Archaeological Park of Pompeii

An Unforgettable Journey Back in Time. Visiting Pompeii is one of those experiences that stays with you forever. Nothing can truly prepare you for the scale and emotion of this place. It's an absolute must-see if you are anywhere in the region. ​ Our single most important tip is to hire an archaeologist for a guided tour. We had a guide for the first couple of hours, and it was the best decision we made. They bring the ruins to life with incredible stories of how people truly lived—and how they died. After the tour, we spent more time exploring on our own, and the context our guide provided made everything so much more meaningful. ​It's fascinating to learn the details of daily life: what they ate, how they visited the local brothel, or how their bakeries operated. The city's sophistication is mind-blowing; seeing pedestrian crosswalks from over 2000 years ago is incredible, especially when many countries don't even have them today! The scale is also immense, from the huge villas of the wealthy covering hundreds of square meters, to the massive amphitheater that could hold the entire town's population of 20,000. ​This isn't just a collection of ruins; it's a powerful and moving story frozen in time. A true memory of a lifetime that you simply have to experience for yourself. Nothing compares to it.

When you arrive here there are many people milling around, usually with queues to get tickets , so if you are travelling without a guide make sure you get in the correct queue. Once inside the area is absolutely enormous so make sure you have a map or go with a party that have a guide to find the must see places. It is very easy to miss the best bits. Some of the areas are very busy and there are queues to get to see certain areas, patience is required.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An unforgettable experience—moving, fascinating, and powerful. Visiting the archaeological site of Pompeii was truly incredible. Walking through the ancient streets, seeing the homes, temples, and everyday life frozen in time, is both awe-inspiring and deeply emotional. There’s a real sense of wonder, but also sadness, knowing the tragic story behind it all. The site is very large, so be prepared to spend at least half a day exploring—it’s worth taking your time. I highly recommend renting an audio guide or using an app to help you understand what you’re looking at. It really adds depth to the experience and helps bring the history to life. Tip: Bring a packed lunch and plenty of water. There is a restaurant on site, but it’s quite far from the main entrance and not always convenient once you’re inside. Comfortable shoes and sun protection are also a must, especially in summer! A truly unforgettable visit—one that stays with you long after you leave

This place is incredible. You get the full experience of what it feels like to actually experience a Roman City as it used to be. Nearly the whole city is on a significant incline and most is made up of large uneven stones. We didn't see it all, the place is massive but the areas we saw were virtually impassible to access with a wheelchair. Hopefully some other areas would be suitable but I'd strongly suggest doing some research before attempting it.

An absolutely incredible preservation of history and a must see. We hired a guide so we were able to enter early. He asked what type of tour we were interested in because it can take several days to see Pompeii depending on preference. We let him know that we wanted an abbreviated tour hitting the highlights and he did an amazing job. We stayed one step ahead of the crowds throughout our visit and were in and out in about 2 hours. This was perfect for us. Do note that there is no where to use the restroom or get food or water once you are inside.

One of my biggest bucket list items come true!! And Pompeii DELIVERS!! I was in pure Heaven the whole time. I got the audioguide however full guided tours are available as well as just walking around the city on your own. The art, architecture, mosaics the history & people, sophistication & culture!! A must do.

The beginning of our visit was quiet ( not much people -was there around 11am). It is very interesting even if you don't have a guide ( we bought only audio guides).After 2 hours of walking I discovered that more and more people are coming. After 3 hours of walking ( we wasn't able to see everything as it became too hot) we decided to come back to the hotel. Overall I really enjoyed the time in there.

We came on the first Sunday of the month, it’s the day with free entry (but better double check that before making any plans!). Normally the cheapest ticket cost 18 euros. There was very very long queue- so better come early. But inside it wasn’t too crowded, only in the areas close to the entrances. Very interesting place- interesting story, special atmosphere. It’s definitely worth visiting, reserve several hours, and make sure to take water and snacks with you!