Pompeii, Italy

Ruins of Pompeii from above, with Vesuvius in the background

The Temple of Jupiter with Vesuvius in the distance

Pompeii, Italy. Pompeii - Forum and Vesuvius. Brooklyn Museum Archives, Goodyear Archival Collection

Illustrated reconstruction, from a CyArk/University of Ferrara research partnership, of how the Temple of Apollo may have looked before Mt. Vesuvius erupted

The same location today.

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1. Scavi di Pompeii (Excavations of Pompeii)

4.5 /5

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The excavations of the ancient city of Pompeii have unearthed well preserved bodies, artefacts, homes, walls, paintings etc.

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from city center 2 out of 5
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Beautiful church in the heart of Pompeii with amazing bell tower views

4.2 /5

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from city center 3 out of 5
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It is a well preserved Roman Villa that suffered minimal damage in the eruption of AD 79

3.8 /5

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from city center 4 out of 5
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The Forum was the economic and political centre of ancient Pompeii

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The well preserved Roman theatre where people could watch gladiators perform

How can I commute within Pompeii?

Pompeii is basically a walking site. However, you can also rent a bicycle. The surface is rather uneven, so most tourists prefer walking. Wearing a comfortable pair of shoes and carrying a lot of water is a good idea. One day tickets are available for EUR 13 and a five site pass costs EUR 20 which also includes entry to Herculaneum.
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What are the top hotels in Pompeii?

There are 917 Hotels in Pompeii which can be booked through Holidify. The most popular hotels in Pompeii are B&B Civico 8, B&B Il Giardino di Villa Anna, Le Tre Magnolie, Lorely's Apartment, Luxury Apartament Della Marca, Room Sorrento. You can see all the hotels in Pompeii here

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Top Things to do in Pompeii

1. Scavi di Pompeii (Excavations of Pompeii)

2. Sanctuary of the Madonna of the Rosary

3. Villa dei Misteri

4. Forum

5. Teatro Grande

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