Do you have to pay to go up Vesuvius?

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.

How much does it cost to see Mount Vesuvius?

Paid 6 euros to park and a further 2 euros each from the parking area for the minibus to take you another kilometer or so higher. The minibus is optional but worth it unless you like a walk. As you jump off the bus there are people selling tickets for 10 euros each for you to scale up the volcano to the top.

Can you climb Mount Vesuvius on your own?

You can drive yourself up Vesuvius but you will have to leave your car at the lower parking lot (only buses and other tours can use the higher parking lot) and that will add another 30 minutes of walking along the road to your trip.

Can you go to Pompeii for free?

Visiting Pompeii is free on the first Sunday of every month but it does get very busy! If more than 15,000 visitors have arrived by 12pm, the ticket desks will close for an hour. You can avoid the queues for free tickets by booking them online.

Do you have to book Mount Vesuvius?

Entry is staggered, group of 50 people every 10 minutes, so booking is compulsory. You can access the Crater by stamping your ticket at the automatic gates you can find at Piazzale di Quota 1000.

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Is it worth visiting Mount Vesuvius?

Even though the hike up Mt. Vesuvius is pretty steep, it is completely worth it once you reach the top. You will be able to walk around the crater as well as getting the best views of the surrounding communities and Mediterranean. There is also a small shop at the top where you can buy smaller items.

Does Pompeii cost money?

Expect to spend 15 Euro to enter the Pompeii Ruins. To get the most out of your visit, prepare to spend about 4-5 hours exploring the ruins and rent an audio guide. If you hire a guide, confirm the language of the tour and specify the duration and cost of the tour beforehand.

What can you do in Pompeii for free?

How much is it to walk in Pompeii?

You should allow at least 3 – 4 hours for your Pompeii self guided walking tour, and you can cover quite a bit of the site in that amount of time if you're armed with the tools and a plan. Pompeii is big enough that you could easily make a full day of visiting it.

How hard is the hike up Mt Vesuvius?

The trail to reach the top of Mount Vesuvius has a moderate-high difficulty. It is steep and quite uneven. There are no benches to sit nor there is any shade.

How long is the walk up Vesuvius?

During the hike, it will only take about 30 minutes to reach the summit of the crater, which is no time at all! Some might argue against that considering that it's a pretty steep uphill incline with rocky staircases to boot, but we swear that it's not as tough as you're fearing.

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.

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 a Pompeii tour worth it?

Even if you aren't a history buff, Ancient Pompeii is worth the visit. It is just incredible and amazing. A person can easily spend half a day here just roaming through the ancient streets. There is a cafeteria near the forum, so you can take a break if it's needed.

Do I need a ticket to get into Pompeii?

Almost everybody visiting the ruins of Pompeii needs a paper ticket from the ticket window – most online vouchers and mobile tickets must be exchanged at the fast lane before proceeding to the ticket checkpoints. Such tickets usually specify which of the three admission gates must be used.

What do you wear to Vesuvius?

As the other people say u can wear anything, but comfy shoes are a must as the ground is loose on the walk up, it can get abit chilly as we went up through mist and being exposed but once up on top it was comfortable.

Is it cold at the top of Vesuvius?

It's fairly hot at the top.

Is Pompeii open every day?

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.

How much does it cost to visit Pompeii and Herculaneum?

Entry to the Stabiae villas is free, but the cumulative cost for individual, separate entry to the other four sites is €29.50 for adults. A combined ticket for Pompeii, Herculaneum, Oplontis and Boscoreale costs €22.00 for an adult, and is valid for one entry to each site over a period of three consecutive days.

How far is Vesuvius from Pompeii?

What is the distance between Vesuvius and Pompeii? The distance between Vesuvius and Pompeii is 9 km. The road distance is 25.9 km.

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.

How long does it take to see Vesuvius?

It takes about three hours to visit Mount Vesuvius, considering departing from the ticket office on foot up the trail to the crater rim. We suggest putting aside at least half a day, including transportation to the ticket office and the hike.

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.