The main church of the city was built in the 15th century. It is dedicated to Saints Philip and James (Cattedrale dei Santi Filippo e Giacomo). Over the years, it underwent several renovations, including a 19th-century restoration of its façade, which now appears bright and simple—somewhat concealing the rich interior. Above the altar, on the ceiling of the hall, is an impressive elliptical painting of the Crucifixion. In front of the church stands the bell tower, above a covered passageway that leads to a narrow alley—Via Santa Maria della Pietà—a lane that follows the path of the decumanus, the main street of ancient Greco-Roman Surrentum. It is picturesque, ancient, and authentic. This alley will also take you back to Piazza Tasso.
