Details on climbing Vesuvius –
you can do it EASILY without a tour
!! I was very nervous if I could actually scale this volcano. It seemed as if all the other bus passengers did it EASILY, but it did take me 30 minutes, exactly. I did stop to take pictures and take a breather now and then, though.
Can you climb Mount Vesuvius for free?
If it will be raining heavily it's not permitted to climb the crater, to ensure the security of tourists. There is an entry fee to Vesuvius national park – 10 euros, that is not included in any private transports company costs.
The ticket is free for the children who are not taller than 1.2m
.
Can you visit Vesuvius without a guide?
Accessing Mount Vesuvius from Naples requires a short train ride on the EAV Circumvesuviana to Ercolano, followed by a tourist shuttle bus
. To begin your day you'll need to make your way to Napoli Piazza Garibaldi (Google Maps), which is a separate station within the same building as Napoli Centrale Train Station.
Can you tour Pompeii without a guide?
Short answer:
no, you don't
.
You can easily explore Pompeii on your own with the maps provided at the ticket office and with your phone. And there are plenty of signs around the site that tell you about the city. Plus, when you see a group following a tour guide, you realise you really don't want to be part of that.
Can you walk from Pompeii to Vesuvius?
From the Circumvesuviana stations, you can easily walk to the ruins
or catch a bus for the Mount Vesuvius National Park. You can also arrive by car; there are parking areas and lots near the entrance to the ruins and the Vesuvius crater.
How long does it take to climb Mount Vesuvius?
During the hike, it will only take about
30 minutes
to reach the summit of the crater, which is no time at all! Some might argue against that considering that it's a pretty steep uphill incline with rocky staircases to boot, but we swear that it's not as tough as you're fearing.
Is it hard to climb Mount Vesuvius?
The trail to reach the top of Mount Vesuvius has a
moderate-high difficulty
. It is steep and quite uneven. There are no benches to sit nor there is any shade.
Can you visit Pompeii today?
Yes you can
, and once you're inside the park, visits to Pompeii are almost back to normal. When Pompeii reopened in June 2020 the Pompeii authorities defined two walking routes around the site, Route 1 and Route 2. These routes have now been removed and you can move around the site freely.
Can you go to the top of Mount Vesuvius?
It's not at all unsafe to visit Mount Vesuvius but before you go you should be prepared. This is not Disneyland,
vehicles do not go to the top but will drop you off at an altitude of around 1,000m
. The trail to the top climbs just under another 200m.
Is it worth climbing Mount Vesuvius?
Its takes about 35-40mins to walk to the top and around the top of the crater. Make sure you have some good foot wear on, and ladies don't go wearing heals or wedges as we saw some people!!
Can you do Pompeii and Vesuvius in one day?
It's possible to visit both Pompeii and Vesuvius in one day
, but it will be a very tiring day. Pompeii has almost no shade, and it can get very hot there. You should get there as early in the day as possible.
Can you drive up Mt Vesuvius?
You can reach the Mount Vesuvius National Park by car or with one of the bus services from Pompeii or Herculaneum
. If you are arriving by car, take the A3 Napoli-Salerno highway to the Torre del Greco or Herculaneum exit, and follow the signs for Vesuvio.
Can I visit Pompeii by myself?
You should allow at least 3 – 4 hours for your Pompeii self guided walking tour
, and you can cover quite a bit of the site in that amount of time if you're armed with the tools and a plan. Pompeii is big enough that you could easily make a full day of visiting it.
How much does it cost to enter Pompeii?
Expect to spend
15 Euro
to enter the Pompeii Ruins. To get the most out of your visit, prepare to spend about 4-5 hours exploring the ruins and rent an audio guide.
Can you walk the streets of Pompeii?
Whether you're interested in art, archeology or anthropology, Pompeii is one of the best insights into human history.
Walking its streets is like stepping through time
, so it's important to do some planning to make the most out of your visit.
Can you do Naples and Pompeii in one day?
While gritty, it is authentic, and far less touristy than other popular cities in Italy and Naples is packed full of history, art & architecture. And because Naples is so close to Mt. Vesuvius,
it makes it easy to see Pompeii and Naples in one day!
What would happen if Mount Vesuvius erupted today?
By some expert estimates,
a VEI 4 or 5 eruption could kill over 10,000 people and cost the Italian economy more than $20 billion
. Millions of people would certainly lose power, water and transportation, some for months.
When was the last time Mount Vesuvius erupted?
March 1944
How close is Pompeii to Vesuvius?
What is the distance between Vesuvius and Pompeii? The distance between Vesuvius and Pompeii is
9 km
. The road distance is 25.9 km.
Can you climb Mount Etna?
Yes, you can do the mount etna hike independently
If you're on a strict budget, you can avoid the expensive cable car by hiking up to the Mountain Hut from Rifugio Sapienza. The wide path is very easy to locate, and the hike should take around 1.5 hours.
How deep is Mount Vesuvius?
At the summit of the cone is a large crater about
1,000 feet (about 305 metres)
deep and 2,000 feet (about 610 metres) across; it was formed in the eruption of 1944.
How long does it take to see Pompeii?
How long does it take to tour the ruins at Pompeii? The ruins of Pompeii cover 44 square hectares, and it would take
at least two full days
to tour the entire park. Realistically, you can see most of the highlights in 4 hours and longer visits can be very tiring, especially on a hot day.
Is there a dress code for Pompeii?
There is no dress code to visit Pompeii
. The landmarks in Italy that do have rules about what you can wear are usually places like the Vatican and churches, which do have a dress code.
Do people still live in Pompeii?
Right:
Today more than a million people live in the cities surrounding Mount Vesuvius
. Pompeii may be ancient history, but scientists are pretty sure Mount Vesuvius is overdue for another major explosion. Luckily the people living near the volcano today will likely receive evacuation warnings before it blows.
Where are Pompeii ruins?
Pompeii, Italian Pompei, preserved ancient Roman city in
Campania, Italy
, 14 miles (23 km) southeast of Naples, at the southeastern base of Mount Vesuvius.
