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Archaeological Site of Pompeii

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Overview

You can't miss Pompeii ... it's a bit like being in Naples and not eating a pizza;) Pompeii gives charm and elegance after years and is always an extraordinary place of worship. Diving into the ruins to experience the past is a unique experience. They will transport you into the life of then making you enjoy the joys and sorrows of an ancient city destroyed by the will of Nature. The majestic Vesuvius Volcano dominates the entire city and its perspective is mammoth. Its power and strength destroyed all traces of civilization. It is as if from that day the city and its people slept under a blanket of lava and debris. There time seems to have stopped. Destroyed in 79 AD. considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997, excavations return many and many rarities and many more are still to be discovered.

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  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Toll - fuel - parking
  • Gratuities and anything that falls into the extra category are excluded
  • Tickets Pompeii +18
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We take all travelers from Hotels, B & Bs, Ports (Molo Beverello - Pozzuoli- Molo Luise) and from the international airport of Naples

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Scavi di Pompei

Departure from the established location, transfer to Pompeii takes about 45 minutes. Arriving at the entrance of the archaeological site the driver, after having directed you to the entrance, will wait for you for the duration of your tour which lasts about 4 /% hours. On the way back you will need a pleasant stop to taste the famous Neapolitan desserts, such as Baba or "Neapolitan puffs". Each route can be modified to suit any need or special request. , near the hill of Civita, at the gates of modern Pompeii, buried under a blanket of ashes and lapilli during the eruption of Vesuvius in 79, together with Ercolano, Stabia and Oplonti. The findings following the excavations, initiated by Carlo III of Bourbon, are one of the best testimonies of Roman life as well as the best preserved city of that era; most of the finds recovered (as well as simple everyday furnishings including frescoes, mosaics and statues), are kept in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples and in small quantities in the Antiquarium of Pompei. Currently closed: just the considerable quantity of finds was useful to make people understand the uses, customs, eating habits and art of life of more than two millennia ago. The site of Pompeii, in 2016, exceeded three million visitors, to be precise 3 209 089 resulting in the third most visited state museum site in Italy after the Pantheon and the archaeological circuit of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. In 1997, to preserve its integrity, the ruins, managed by the Superintendency Pompeii, together with those of Herculaneum and Oplontis, became part of the UNESCO World Heritage List.Upon request, it is possible to require the presence in an official guide of the Pompeii site. The cost is to be considered not included in the package.
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4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The park regulation states that large dogs are not allowed in the archaeological area. Pets allowed must be leashed and kept in the arms inside the buildings

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Archaeological Site of Pompeii?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Toll - fuel - parking
  • Gratuities and anything that falls into the extra category are excluded
  • Tickets Pompeii +18

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
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  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The park regulation states that large dogs are not allowed in the archaeological area. Pets allowed must be leashed and kept in the arms inside the buildings
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