Visit the Pompeii Archaeological Park with Campania>Artecard, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering an impressively preserved collection of buildings, monuments, and artworks. Rediscovered after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, Pompeii was buried under ash and lapilli, preserving a unique snapshot of ancient Roman life.

Pompeii was rediscovered in the 16th century, but systematic exploration only began in 1748 under the reign of Charles III of Bourbon. Excavations continued over the following centuries, leading to significant discoveries such as the House of the Faun and the development of the plaster cast technique, which allowed for the recovery of imprints of the victims' bodies.

In the 20th century, excavations focused on the eastern areas, while the conservation of the site became a priority, especially after the 1980 earthquake. Today, Pompeii remains an ongoing subject of study and restoration, preserving its historical and cultural significance.

Note: With Campania>Artecard, the Pompeii Express ticket is included (excluding the route from Porta Ercolano to the Suburban Villas, including Villa of the Mysteries and Villa of Diomedes). These sites can be visited with an additional ticket costing €8.00.

New Regulations for Using Campania Artecard at the Pompeii Archaeological Park

Starting from May 28th, exclusive access to the Pompeii Archaeological Park for Campania Artecard holders

Campania Artecard holders can benefit from a dedicated entrance to the Pompeii sites at specific access point:

Entrance from Piazza Esedra: reserved for Campania Artecard holders and groups.

New Guidelines for Using the Campania Artecard at the Pompeii Archaeological Park

To ensure optimal protection of the archaeological structures and improve the quality and safety of visits, the Pompeii Archaeological Park has decided to implement additional measures to limit entries to the park. 

a) Daily limit of 20,000 visitors;

b) Introduction of time slots* during the high season – from April 1 to October 31 – which allow for:

From 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, a maximum of 15,000 entries (divided into 12,000 for Pompeii Express and 3,000 for Pompeii+)

From 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm, a maximum of 5,000 entries (divided into 3,000 for Pompeii Express and 2,000 for Pompeii+)

*In relation to the time slots proposed by the Archaeological Park, please note that with Campania>Artecard, reservation is NOT required: visitors can simply go, individually or with their group, to one of the 3 entrances of the cultural site.

c) Introduction of a nominative ticket. Tickets can be purchased both on-site and online. Nominative tickets will be issued for all types of entries (Pompeii Express, Pompeii+, Pompeii 3days, and individual sites), both online and at physical ticket offices, upon presentation of an original ID by the visitor.

For Artecard holders:

Individual visitors will receive a single ticket with their name after identity verification.

For groups from tour operators, a nominal list of the group will be required at the ticket office. The name of the agency or tour operator will be shown on the collective ticket.

For family groups, at least one member of the group must present an ID at the ticket office to receive a collective ticket. The name of the group member and the guide accompanying the group will be shown on the ticket.

the Pompeii Express ticket. These areas can only be visited with the Pompeii+ ticket, by paying the difference at the ticket offices.