How much does the ticket for the excursion to Vesuvius cost?
The ticket for the ascent to Vesuvius costs:
– €12 for everyone
– €10 for everyone up to 25 years old
– free for children up to 6 years old and 100% disabled with an accompanying person
Where to buy the ticket for Vesuvius?
Tickets can only be purchased online at vesuviopark.vivaticket.it. We recommend that you purchase your ticket before boarding Vesuvius, due to the poor telephone signal that may prevent purchase.
Where to park?
There are parking areas at an altitude of 800 metres, before the turnstiles. Parking can only be used by making a reservation on the parkingsuvio.it website. It is advisable to reserve parking before climbing Mount Vesuvius, due to the poor telephone signal that may prevent you from doing so.
How long does it take to visit Vesuvius?
It takes at least 2 hours to visit the crater of Vesuvius. If you want to visit other archaeological sites on the same day, you have to consider for the visit to Vesuvius at least 4 hours in total, between transfers and the duration of the excursion
How to get to the crater of Vesuvius?
You can reach Vesuvius either by car using the A3 motorway with the Torre del Greco exit and continue along the SP144. Or use the buses and shuttles available at the Circumvesuviana station at Pompei Villa dei Misteri and Ercolano Scavi.
Can children and the elderly do the Vesuvius hike?
Yes, both children and the elderly can make the hike up Vesuvius. The climb is not particularly steep and difficult, but slippery due to the presence of ash and lapilli. Therefore, especially for the elderly, it is advisable to use a trekking pole with which they can help themselves to the ascent
Who is not recommended to climb the Vesuvius crater?
The climb is not recommended for people with cardiovascular and severe respiratory problems
Are there refreshment areas?
At the entrance and on the way up Vesuvius there are small kiosks where you can buy water, drinks and snacks and also use the toilet, as there are no public toilets in the Archaeological Park. There are also picnic areas along the ascent to the crater, equipped with wooden tables and benches, where you can stop for breakfast.
What kind of clothing should I wear for the ascent to Vesuvius?
For the ascent to Vesuvius I recommend first of all to wear comfortable, non-slip sneakers or trekking shoes and to avoid flip-flops in summer, to wear a hat and in autumn and spring months to bring a windbreaker. It is also advisable to use a trekking pole for the ascent.
Is there luggage storage on Vesuvius?
No, there is no luggage storage available Is it possible to enter with pets? Yes, pets are allowed, but the use of a leash is recommended.
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