Roman Villa Oplontis Tickets

What was it like to live in to Roman Imperial period? You can discover this with a ticket to the Roman Villa Oplontis, an important archaeological site in Torre Annunziata, in the region of Campania.

Why Visit the Villa Oplontis?

Located at Torre Annunziata, the archaeological site of Oplontis is considered one of the main Roman villas in the region of Campania. With your ticket to Villa Oplontis, also known as Villa Popea, you can explore this ancient residence from the Roman Imperial period at your own pace. The villa's remains are part of the archaeological parks of Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Torre Annunziata, which are World Heritage Sites.

The ticket includes a video guide in English for information on the villa's history. The polychrome frescoes provide insights into society and daily life during the Roman Empire. The gardens of Villa Oplontis, believed to have involved Poppaea Sabina, the wife of emperor Nero, are also notable. This couple frequented this area to escape Rome.

The archaeological site features a thermal area that, along with the rest of the villa, was buried by lava during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius on August 24, 79 A.D.

Opening Times

The Villa Oplontis is open daily, except on Tuesdays, from 9 am to 4 pm. Please note that these times are subject to change and modifications.