Visit Mount Vesuvius in Ercolano

Mount Vesuvius

Hike Mount Vesuvius, look inside the crater, and get some of the best views of the Bay of Naples

Mount Vesuvius, a well-known active volcano in Italy, caused the infamous eruption of 79 AD with catastrophic results, including engulfing of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum in volcanic ash.
Visiting Mount Vesuvius calls for some planning. You 'llneed a ticket with a set entry time for the Gran Cono trail. You cannot buy a ticket at the entrance, so booking online in advance is the only way to secure your spot.