Mount Vesuvius, Italy

Mount Vesuvius

The volcano that buried Pompeii, with a walk to the crater rim.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Mount Vesuvius

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk up to the crater rim early to avoid the heat; book a timed ticket online.
  2. AfternoonVisit Pompeii or the better-preserved Herculaneum, both buried by the 79 AD eruption.
  3. EveningReturn to Naples for pizza in the old centre.

Day 2

Visit the Amalfi Coast, or take a ferry to Capri.

What to eat

Lacryma Christi wine, grown on the volcano's slopes.

Local tips

Make the most of Mount Vesuvius

Beat the crowds

Busiest from late morning. Book an early time slot.

Best photo spot

The crater and the Bay of Naples from the rim path.

Getting there

Buses run from Ercolano and Pompeii stations up to the car park, then it's a 20 to 30-minute walk up.

Don't miss nearby

The ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum below the volcano.

Good to know

Tickets must be booked online in advance. The path is dusty and exposed; bring water and good shoes, and check if it's closed for wind.

Plan your visit

Getting to Mount Vesuvius

Getting there

  • Naples Airport (NAP)13 km away
  • Naples14 km away
  • Rome200 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryItaly

Questions

Mount Vesuvius: good to know

Is Mount Vesuvius worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. The volcano that buried Pompeii, with a walk to the crater rim.

How many days do you need in Mount Vesuvius?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Mount Vesuvius?

You can visit all year. Busiest from late morning. Book an early time slot.

How do you get to Mount Vesuvius?

The nearest airport is Naples Airport (NAP), about 13 km away. Buses run from Ercolano and Pompeii stations up to the car park, then it's a 20 to 30-minute walk up.

What is there to see near Mount Vesuvius?

Nearby hidden places include Naples (14 km), Positano (22 km) and Ravello (25 km).

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