The Palestra

Arena · University City

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@nomadicmatt

The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Pompeii (Updated 2025)

"Adjacent to the amphitheater, the Great Palestra served as an exercise ground and sports area (including a swimming pool) for youth groups and athletes; it's another excellent place to avoid the busiest parts of the site because fewer visitors make the trek here." - Matthew Kepnes

https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/visiting-pompeii/

223 S 33rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Get directions

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