exploring local treasures or venturing to nearby UNESCO World Heritage sites. Peak travel months run from May through October, with particularly strong activity in summer and early autumn.
Cruise Lines at Salerno
- Norwegian Cruise Line (124 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (95 cruises)
- Viking Ocean Cruises (76 cruises)
- Seabourn (60 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (24 cruises)
- Royal Caribbean International (17 cruises)
- Silversea (15 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (8 cruises)
- Emerald Cruises (3 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (2 cruises)
- Aurora Expeditions (1 cruise)
- Carnival Cruise Line (1 cruise)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salerno known for?
Salerno is known for its Gulf views, sunny climate, historic sites, and delicious regional cuisine.
How can I visit Salerno's coastal areas?
Coastal areas are accessible by car, train, or ferry, with scenic promenades along the shore.
What are must-see places in Salerno?
Explore the old town, Lungomare Trieste, and nearby historic sites and temples.
When is the best time to visit Salerno?
Spring and early autumn offer mild weather and fewer crowds.