Pompeii covers 44 square hectares of vast land and houses beautifully-preserved manor houses, theaters, baths, and brothels!
Wander around the streets of Pompeii, and marvel at the ancient buildings and artifacts at Pompeii. Cover its narrow streets, and admire the architecture, and artifacts at this unforgettable attraction. The main attractions and highlights of Pompeii are the Amphitheatre, Villa of Mysteries, Brothels, Baths, and Herculaneum, which would take approx 4 - 6 hours to explore.
Frequently asked questions about Pompeii opening hours
Pompeii opens daily from 09.00 am. The closing time varies based on the season.
The best time to visit Pompeii is in the morning hours to avoid crowds. November to March is the best season to visit Pompeii as summers tend to be crowded.
Pompeii remains closed on 25th December, 1st May, and 1st January.
Yes. On the first Sunday of every month Pompeii tickets are free for visitors.
While it is impossible to cover the vast premises in a single day, to visit all the major attractions, visitors can plan to spend about 4-6 hours at least. This will allow you enough time to explore most of the highlights of Pompeii.
Yes. Pompeii is the most visited attraction in Italy, and there are always long queues at the ticket counter. Booking Pompeii tickets in advance will help you to avoid crowds at the attraction and enter without wasting time.
