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Pompeii

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Pompeii a journey back in time

The rediscovered ancient city. A unique heritage of history and culture anywhere in the world.

Forming a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with Herculaneum and Oplontis, Pompeii is one the most visited museum sites in Italy and attracts huge numbers of tourists every year. It is a unique place ensuring an incomparable experience for visitors. There are nine "Regio" i.e. the nine areas that can be visited in this ancient city, divided between ancient streets and alleys, amphitheatres and the evocative necropolis, as well as villas, homes, temples and public and recreational buildings. This important archaeological site was buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. It is a step back in time ensuring in-depth testimony of Roman history. A visit to the Pompeii Archaeological Area can also take in visits to Boscoreale, Oplontis, Stabiae, Longola, Castello di Lettere, Villa Sora, Polverificio Borbonico and Reggia di Quisisana.

Services
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Guided Tour
Visitors can book guided tours.
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Toilets
Toilets are available.
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Physical disabilities
Entirely or partially accessible to people with disabilities and other challenged persons.
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Shop
There is a bookshop for visitor purchases.
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Refreshments
There is a refreshment area for visitors.
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Info Point
There is an Information Desk, which is always open to the public during visiting hours.
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Baby area
There is a baby area as well as baby care services.
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Audio Guide
Audio guides are available for visitors.
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Luggage storage
Luggage storage is available to visitors.
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Full price 16 € (reduced rate of €10.00 for afternoon access from 15.30)

Reduced 2 € (#)

(+1.50 on-line advanced sale)

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Pompeii

80045 Pompei, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy

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