The Valley of the Temples at a glance
The Valley of the Temples (Valle dei Templi) is the archaeological park of Agrigento, on Sicily's south coast. It is a long ridge with Greek temples, the best known of them the Temple of Concordia, and it has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. The park is run by the Region of Sicily; tickets are sold through the operator's online shop.
The modern city of Agrigento sits on the hill above. You can see the temples in half a day. Add the Kolymbethra garden, the archaeological museum or the Scala dei Turchi, and the visit fills a full day.
Tickets in 2026
Adult prices. Tickets are limited, so buy them online ahead of your visit.
| Ticket | Adult | Reduced | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park (Valley of the Temples) | €14 | €7 | Reduced for EU citizens aged 18 to 25 and FAI members. Free under 18 |
| Park plus Kolymbethra garden | €20 | €12 | Minors aged 6 to 17 pay €2 for the garden |
| Park plus Griffo archaeological museum | From €19.20 | From €9.60 | One booking page lists €20.20 and €10.60, so check the total at checkout |
| Audio guide | €5 | Same | Up to 3 hours, ID as a deposit |
| Guided tour "Valle senza segreti" | €15 | €7 for ages 6 to 11 | Meets at the Temple of Juno. Ask whether park entry is included |
| Underground tours | €7 | €5 for children | Ask whether park entry is included |
Entry is usually free on the first Sunday of the month; the next first Sunday is 1 November 2026. An exhibition surcharge of €3 applies to all paying tickets from 23 July to 31 October 2026 and is listed as an addition to the €14. From 1 November it falls away. Bikes and scooters are not allowed in the park.
Our picks: Valley of the Temples
A ticket with app, a guided group tour or a private guide.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Private archaeological tour of the Valley of the Temples
A private local guide with park entry included, priced per person. You make your own way to the Temple of Juno ticket office.
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Valley of the Temples skip-the-line guided tour
Two hours with a certified local guide and priority entry. The official ticket alone costs €14, plus €3 until 31 October 2026.
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Valley of the Temples ticket with audio guide app
Priority entry and an audio guide app instead of a live guide. Booked directly, the official ticket costs €14 plus €3 until 31 October.
Check availability →Valley of the Temples tours
Guided visits to the temples, tours from Palermo and combinations with the Scala dei Turchi and the coast, with live prices and availability.
Opening hours and entrances
Normal hours run daily from 8:30 to 20:00, with the last entry at 19:00.
Summer evenings
In 2026 the park stayed open into the evening from 20 June to 20 September. The closing time varied between weekdays and the eve of holidays, so confirm the exact time when you book a summer visit. After 20 September, normal hours apply.
Three ticket offices
The Temple of Juno entrance (Via Panoramica dei Templi), Porta V (Contrada Sant'Anna) and the Hellenistic theatre (Contrada San Nicola), which is closed from November to March. Check which gate suits your parking or bus stop.
Kolymbethra garden
The garden has shorter hours than the park, for example 10:00 to 16:00 in January and February. You enter it only after the park entrance.
Getting to Agrigento
The park lies just outside the modern city.
| From | By train or road | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palermo | Train to Agrigento Centrale | 2 h 04 to 2 h 18 | €11.40 |
| Palermo | Car, 129 km | About 2 h 17 | Fuel |
| Catania | Car, 159 km | About 2 h 05 | Fuel |
Trains from Palermo run less often on weekends: the park lists 13 trains Monday to Friday, 10 on Saturday and 6 on Sunday. Sample departures are 7:43, 8:43, 10:43, 11:43 and 12:43. From Agrigento city, bus lines 1, 2, 2/ and 3/ leave from Piazzale Rosselli and the station at Piazza Marconi. Buses also run from Catania airport (SAIS Trasporti) and from Palermo airport (SAL). Our airport guide covers both airports. Catania has its own guide.
Scala dei Turchi near Agrigento
The Scala dei Turchi is a staircase of white marl cliffs at Realmonte, a short drive from Agrigento. In 2026 you need a ticket: €6 per person, paid by card on site. A visit lasts 20 minutes. It is open daily from 8:00, last entry 19:40.
Reservations are made by email to the municipality of Realmonte, giving the number of people and an approximate time. Access is closed in rain, strong wind or high seas, during yellow, orange or red weather alerts and in extreme heat above about 34 to 35 °C. Wear shoes with soft soles and take your litter away. Removing marl is strictly forbidden and fined.
Parking is on the road (SP 68 between Realmonte and Porto Empedocle), where three paid car parks exist, plus two more at the end of the Discesa Majata.
Plan your visit
Tips that save time and money.
Go early or late
The park has little shade. In summer visit early in the morning or near closing, and bring water and a hat.
Book ahead
Tickets are limited, and a booked ticket saves time at the gate. Buy online for the date you plan to come.
Continue east
Villa Romana del Casale (UNESCO, 1997) near Piazza Armerina is 90 km from Agrigento, about 1 h 36 by road. Noto and the baroque southeast are further on.
Noto and the baroque southeast →More places on your route
Agrigento connects the west and the southeast.
Palermo
129 km north, with the Palatine Chapel and Monreale.
Noto and the baroque towns
Noto, Ragusa Ibla and Scicli; Ragusa Ibla is 131 km away, 2 h 26 by road.
Sicily itinerary
Where Agrigento fits on a 7 to 10 day route.
Weather and best time
When the temples are cool enough to enjoy.
Valley of the Temples: frequently asked questions
How much is the Valley of the Temples?
€14 for adults in 2026, €7 reduced, free under 18. Until 31 October 2026 an exhibition surcharge of €3 applies on top.
How long do I need?
About 2 to 3 hours for the temples. With the Kolymbethra garden or the museum, plan a full day.
Do I need to book the Scala dei Turchi?
Yes. The visit costs €6, is paid by card on site and lasts 20 minutes. Reservations go by email to the municipality of Realmonte.
How do I get from Palermo to Agrigento?
By train in about 2 h 04 to 2 h 18 for €11.40, or by car in about 2 h 17 over 129 km.
Is Agrigento the same as the Valley of the Temples?
Agrigento is the modern city. The Valley of the Temples is the ancient Greek site just south of it.