How to Visit Pompeii, Italy
Journey Through Time in Italy's Most Preserved Roman City
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Pompeii: An Ancient Roman City Frozen in Time
Pompeii is a UNESCO World Heritage archaeological site located in the Campania region of southern Italy, near modern-day Naples. It is an ancient Roman city famously buried under 4 to 6 meters of volcanic ash and pumice during the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. This remarkably preserved 170-acre site offers an unparalleled glimpse into daily life in the Roman Empire, featuring intact buildings, intricate frescoes, and plaster casts of victims that have survived nearly 2,000 years.
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Important 2026 Updates
- • Tickets are strictly nominative - names cannot be changed after booking and you must bring a matching photo ID.
- • • Strict daily capacity of 20,000 visitors - advance booking is essential as walk-up tickets often sell out.
- • Timed entry blocks implemented for summer (Mar 16–Oct 14): 15,000 slots from 09:00–13:00, and 5,000 slots from 13:00–17:30. Morning slots sell out fastest.
- • New ticketing platform: pompeiisites.org uses VivaTicket for dates starting March 2, 2026 (VivaTicket for prior dates). Official ticket offices are ONLY located inside the archaeological area at Porta Marina, Piazza Anfiteatro, and Piazza Esedra.
Discover the fascinating world of ancient Pompeii, where history comes alive through perfectly preserved ruins and artifacts.
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Location
Located near modern Naples in the Campania region of Italy
30 mins from Naples
Opening Hours
April-October: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, November-March: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Last entry 5:30 PM
Admission
€20 standard entry · €25 with villas (Pompeii Plus) · Under-18 free · €2 reduced 18-24 EU
Nominative tickets required
Guide Services
Official guides available in multiple languages
10+ languages
Ancient Roman City
Discover a city frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD
Walk through ancient streets, explore preserved buildings, and witness the remarkable archaeological discoveries that continue to unveil the secrets of Roman life.
