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A narrow cobblestone street flanked by buildings with balconies, some adorned with plants. 1
A coastal street with buildings, trees, and a mountain in the background. 2
A narrow street with buildings featuring balconies with plants and laundry hanging. 3
A historical building with a central dome, arched windows, and statues. 4
A coastal cityscape with a prominent hill, buildings, and a clear sky. 5
By Red Thread
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The previous price was RM 28 and current price is RM 22 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 25m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Step back into the turbulent September of 1943, when the medieval streets of Salerno became the frontline of World War 2. On this redthread tour, you will uncover the harrowing reality of Operation Avalanche. Walk alongside the ghosts of Allied soldiers and resilient locals as we trace the collision of military strategy and civilian survival. From the thunderous naval bombardments at the port to the desperate sanctuary of ancient crypts, discover how this coastal gem briefly became the capital of a fractured Italy.

    • A 5.5 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 145 min
    • Ideal for travelers interested in History & Memory and Power, Protest & Civic Spaces
    • Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
    • Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

Activity location

  • Molo Manfredi
    • Molo Manfredi
    • 84121, Salerno, Campania, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Molo Manfredi
    • Molo Manfredi
    • 84121, Salerno, Campania, Italy

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Podcast Tour Operation Avalanche The Gritty Echoes of Salerno in Multilingual

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 25 minutes2h 25m
    2h 25m
  • Opening hours: Thu 0:00-23:59
  • English
Price details
RM 27.45
RM 21.96 x 2 AdultsRM 43.92
Total
The previous price was RM 54.90 and current price is RM 43.92
20% off

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Verified facts woven into an engaging story
  • Inclusions
    Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
  • Inclusions
    Precise navigation between the stops
  • Inclusions
    Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Molo Manfredi

  • 10m
The primary strategic objective for the British 46th Infantry Division and the lifeline of the Allied invasion.

Palazzo di Città

  • 10m
The Fascist-era municipal building that unexpectedly became the center of Italy's provisional democratic government.

Via dei Mercanti

  • 10m
The medieval commercial artery that witnessed devastating civilian casualties during the Allied bombing campaigns.

Duomo di Salerno

  • 10m
The 11th-century cathedral whose sturdy crypts served as a desperate air-raid shelter for terrified civilians.

Via Roma, 104

  • 10m
The prominent seaside building used by the Allied Military Government to restore order to the devastated city.

Piazza Flavio Gioia

  • 10m
Known as 'La Rotonda', this intersection became the chaotic logistical hub for Allied convoys supplying the front lines.

Monument to the Immaculate Virgin

  • 10m
A waterfront monument honoring sailors, offering a vantage point to reflect on the massive armada and the legacy of the battle.

Location

Activity location

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    Molo Manfredi
    • Molo Manfredi
    • 84121, Salerno, Campania, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Molo Manfredi
    • Molo Manfredi
    • 84121, Salerno, Campania, Italy

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