
Mount Vesuvius
Mount Vesuvius
Naples, Italy
Famed volcano known for the destruction of Pompeii in AD 79, with a hiking trail to the top.
Last updated: February 11, 2026
Overview
Famed volcano known for the destruction of Pompeii in AD 79, with a hiking trail to the top.
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Visitor Reviews
**★★★★★ Peter Ambrózai — 2 weeks ago
We took a bus 808 from the train station to the entrance of the park. You have to buy tickets online in advance. From the entrance there is a 20min walk to the top of the crater. There are few little stores where you can buy souvenirs and something to drink. Perfect view of the country around.
**★★★★★ John Burnett — 3 weeks ago
Loved it. We had great weather and the walk up was quite steep but very manageable. The view at the top of breath taking and unique.
**★★★★★ Evgheni — a month ago
Huge and potentially dangerous mountain 😁⛰️. Go their if you like nature and want to touch a piece of history. Don't expect galvanizing lava, it's pretty quiet there.
**★★★★★ N S. — 2 months ago
One of the greatest mountain hikes I’ve been on. The view is tremendous. The hike is tough so be prepared. Parking partially up the mountain is easy. Also get ready for the smell of sulfur once you’re at the top. The path is mostly sand/dirt
**★★★★★ Anastasia Gk — 3 months ago
This was the second volcano I have climbed, the first being Etna. What can I say? First of all, I feel incredibly lucky that I managed to get the last three tickets for the day, sold right at the last minute! I was over the moon with happiness, as it has been a long-time dream of mine to come here, and I travelled all the way from Moldova to fulfill it. I was absolutely charmed by its beauty and imposing energy. This place charged me up for the next half a year! I am happy and deeply grateful f













