Salerno
Practical information for participants attending the GIG-ARTS School on Digital Governance.
The School in Salerno
The 3rd GIG-ARTS School on Digital Governance will take place in the city centre of Salerno, Italy, from 22–26 February 2027.
Salerno is located approximately 60 km from Naples and is connected to the wider region by rail and road. The central railway station and other main transport connections are located within the city centre.
The School will take place in central Salerno. Further information about the exact venue and practical arrangements for participants will be published soon.
Before you travel
The information below is intended to assist participants with planning their travel, accommodation and participation.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included in the registration fee and must be arranged separately. We recommend staying in or close to central Salerno, within convenient walking distance of the venue and railway station.
Location
Salerno is approximately 60 km from Naples. The city can be reached by train, bus or car and is connected to Naples and other destinations in Campania and Italy.
Airports
The two airports most relevant for participants are Naples Capodichino Airport and Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport.
Arranging your stay
Accommodation is not included in the registration fee. Participants should arrange accommodation independently.
Salerno offers a range of hotels, guesthouses and other accommodation options. We will publish a list of suggested accommodation options for participants soon.
Visa & invitation letters
Participants who require a visa to travel to Italy or the Schengen Area are responsible for checking the applicable entry requirements and applying for their visa in good time.
If you need an invitation letter in support of your visa application, you can contact the GIG-ARTS team to request one. Please make your request sufficiently in advance of your intended travel date, as visa procedures and processing times can vary.
To request an invitation letter or ask a visa-related practical question, please contact us at school@gig-arts.eu .
Getting to Salerno
Salerno can be reached by air via Naples or Salerno Airport, and by train from Naples and other Italian cities.
Naples Airport → Naples Central Station
The Alibus shuttle connects Naples Capodichino Airport with Naples Central Station (Napoli Centrale). The journey takes approximately 15 minutes.
Tickets are currently listed at approximately €5.00. For current schedules and fares, see the Naples Airport information .
Naples Airport → Salerno by bus
Direct bus connections between Naples Capodichino Airport and Salerno are operated by SITA Sud.
The current ticket price is approximately €5.50. See current information and timetables .
Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport → Salerno
Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport is connected with central Salerno by the Salerno Airlink service operated by Busitalia.
Naples → Salerno by train
Participants travelling via Naples can continue from Napoli Centrale to Salerno by train. Regular rail connections operate between the two cities.
Railway information
For current schedules, fares and ticket availability, please consult the railway operators directly.
Getting around Salerno
The central areas of Salerno are accessible by local bus, taxi and on foot.
Taxi
Taxi services are available in Salerno, including at the railway station. Taxis can be relatively expensive compared with local public transport.
Radio Taxi Salerno: +39 089 757575
Local buses
Busitalia operates the urban bus network in Salerno. Tickets are available from authorised sales points throughout the city.
On foot
Many central locations can be reached on foot, including areas around the railway station, historic centre and seafront.
Beyond Salerno
SITA Sud operates regional bus services connecting Salerno with destinations along the Amalfi Coast and elsewhere in Campania.
The city and its surroundings
Salerno provides the setting for the 2027 GIG-ARTS School. The city combines a compact urban centre with a historic core and a seafront, while also providing access to the wider Campania region.
Participants who wish to explore the region during or after the School can reach several significant cultural and archaeological sites from Salerno.
- Historic centre and Duomo
- Lungomare and waterfront
- Giardino della Minerva
- Castello di Arechi
- Regional connections to Naples, Pompeii, Paestum and the Amalfi Coast
Venue details will be announced soon
The School will take place in central Salerno. Further information about the exact venue and practical arrangements for participants will be published soon.
Practical questions?
For practical questions concerning travel, accommodation or participation, please contact us at school@gig-arts.eu .