Antiquarium of Boscoreale: Unveiling Roman Life
Explore daily Roman life before Vesuvius' eruption at the Antiquarium of Boscoreale, featuring artifacts from Pompeii and surrounding villas.
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
- +390815368796
- Visit website
- 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
Local tips
- 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.
Getting There
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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.
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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.
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Unmissable attractions to see
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