What to see in Pompeii

  • The Forum and the Basilica

    The civic heart of the city, with Vesuvius behind the temple of Jupiter.

  • The House of the Vettii

    Frescoes of a wealthy merchants’ house, among the best preserved in the city.

  • The Villa of the Mysteries

    Outside the walls: the great painted room of the Dionysian cycle.

  • The Amphitheatre

    The oldest surviving Roman amphitheatre, at the eastern end of the site.

Opening days and tickets · Parco Archeologico di Pompei

How do you get from Vietri sul Mare to Pompeii?

By regional train from Vietri sul Mare station, on the line towards Naples via Pompei: 33 min on board, no change. Pompei station is a short walk from the excavations. Check the trains for your date on the Trenitalia journey planner.

How much time do you need in Pompeii?

At least 4 hours for the main streets, the Forum and a few houses; 5 or more to reach the Villa of the Mysteries and the amphitheatre. The site is large and the paving uneven: wear good shoes.

Is Pompeii open all year?

Yes, with opening hours that change with the season; check the official site of the Archaeological Park of Pompeii for your date and buy tickets there.