Are kids allowed in Pompeii?


Are kids allowed in Pompeii? Visiting Pompeii with kids is indeed a unique experience. Pompeii is beautiful, educational, and shows life in ancient Rome like few other sites in the world.


Do you need ID to enter Pompeii?

At the entrance you will be required to show your ID to prove your right to the free. No commission in required. It will be possible to enter the site from Porta Marina entrance, from Piazza Anfiteatro entrance and from Piazza Esedra entrance.


Should I visit Pompeii or Amalfi Coast?

The Amalfi Coast is beloved for its gorgeous coastline, opulent architecture, world class seafood and awesome nightlife, whilst the more somber Pompeii is any ancient history lover's dream visit, with the ruins of a Roman city buried under ash and pumice spewed from the top of the raging Mount Vesuvius in AD 79.


Is Vesuvius a hard walk?

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 just turn up to Pompeii?

To maintain the city as good as possible and continue to offer travellers the chance to explore Pompeii, you do need tickets to gain admission.


How accessible is Pompeii for all ages?

The itinerary “Pompeii for All” is designed for people with motor disabilities. Thanks to an over 3.5-km-long itinerary, from the access point of Piazza Anfiteatro to the Sanctuary of Venus, along the main streets of the ancient city, all visitors can now access the most significant buildings and domus.


Is 2 hours enough at Pompeii?

You can see all of Pompeii's main attractions in around two to three hours, taking in the preserved ruins that once made this town such a thriving place.


Is it worth it to go to Pompeii?

If you're in Naples or on the Amalfi Coast, Pompeii is a must-visit attraction that no one should miss. This massive archeological site is the best way to glimpse the daily life of ancient Romans. We highly recommend taking a Pompeii tour to fully appreciate the history here.