Larino is a handsome town of two halves — an upper medieval borgo with a Romanesque cathedral and a lower town beside the remains of the Roman city, including a well-preserved amphitheatre and mosaic floors. It sits among the olive groves of the lower Biferno valley that produce the prized Gentile di Larino DOP oil, making a relaxed day of Roman ruins, an old town stroll and an olive-oil tasting.
| Travel time | Half to full day |
|---|---|
| Getting there | Car (about 30 min from Termoli) or regional train to Larino |
| Cost | Free to visit; amphitheatre and museum small fee |
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Highlights
- Roman amphitheatre and mosaics
- Romanesque cathedral of 1319
- Atmospheric medieval upper town
- Gentile di Larino DOP olive oil
- Quiet lower Biferno valley borghi
Tips for visiting
- Combine with an olive-oil tasting at a local frantoio
- the amphitheatre is in the lower town, the cathedral in the upper