Pompeii
landmark · Pompei · Italy
- Address
- Via Villa dei Misteri 2, 80045 Pompei
- Links
- Google Maps
About
The ancient Roman town buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in AD 79, with streets, houses and frescoes.
History
Mount Vesuvius erupted and buried the city in AD 79.
Good to know
- Allow about two and a half hours each way by train; check the current schedule, and consider an overnight stay.
- Book a timed ticket and bring water; there is little shade.