We recognize that Disney vacations are not just an investment, but often the highlights of our lives, and we take that responsibility seriously. We want to ensure you have the best vacation experience.
Interested in a job in travel? Click here to learn: How to Become a Disney Travel Agent
Overview
Introduction
The ancient city of Pompeii, Italy, 20 mi/30 km southeast of Naples, was quite prosperous in Roman times. But the city, at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, was destroyed in AD 79 following the infamous volcanic eruption that covered it with 13-20 ft/4-6 m of pumice and ash.
Pompeii and Herculaneum (Ercolano) remained covered until the 1700s, when a farmer discovered Pompeii while digging a well.
Archaeological explorations took place in the mid-1800s, and Pompeii remains one of the most important archaeological sites in the world, providing a complete picture of Roman life at the height of the Roman Empire.
Pompeii was a city of nearly 20,000 in Roman times, and in the summer it can be exhausting to see it all.
We recommend using an audio guide or an authorized guide (he or she should wear proper identification) in order to focus on the highlights.