Valley of the Temples tour in Agrigento: small group or private

Four temples, seven centuries of stone, one afternoon to stand among them.

A guided tour of the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento covers the Temple of Juno, Temple of Concordia, Temple of Hercules, and the monumental ruins of the Temple of Zeus across a two-hour visit with a licensed guide in English or Spanish. You choose between a small group departure or a private tour; either way, the guide handles the route and the history while you walk the archaeological park. Good walking shoes, a hat and sunscreen matter here—the site has little shade and the ground is uneven gravel.

Step-by-step itinerary

Guided tour of Valley of the Temples

• Meet licensed English guide
• Explore Temple of Juno
• Visit Temple of Concordia
• See Temple of Hercules
• Discover Temple of Zeus ruins
• Experience sunset at temples

The Experience

The Valley of the Temples is a UNESCO World Heritage site built in Doric style, and the ruins still command the landscape even where they stand incomplete. A licensed guide leads you through the park, naming each temple and explaining what it meant to Agrigentum, one of Magna Graecia's most powerful colonies. The Temple of Concordia is the most intact; the Temple of Zeus was once the largest Greek temple ever built, and what remains of its foundations shows the scale. The Temple of Hercules and Temple of Juno round out the main stops. Two hours is the standard length, which means you move at a steady pace and cover the major structures without rushing through them.

You can book this as a small group tour or as a private tour—the difference is who else walks with you, not what you see or how long you spend. Either way, a professional guide in English or Spanish does the talking, so you are not reading plaques or guessing at what the stones mean. The park stays open rain or shine, and the tour runs the same way. Bring good walking shoes (flip-flops will not work on the gravel), a hat, and sunscreen; there is not much shelter once you are inside, and the Sicilian sun is direct.

The site is accessible by public transportation if you are staying in Agrigento, though the tour itself does not include hotel pickup. Infants and small children can come in a pram or stroller, and the tour suits all fitness levels, though the ground is uneven and there is steady walking involved. Guests with wheelchairs or impaired mobility will find the terrain difficult. Children under 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult, and pets are not permitted.

What’s included

• Licensed guide in English or Spanish.
• guided tour of the Valley of the Temples archaeological park covering the Temple of Juno, Temple of Concordia, Temple of Hercules, and Temple of Zeus.
• two-hour visit with professional interpretation of ancient Agrigentum and Magna Graecia history.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Towns of Italy

Is this one for you?Book the small group option if you are comfortable sharing the experience and want to meet other travelers; choose the private tour if you prefer a dedicated guide and the flexibility to linger at whichever temple interests you most.

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Top questions

What are the four main temples I'll see on this tour?

The Temple of Juno, Temple of Concordia, Temple of Hercules, and the Temple of Zeus make up the major stops. The Temple of Zeus is the most monumental—it was once the largest Greek temple ever built, and its ruins still convey that scale even though much of it is gone.

How long does the Valley of the Temples tour take?

The tour runs two hours and covers the main temples at a steady pace. That length gives you time to walk the site and listen to the guide without rushing through the archaeology.

Can I book this as a private tour, or does it have to be a small group?

You choose at checkout—small group or private. Both options include a licensed guide in English or Spanish and cover the same temples; the difference is whether other travelers join you.

What should I wear and bring for this tour?

Good walking shoes are essential because the ground is gravel and uneven; flip-flops will not work. Bring a hat and sunscreen—the Valley of the Temples has little shade, and the Sicilian sun is strong and direct.

Does the tour include hotel pickup?

Hotel pickup is not included. The Valley of the Temples is accessible by public transportation from Agrigento, and the tour itself focuses on the guided visit of the archaeological park.

Can children come on this tour?

Children of all ages can join, and infants or small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Children under 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult at all times.