Are Pompeii ruins free?

Pompeii ruins entrance fees: € 11,00 (full price); € 5,50 (reduced price 18-25 years of age); Free entrance for less than 18 years of age. Herculaneum € 11.00 / h. 8.30 - 18.00. Archaeological Museum of Naples € 8 / Tuesday closed.

Can you explore Pompeii on your own?

You can easily explore Pompeii on your own with the maps provided at the ticket office and with your phone. And there are plenty of signs around the site that tell you about the city. Plus, when you see a group following a tour guide, you realise you really don't want to be part of that.

Can you just walk around Pompeii?

You can go back in time by walking through the preserved streets of the city – by far the best way to view Pompeii. Though you could spend an entire day touring the site, the average time needed once inside is about two to three hours.

Is Pompeii ruins open?

The ancient city of Pompeii is fenced and can only be visited with a ticket. The sightseeing is open almost every day of the year. Normal opening hours are 8:30 to 19:30. From November to March opening hours are only 17:30.

Is Vesuvius free?

There is an entry fee to Vesuvius national park – 10 euros, that is not included in any private transports company costs. The ticket is free for the children who are not taller than 1.2m. And, also, that ticket includes a guide in Italian or English. You'll take about 1:30 hour to visit the crater.

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Are children free Pompeii?

Free ticket: younger than 18 years old with ID card. Children younger than 4 years old (not accomplished) are completely free and need no reservation.

Does Pompeii have a dress code?

There is no dress code to visit Pompeii. The landmarks in Italy that do have rules about what you can wear are usually places like the Vatican and churches, which do have a dress code.

Is it worth staying in Pompeii?

It depends. A day trip is doable, but if you would like to spend most of a day in Pompeii, staying overnight is not a bad idea. I'd suggest Naples rather than Pompeii itself: you can still get an early start in Pompeii, and there are more things to do and see in Naples.

Is Mount Vesuvius worth visiting?

Today, Pompeii and the crater of Mount Vesuvius are both extremely popular tourist attractions in Italy and are absolutely unmissable if you're going to be stopping anywhere near Naples on your trip.

How long does it take to walk around Pompeii?

How long does it take to tour the ruins at Pompeii? The ruins of Pompeii cover 44 square hectares, and it would take at least two full days to tour the entire park. Realistically, you can see most of the highlights in 4 hours and longer visits can be very tiring, especially on a hot day.

Were there any survivors of Pompeii?

That's because between 15,000 and 20,000 people lived in Pompeii and Herculaneum, and the majority of them survived Vesuvius' catastrophic eruption. One of the survivors, a man named Cornelius Fuscus later died in what the Romans called Asia (what is now Romania) on a military campaign.

Can you visit Pompeii in rain?

Pompeii in the rain gives you an opportunity to see the ancient drains in action - a spectacular sight and you realize how practical the stepping stones are. Water rushes down the main streets and you get to keep your feet dry. As long as it isn't expected to pour consistently all day it would be ok.

Can you stay overnight in Pompeii?

Yes. I stayed in Modern Pompei for 10 nights and went to Pompeii ruins for 3 days in 2006. You can get a really early start on the ruins that way. We stayed at Villa dei Misteri Hotel near the Circumvesuviana stop.

Is there a modern city of Pompeii?

Pompeii supported between 10,000 and 20,000 inhabitants at the time of its destruction. The modern town (comune) of Pompei (pop. [2011] 25,440) lies to the east and contains the Basilica of Santa Maria del Rosario, a pilgrimage centre.

Can you climb Vesuvius?

Is it safe to hike Mount Vesuvius? At a very simple level, yes, it is safe to hike Mount Vesuvius. Although it's an active volcano, that doesn't mean it could suddenly start spewing out lava while you're halfway up. Before a volcano like this has any activity, there are warning signs.

Can I take a dog to Pompeii?

Big dogs are not allowed, even if they are kept on a leash and muzzled. Dogs which are permitted to enter the site must be kept on a leash and carried by their owners inside the buildings and you have an obligation to collect their dejections. Do not feed, introduce or abandon animals of any species.

Can you take food into Pompeii?

ensure the safety is NOT ALLOWED introduce inside the excavations of Pompeii, Herculaneum, Oplontis, Stabia and the Museum of Boscoreale, handbags, backpacks, luggage, cases, whose dimensions are larger than 30x30x15 cm. 3. Re: food and drink if backpacks are not allowed in... We took small bags in and water bottles.

What do I need to know before going to Pompeii?

Can you do Vesuvius and Pompeii a day?

It's possible to visit both Pompeii and Vesuvius in one day, but it will be a very tiring day. Pompeii has almost no shade, and it can get very hot there. You should get there as early in the day as possible.

Is Naples Safe?

As of 2020, Naples ranks #95 on Numbeo's World Crime Index by City (ranked most to least dangerous), not far from Rome at #110. That being said, tourists should take precautions to mind their possessions and be wary of being ripped off by tourist scams, as in any tourist destination.

Can you see lava in Mount Vesuvius?

Vesuvius erupted again in 1913 and remained active until 1944. For many years, lava could be seen filling the crater, spilling out the side on some occasions.

What's the temperature in Pompeii?

A mostly clear sky. Low 69F.

Is Pompeii open all year round?

Pompeii opening times in 2022

Pompeii is closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. It may also be closed on May Day (May 1) – this is decided at very short notice. In the winter months (November to March), Pompeii is open Monday to Sunday, 9am to 5pm, with the last entry at 3.30pm.

Can you park a car at Pompeii?

Open air car park open 24/7 available for all vehicle types! Parking Zeus is located just 50 meters away from the main entrance of the excavations, the car park is located near the entrance of "Porta Marina Superiore" of archaeological excavations of Pompeii.