Pompeii but not only, in addition to the excavations, Campania offers an endless array of wonderful attractions worthy of being visited and seen at least once in a lifetime.
If you are planning to spend your vacation in Pompeii, carve out a few extra days in this wonderful region to discover hidden treasures worth exploring. Here you will find cities full of charm, with wonderful scents and smells that will remain etched in your heart and mind.
From the Ancient Roman cities buried in the ashes of Vesuvius and reborn like a phoenix in their authentic beauty. To the breathtaking landscapes of the Amalfi Coast with its wonderful colors and smells. To the cheerful and lively city of Naples, which thrills and captivates with its overwhelming beauty and its flavors and scents. But not only that there are so many attractions and hidden treasures beyond the excavations that are worth exploring and can be found around Pompeii.
1. Vesuvius
Starting with the one who brought death and devastation to Pompeii, Herculaneum, Oplonti and Stabia, Mr. Vesuvius! A visit to Vesuvius is an absolute must to enjoy the breathtaking view overlooking the Bay of Naples. And to get up close and personal with the mountain that destroyed the crowded Vesuvian cities in just 3 days. At 1,232 meters, it is one of the most visited and chosen stops by the many tourists who vacation in Campania.
You can hike to the top of the mouth of the volcano. Or you can choose to immerse yourself in the Vesuvian countryside, making a wonderful horseback excursion complete with tasting of the prized Vesuvius wine.
An incredible place, an absolute protagonist of the history not only of Pompeii and Herculaneum but also of Naples, worthy not of being told but experienced. So don’t miss this exceptional stop, you too choose to visit Vesuvius, it will probably happen to you only once in a lifetime!
2. The excavations of Herculaneum
Continuing on to Herculaneum. After Pompeii among the places not to be missed is undoubtedly the other spectacular archaeological site.
The excavations of Herculaneum located below the slopes of Vesuvius between sea and mountain and just a few kilometers from Naples and Pompeii, are a favorite destination for many history buffs. A small site that can be visited in only 2 hours, but a true jewel of archaeology, you will see things here that you will not find in Pompeii.
Charred wooden doors and beds still perfectly visible, flights of stairs still intact and undamaged, shelves where amphorae were stored still in their original state.
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In short, Herculaneum gives unique emotions and makes you understand even more the dynamics of that terrible eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. But if you want to get to know it fully, I recommend that you do not do it alone, but with an experienced and professional guide who will pass on all his knowledge of this incredible place.
3. Visiting Naples
In addition to the excavations of Pompeii, a visit among the monuments of Naples, about 25 km away from the ancient city, is not to be missed. A visit to Pompeii would not be complete without exploring the vibrant city of Naples. Scents, colors, music, vibrancy and awe are just some of the things you can experience when visiting the wonderful city of Naples.
Rich in cultural and historical attractions, from the National Archaeological Museum of Naples, which houses a vast collection of artifacts from Pompeii and Herculaneum. To Piazza Plebiscito with its wonderful view of the sea and the ancient Royal Palace. To the crowded alleyways of the historic center, where you can enjoy authentic Neapolitan pizza, cuoppi di mare e di terra and many other typical local specialties. But not only in Naples will you be able to see the many noble palaces, the Veiled Christ, the Maschio Angioino, and the Castle of the Ovo.
A city of art but also a city of excitement and vibrancy, capable of overwhelming, astounding and to be amazed. Naples is the city of colors, of flavors that excites, amazes and impresses. And it is the favorite destination of so many tourists from all over the world, discover it too!!!
4. The Amalfi Coast
Another must-see stop around Pompeii that will remain etched in your heart and mind is a visit to the stunning Amalfi Coast. It will be hard to erase from your memories the breathtaking views that only the coastline can offer.
Magnificent views overlooking the sea, unparalleled natural beauty, picturesque coastal villages built on rocky ridges. In short, a true postcard landscape.
A visit to the Amalfi Coast is an unmissable addition to your itinerary that will enrich it and make it magical.
Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the city of lemons, Sorrento with its characteristic and crowded alleys.
The quintessential, best-known and most appreciated jewels of the coast, Amalfi, Positano and Ravello, with their enchanting beaches, terraces overlooking the sea sprinkled with citrus fruits, vines and olive trees.
Here every single village on the Amalfi Coast is a true jewel to be admired and visited. It is as if every detail of this place has been painted in a frame of wonderful colors.
