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Pompeii Archaeological Park

(Area Archeologica di Pompei)

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Pompeii Archaeological Park

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Ranked #5 for historic and protected sites in Pompei
"Well preserved ruins.. be prepared to spend good time and walk!"(14 Tips)
"Amazing history of this ancient lost city"(7 Tips)
"Audio guide is a great option to discover this amazing place"(12 Tips)
"One of the greatest archeological sites in the world."(4 Tips)

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Maggie WalshNovember 8, 2015
The place is huge. You can find free audio guides online, so bring your phone and save the money instead d buying the audio guide there. It gets super warm so bring water. The cafeteria is not great.
Upvoted 1 week ago
Adam QRDecember 9, 2015
You need a map (which is not always accurate), good walking shoes and plenty of water. The site is massive and there is so much to see. You can easily explore without audio and tour guides. Have fun!
Upvoted Feb 2
Cheryl LMay 24, 2015
This site is a definite visit for those visiting Naples/Napoli. There is so much history to see + learn and you're literally walking on it! Mt. Vesuvius appears in the near distance, so snap a pic.
Josh AJuly 9, 2017
Incredible. I had low expectations but ended up being one of my favorite parts of Italy. An amazing archeological experience but be prepared to walk a lot in crowds!
Michael FuchsDecember 9, 2019
There is a snack building on the grounds but expensive. A great photo spot for Vesuvio is next to the amphitheatre. Check which buildings you want to see beforehand, it's quite easy to overlook them.
Constance | @croostifoodiMay 21, 2018
Stunning venue. Get a tour guide and you’ll learn about the secrets of this archeological site.
Upvoted Mar 15
Paul FarrellJune 13, 2015
Go late on in the afternoon midweek & enter from the amphitheatre side closest to the city. This way you skip the crowds and queuing. 2/3 hours is enough & a good guide would make a huge difference
Tim BackusMay 27, 2019
Absolutely must-see as a day trip. The free map and guide come with a few suggested itineraries, so don’t feel compelled to get a guided tour.
Sophia CasasOctober 30, 2017
Breathtaking. It's huge! Takes at least 2-3 (and up to 7) hours to see. Not a lot of info on panels so an audioguide is a must. Skip the queue: buy tickets online the day before.
funky flavorSeptember 9, 2016
This is an amazing city. Come with time because the place is huge. And if you want download the rick stevens app for a free walk tour . We did it and this app have a lot of tours around the world.
Polina ShevchenkoNovember 2, 2017
Great place! Be ready to spend around 5 hours there. Don't recommend to pay for an audio guide. Better to download the PDF guide from the official website.
John AndersonAugust 28, 2019
Worth a visit but it’s much bigger than I though and a lot of walking. I’d also recommend getting at least one audio guide as there isn’t a lot of signage.
KateNovember 20, 2023
Can’t miss this site while in Naples. Be aware there is no signage in the park explaining what anything is so go with a guide, get the audio tour, etc
Bruna CrepaldiJuly 20, 2016
Long Walk, get a big bottle of water and keep filling it up on the way. It's incredible hot and the map is confuse. Be prepare to get lost. I did the 3 hours walk and didn't see it all. Lov it!
Beauty SoulAugust 30, 2014
Wear comfortable shoes to walk around the around the ruins as the site is massive.
Vanessa RuedaMarch 15, 2016
incredible by nature but very far from spectators in terms of curation. Lot of barriers and not very preserved. Understandable, it's the main attraction and it's been years since the opening.
Kris ConcepcionSeptember 27, 2014
There is so much to see here it can be overwhelming. Make sure you bring your own lunch to avoid eating at their one and only cafeteria on the grounds.
Kristin BAugust 13, 2013
Great sight however if you can only go to one place I would recommend Herculaneum as it is more condensed and preserved.
Tristan ComleyJuly 4, 2017
Amazing history. So interesting. Stick to the central and left hand side of the map - it's where the most interesting buildings are!
Yigit YucelNovember 22, 2017
This place is huge and worth exploring for 3+ hours. Download the pompei app with the map so that you can keep track of where you. The amphitheater has a nice little surprise about Pink Floyd.
Shore Excursions GroupAugust 23, 2012
History Buffs: If you're visiting Naples, don’t miss Pompeii, where you can explore the ruins of a Roman city buried by volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. Read more
Martin SjöbeckFebruary 22, 2019
One of the most interesting, amazing and horrifying places I’ve ever been. Everyone should have this on their bucket list.
Marianna SSeptember 8, 2014
Get a book guide( the map provided is not enough), a bottle of water (which you can refill in the site) and comfy shoes. Allow 3-4h for exploration of this fantastic place!
Hugo Alexandre CruzMarch 24, 2015
Take the day, get comfortable shoes, water and snacks! You'll find pizza and beer and ice-creams there also! Prepare that some places might be closed for preservation! Definitely worth it.
Lais BagolinOctober 31, 2012
Walk in autumn requires a good coat, raincoat and umbrella. A snack and water or juice also makes the ride more enjoyable. Be sure to check the battery of your photographic camera and enjoy !!!
Roland MonseguApril 5, 2013
The site of Pompeii is huge. Make sure you have 3hours to roam around. There is couple of houses not to miss, so get yourself a lonely planet or a tour guide. The free map is not enough.
Michael B.April 21, 2019
Fantastic but skip the transfer or anything they wanna sell at stazione. Just take a nice walk by the church and then left.
LukeSeptember 23, 2018
An absolute must. One of the most surreal places on earth. It’s an entire city, so be prepared to spend some time and bring a water bottle
Cody GriggersMarch 22, 2015
It's possible the maps and free guide booklet have gotten better, because we found both more than adequate to get around the site, no audio guide needed. Allow 3 hours at least!
Jan FreemanJune 12, 2016
A must see. We had a great and funny guide. If it's not on your bucket list, add it!
Upvoted 1 week ago
S YFebruary 4, 2023
make sure you download the app from the QR code in your ticket for ticket for the audio guide~Wi-Fi to use at the entrance~download everything before starting your tour~phone battery is full
Xavi PinedaApril 5, 2018
Small piece of the Latin history, of European history. Absolutely recommended and our guide Maria are so respectful and attended for everybody!
Jukka YrjönenAugust 2, 2017
A lot to take in and understand from a few millennia ago. Prepare with lots of snacks and water. Consider spending the whole day, a few hours only scratches the surface
funky flavorSeptember 9, 2016
Amazing experience, you need all day to walk the whole thing. Download the rick stevens app for a free walk tour. It's a great tour we did it and saved money on guided tours
Joanna FlammNovember 2, 2017
Booking a tour is a good idea. There is so much here that would be really hard to notice on your own.
Ashley YeoJune 30, 2019
Best to get guided tour as the area is vast and there’s lots of stories behind the ruins.
Michael SmithSeptember 1, 2012
If you're going to do Pompeii, do it with a guide so it really comes to life! It's hard to find shade from the summer sun, so fill your water bottle at the fountains scattered among the ruins.
Maki ZAugust 16, 2015
You can get a 12e tour for 2 hrs from the station. Worth having a guide who will point out all the great spots and key facts.
Carl GriffinDecember 22, 2015
Impressive and extensive ruins. You can easily spend a whole day there. Worth the entry fee.
DenizMarch 3, 2016
You must visit Pompei if you like history and arceology.you should read pompei's story.Destruction of a rich city by eartquake and fire eruption.
Salvatore De CarmineJune 24, 2015
One of the greatest archeological sites in the world. Every corner is a treasure of art and history.
JamesSeptember 25, 2015
Amazing, just amazing. Get there for opening to have an hour or so before the coaches all arrive
Heather FerrariApril 30, 2014
Get there early and get the audio guides. We tried to do it without and were clueless. Very few information signs
ben was thereDecember 11, 2013
The long walk to the Villa de Misterii is worth going there! You pass the fantastic graves of rich inhabitants! Get an audioguide!!!
VeronikaMay 7, 2018
Charming place 👍🏻area is really big it is better to plan the visit for more hours -3 and more to see everything.
NeverwinterMoonAugust 9, 2020
Amazing place, obviously, and is totally worth a visit. But don’t do it without a guide (as we did).
Rich JohnsonOctober 29, 2013
Pompei is a must see for anyone going to Italy. I wish we would have had more time to spend there
jon accarrinoApril 3, 2023
Buy a map before you enter the park. Otherwise you’re just looking at old rocks and you won’t know what you’re seeing.
المهره الصعبه ماهي لأي خيالJuly 15, 2016
Ancient Roman city in Naples, buried under the volcanic ash following the eruption in AD 79
Xavier Quesada AllueMay 15, 2012
You will need water. You can buy it outside for €1. There are also many public faucets inside if you don't mind tap water. Your shoes will get very dirty with dust. Hiking shoes recommended.

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