Pompei

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Pompei
Pompei
Pompei
Pompei
Pompei
Once home to 20, 000 people, this town was preserved for two millennia by the lava from Mount Vesuvius and now offers a fascinating glimpse into ancient Roman life.

Wander through the streets of Pompeii where time stopped nearly 2,000 years ago and has not begun again since. Mosaics and frescoes remain half finished, while the houses, shops and temples that were buried in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in A.D. 79 attest to the preservative powers of pyroclastic flow.

Excavations started on the site of Pompeii in 1748, but it was over a century before the project was begun on a large scale. Now the site is one of the largest and most interesting ancient ruins in the world.

You enter Pompeii in the same way that ancient Romans once would have, through the arching brickwork of the Porta Marina. From here, make your way toward the Forum, a large town square with great views of Mount Vesuvius and skirted by several impressive two-story buildings. Also around the square you’ll see several columns where the Temple of Jupiter once stood, as well as the facade of the old city hall.

There are six bathhouses in Pompeii, but the Forum Baths are the best preserved. Numerous other public buildings, including more than 40 bakeries and 130 bars and restaurants, are dotted throughout town.

Pompeii was not an especially rich town, but some of the most impressive houses are those that belonged to its wealthier residents. The House of Vettii is the best preserved and features impressive frescoes and mosaics. Also worth a visit are the House of the Faun, with its famous bronze statue of a dancing faun, and the House of the Tragic Poet.

A trip from Naples to Pompeii can easily fill a day. To get there, take the Circumvesuviana line from Naples toward Sorrento. The town is open daily throughout the year and there is a charge for entry. If you want to explore other excavations in the area, such as Herculaneum, a three-day pass offers entry at a discounted rate.

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 ¥14,563 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
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¥19,637 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
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Starhotels Terminus

Starhotels Terminus

4 out of 5
Piazza Garibaldi 91, Naples, NA
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The price is ¥22,549 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
¥22,549
¥26,699 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
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Starhotels Terminus
Royal Continental Hotel Naples

Royal Continental Hotel Naples

4 out of 5
Via Partenope 38-44, Naples, NA
The price is ¥27,097 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
¥27,097
¥31,702 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
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8.4/10 Very Good! (1,306 reviews)
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Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Royal Continental Hotel Naples
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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! (50 reviews)
"The property was just a few short blocks away from the main downtown area with quite a few restaurants and shops. The walk to the property was a little bit outside of normal public areas (little darker at night via some alleys and roads with few people). The overall rooms and staff were ..."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
A lovely place to stay!
"I really liked the hotel. The staff were very friendly and helpful - especially at the start of my stay when they went the extra mile to help with my taxi from the airport. During my stay they were also helpful with suggestions about what to do in Naples and courteous and friendly in the mornings ..."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 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 Sorrento Beach and Sorrento Marina ...
8/10 Very Good! (355 reviews)
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