Self-Guided Excursion to Mount Vesuvius - Photo 1
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Self-Guided Excursion to Mount Vesuvius

If you're in Herculaneum and want to get to Mount Vesuvius, this is a practical way to get there. Why visit Mount Vesuvius?. Vesuvius is one of the most famous volcanoes in Italy and a notable site in the Campania region.

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If you're in Herculaneum and want to get to Mount Vesuvius, this is a practical way to get there.

Why visit Mount Vesuvius?

Vesuvius is one of the most famous volcanoes in Italy and a notable site in the Campania region. You can take the transfer to Mount Vesuvius from Herculaneum.

The Vesuvio Express bus will depart from Ercolano Scavi station at the indicated time. After 30 minutes, you'll arrive at the entrance of the Vesuvius National Park, where you will have 2 hours of free time to explore the park.

During your visit, you can discover the natural features of the national park and learn about the history of volcanic activity. A visit would not be complete without climbing up to the crater, located at about 1200 metres (nearly 4000 feet), offering views of the Bay of Naples. Bring your camera.

You must return to the bus for the journey back to Herculaneum 3 hours after pickup.

Children Under 4

Children under 4 can travel free on the bus if they sit on their parents' lap.

Included

  • Transport by bus
  • Admission to Mount Vesuvius National Park

Location

Activity location

Piazzale della Stazione Circumvesuviana, 1, 80056 Ercolano NA, Italy

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