There are 4 accessible toilets at Pompeii, Porta Marina Inferiore, Piazza Anfiteatro, Porta Marina Superiore, and the Villa Imperiale.
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You can go back in time by walking through the preserved streets of the city ? by far the best way to view Pompeii. Though you could spend an entire day touring the site, the average time needed once inside is about two to three hours.
Bring a water bottle, hat, and sunscreenThere's no shade in Pompeii; you'll be in the sun for hours. Make sure to bring a water bottle (there are places you can fill it up again). Wear a good sun hat, or bring an umbrella to beat the sun. And take the time to lather up with sunscreen a few times during the day.
We recommend purchasing tickets in advance to speed up entry to the Archaeological Park. Those who buy in advance will receive their ticket in PDF format, that can be printed out or shown on their smart phone, and they can go directly to the turnstiles at the entrance to the Archaeological Park.
Weekday vs WeekendWeekends tend to be quite crowded. So, we suggest you visit Pompeii during weekdays. This will allow you the chance to explore Pompeii peacefully.
Bring a water bottle, hat, and sunscreenThere's no shade in Pompeii; you'll be in the sun for hours. Make sure to bring a water bottle (there are places you can fill it up again). Wear a good sun hat, or bring an umbrella to beat the sun. And take the time to lather up with sunscreen a few times during the day.
They will likely come away dusty or a bit muddy, depending on the conditions that day.... unless you wear a pair of sandals and then you just come back with REALLY dirty feet.
Pompeii is an important example not only because of its notoriety as a “dark tourist site”—a site associated with death and trauma—but also because it is one of the most visited UNESCO sites in the world, with approximately three million visitors per year.
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.
Be prepared to spend around 3 hours there, as the site is vast and without a guide can be quite hard to navigate around. Although, don't expect to be much quicker if you're with a guide, as they will spend more time at certain points of interests.
Chora a refreshment point and cafeteria managed by CIRFOOD is available inside the archaeological area of Pompeii and is located behind the Temple of Jupiter.
Large backpacks, umbrellas, luggage or bags (cm 30x30x15) and other bulky items are not allowed and must be left at the cloakroom (the service is free of charge). 14. Do not to speak out loudly, run or disturb the other visitors in any way.
Seeing as all the actual restaurants in Pompeii are outside the grounds, an easier way to rest during your tour is with a picnic. There are a number of picnic areas inside the park, allowing you to pack some lunch prior to getting there, or to purchase food from the cafeteria near the forum area.