Antiquarium di Boscoreale, Campania Travel Guide

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Explore daily Roman life before Vesuvius' eruption at the Antiquarium of Boscoreale, featuring artifacts from Pompeii and surrounding villas.

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The Antiquarium of Boscoreale, located near Pompeii, showcases artifacts from Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Stabiae, offering insights into Roman life before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. It features collections related to daily life, agriculture, and local flora and fauna.

A brief summary to Antiquarium di Boscoreale

Viale Villa Regina, 1, Boscoreale, Metropolitan City of Naples, 80041, IT
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Monday 9 am-6 pm
Tuesday 9 am-6 pm
Wednesday 9 am-6 pm
Thursday 9 am-6 pm
Friday 9 am-6 pm
Saturday 9 am-6 pm
Sunday 9 am-6 pm

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Combine your visit with the adjacent Villa Regina to see a working Roman-era winery.
Check opening hours in advance, as they vary depending on the season.
Consider purchasing a multi-site ticket for access to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and other nearby sites.

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Getting There

Public Transport

From Pompeii, take the Circumvesuviana train to the 'Villa Regina-Antiquarium' station. The museum is a short walk from the station. A single train ticket from Pompeii to Villa Regina costs around €2-3. Alternatively, the Pompeii Artebus Shuttle 1 connects Piazza Esedra in Pompeii to Villa Regina. The shuttle departs hourly, and the service is free for Park visitors.
Car

From Naples, take the A3 motorway towards Salerno. Exit at Torre Annunziata or Boscoreale, depending on your direction. Follow the signs to Viale Villa Regina. Parking is available near the site. Expect to pay around €1 per hour for parking.

Discover more about Antiquarium di Boscoreale

The Antiquarium of Boscoreale provides a glimpse into daily life in the Vesuvian area before the catastrophic eruption of 79 AD. Established in 1991, the museum houses a collection of artifacts from various archaeological sites, including Pompeii, Herculaneum, Oplontis, and Stabiae.The museum is divided into two main exhibition rooms. The first room displays artifacts related to the natural environment, agriculture, and daily life, including flora, fauna, agricultural tools, and items related to medicine and cosmetics. The second room features finds from the villas of Boscoreale and other Vesuvian sites, providing insights into the lives of the Roman inhabitants.Located near Villa Regina, a Roman farming settlement specializing in winemaking, the Antiquarium complements a visit to the villa, offering a deeper understanding of rural Roman life. The museum's exhibits, including tools, frescoes, and even carbonized food, paint a vivid picture of the region's history.