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Mount Vesuvius

Pompeii, Italy
From the crater rim path
Ranked #5 of 24 attractions in Pompeii
4.0 of 5 stars 119 Reviews
Type: Volcanos
monte vesuvio - maravilhoso The edge of the world, it seems Vesuvius crater The bay of Naples taken from mount Vesuvius
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Sydney, Australia
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“To get to the crater, it's a bit of a hike. Bring walking shoes.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Great on a clear day, a little pointless when it's cloudy. On a clear day there are the most stunning views of the bay of Naples and of course the crater is a must see. It's about 20 minutes uphill a about 40 degree incline. The grand is loose, so take walking shoes not things or sandals. Well worth the... More

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
“A must do when you are there”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

It seems that nearly all tour operators include a trip to the mountain top, about twenty busses were parked. Only the last 100 meter climb you need to walk over the ash road to the rim. Fortunalely it had rained the day before so vapour came out of the sides of the crator. It is good possible to take the... More

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Wever, Iowa
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3 reviews 3 reviews
“Too much time, not enough content.”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW

Beautiful views of Pompeii from the summit, but a long walk to get there plus the bus ride. This took all morning and we only had one day allocated for Pompeii sightseeing. Made the trip to the ruins less enjoyable. More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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“Visit to Vesuvious”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW

Poorly organised, Cost 8 euros admission and then a further 6 euros to climb to the crater More

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Gainesville, Florida
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45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
“Rewarding climb”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

This was such a rewarding climb, not that it is particularly strenuous, but to say you have climbed the volcano is kind of brag worthy. The views are amazing, but wouldn't recommend it if it is not a clear day. The bus to the top rom Ercolano was comfortable and despite people saying that the buses were unreliable, ours waited... More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
“Excellent view, don't be fooled by the price!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

Continuing from the title.. We went to Vesuvius as part of a full day excursion from the Amalfi Coast, to see Pompeii and climb Mount Vesuvius. We went with Sunland tour company in Amalfi who advertised half price entry for 18-25 year olds for EU citizens, which includes the UK. Pompeii was no problem, we showed our passports and got... More

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Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania
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6 reviews 6 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“"The Climb"”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012
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8 euros to climb to the rim of Mount Vesuvius but the views are worth every euro!! More

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Paris, France
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Impressive”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012
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The view of the summit is really impressive and is widely worth the efforts to reach there. The tour of the crater is possible with a guide. An advice : take some water and a hat. It can be very warm upthere. More

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Montreal, Canada
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Peering into nature itself”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012
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A bus tour takes you to the top.....or so you think. They say it is about a 20 minute climb to the summit but realistically that is for anyone who is in good physical shape. If you are not, then consider going on your own without a tour that has a time limit. I walked/ran the trail and barely made... More

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Bridgwater, United Kingdom
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Fascinating”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012
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If you get the chance to go here and hike to the top then please do it! The views are breath taking and the achievement of standing on top of the worlds current most dangerous volcanoe is fab for any holiday itnerary! I combined a trip here with Pompeii through Dark Rome tours - highly recommended. More

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