Pompei

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Pompei
Pompei
Pompei
Pompei
Pompei

Step back in time in this ancient Roman city, incredibly preserved by a Volcanic eruption over 2,000 years ago.

Pompeii was a thriving Roman city when in A.D. 79 the nearby Mount Vesuvius volcano erupted to devastating effect. The city was completely wiped out by the ensuing pyroclastic flow which engulfed the buildings, streets and inhabitants, casting many of them in clay forms which were discovered centuries later.

Excavations began in 1748 and today most of the city has been cleared and is open to visitors to explore one of the biggest and most fascinating ruins of the ancient world.

It really is an eerie feeling to wander streets where life ended so abruptly 2,000 years ago. Houses remain perfectly intact, frescoes are left unfinished and casts of the bodies of those who were unable to escape the volcano’s devastation are on display. The preserved city offers an unrivalled insight into life in the Roman Empire.

Enter the city through the arching brickwork of the Porta Marina and head towards the large town square where you’ll find striking two-storey buildings and lovely views of Mount Vesuvius. Nearby, keep an eye out for the columns where the Temple of Jupiter stood and for the façade of the city hall.

You could spend a whole day wandering in and out of the dozens of buildings, which include more than 40 bakeries and 130 restaurants and bars. Many of the public buildings are excellently maintained, such as the Forum Baths – a superb example of the famous Roman bath houses. The houses of the town’s wealthier residents have some of the best-preserved features including mosaics and frescoes. The House of the Tragic Poet and the House of the Faun, with its renowned bronze statue of a dancing faun, are two of the most impressive.

You should put aside at least a day for your trip to this one-of-a-kind attraction. If you’re coming from Naples, take the Circumvesuviana line toward Sorrento. There is an admission fee for the town which is open daily throughout the year.

Hotel Zeus Pompei
Hotel Zeus Pompei
3 out of 5
Via Villa Dei Misteri, 3, Pompei, NA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$125 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
S$125
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Pompei. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (186 reviews)
"The office is really convenient but the rooms were a bit of a trek so just be aware. The room was really nice."

Reviewed on 1 Jul, 2025

Hotel Zeus Pompei
Starhotels Terminus
Starhotels Terminus
4 out of 5
Piazza Garibaldi 91, Naples, NA
The price is S$192 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
S$192
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"The LOCATION is excellent, very convenient across the trai/metro station and walk8ing distance to coffee places and restaurants. STAF is super friendly and profesional, gave me good restraints suggestions and also allow me checking in early"

Reviewed on 2 Jul, 2025

Starhotels Terminus
Holiday Inn Naples by IHG
Holiday Inn Naples by IHG
4 out of 5
Via Domenico Aulisio, Centro Direzionale Isola E6, Naples, NA
The price is S$171 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
S$171
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 1 Jul, 2025

Holiday Inn Naples by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
O Sole Mio Pompei
O Sole Mio Pompei
Via Crapolla II 22, Pompei, NA
Stay at this aparthotel in Pompei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
"Great stay at O'Sole Mio! Clean, modern rooms and super friendly staff. Mooze even made me coffee both mornings. Perfect location near restaurants, shops, and the ruins."

Reviewed on 26 Jun, 2025

O Sole Mio Pompei
Residenza d'epoca Chiostro San Francesco
Residenza d'epoca Chiostro San Francesco
Via Luca Giordano 2, Naples, NA
Stay at this apartment in Naples. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Via Toledo and Molo Beverello Port are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"Good stay, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 22 Jun, 2025

Residenza d'epoca Chiostro San Francesco
Villaggio Campeggio Santa Fortunata Campogaio
Villaggio Campeggio Santa Fortunata Campogaio
4 out of 5
Via Capo 39, Sorrento, NA
Stay at this 4-star beach campground in Sorrento. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Piazza Tasso and Sorrento Beach are ...
8/10 Very Good! (342 reviews)
"Pro: great location, quiet, very good breakfast, almost all you need in the room. Transportation to the town, good english speaking staff and very friendly, great views. Con: pool and beach open too late and close too early, and you need to wear a cap at tge pool. No iron in the room. Grocery store ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun, 2025

Villaggio Campeggio Santa Fortunata Campogaio
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Pompei

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 46%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 49%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

get a bit fed up looking at old bricks after. recommend Castellmare de Stabia for a day trip. Go up mountain on cable car a week

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A lovely small quiet place with a lot of history very close and accessible. Nice Cafes and Restaurants.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Pompei was approx 15/20 min walk, but fairly easy to do. Then once inside, tge tour fro. The suggested

5/5 - Excellent

B

A fascinating and beautiful town. We would recommend it to anyone.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We found some excellent restaurants.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

The ruins good but herculaneum was much better. Pompei ruins very big and crowded whereas herculaneum was smaller better preserved and less crowded.