How to get free Pompeii tickets?


How to get free Pompeii tickets? As established by the Ministry of Cultural Heritage every first Sunday of the month admission is free for all the monuments and the artistic and historical sites in Italy. So also for the Pompeii Excavations. The opening hours will be the regular ones.


What is a my Pompeii card?

The card, which features the owner's name and is non-transferable, will be valid for one year from the date of issue, and will ? upon display of an identity document ? permit unlimited admission to all sites of the Archaeological Park of Pompeii, as well as to current temporary exhibitions and to certain special and ...


Do you have to pay to see ruins of Pompeii?

Yes, Pompeii does have an entrance fee. Their tickets are valid for one day and it includes an entrance to Villa Regina.


Are there toilets in Pompeii?

There are 4 accessible toilets at Pompeii, Porta Marina Inferiore, Piazza Anfiteatro, Porta Marina Superiore, and the Villa Imperiale.


Is it better to go to Pompeii in the morning or afternoon?

To avoid the peak times when visiting, it is best to go early in the morning between 9 am – 11 am or later in the afternoon. From April to October, the site opens at 9 am and closes at 7 pm, with the last entry at 5:30 pm.


Can you go up Mount Vesuvius for free?

It is not free to walk up Mount Vesuvius.


Is there a dress code for Pompeii ruins?

You will be happy to know that there is no particular dress code for Pompeii but – like most walkable landmarks – we recommend wearing comfortable shoes and clothing, as you don't want to find your feet getting sore after just a half hour of touring the site!


What day is Pompeii free?

You can visit Pompeii for free on the first Sunday of each month. It is best to secure your ticket online or you can get a from the ticket office in Pompeii. When visiting Pompeii on the first Sunday of any month, it can get very busy.


Can you bring water into Pompeii?

Visitor Tips. Carry a bottle of water since the weather is quite sunny and you can refill it at the various water fountains in the ruins. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes since you will spend the majority of your day on your feet. Set aside about 4 to 5 hours to fully explore the Pompeii ruins.


How long is the wait at Pompeii?

A. The average wait time at the Pompeii entrances varies with each entrance. Still, you can expect an average waiting time of 1-2 hours.


Is Pompeii skip the line worth it?

If you buy a skip the line ticket, you will skip the long lines and get entrance into Pompeii. If you want to avoid the long lines, we recommend spending the extra money and buying skip the line ticket. This means you will have more time to explore Pompeii and not waste time standing in line for ages.


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.


Can you explore Pompeii for free?

You can visit Pompeii for free on the first Sunday of each month. It is best to secure your ticket online or you can get a from the ticket office in Pompeii. Due to the free entry, Pompeii gets very busy on the first Sunday of the month.


Can you walk around Pompeii without a ticket?

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. If you happen to time your visit to coincide, the last Sunday of every month is free entry for all visitors.


What is the quietest day to visit Pompeii?

Weekday vs Weekend Weekends tend to be quite crowded. So, we suggest you visit Pompeii during weekdays. This will allow you the chance to explore Pompeii peacefully.