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Mount Vesuvius

Explore the crater of the infamous volcano, take in views of the Bay of Naples, and discover nearby Pompeii and Herculaneum on Mount Vesuvius tours.

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Mount Vesuvius
Visitors hiking up the rocky path of Mount Vesuvius under a clear blue sky.
Mount Vesuvius crater view with surrounding landscape, Italy.
Hikers ascending Mount Vesuvius with panoramic views of Naples and the coastline.
Tourists walking along a hiking trail at Mount Vesuvius, Italy.
Mount Vesuvius crater with rocky terrain and clear sky in Naples, Italy.
Visitors hiking up wooden steps on Mount Vesuvius, Italy.
Crater of Mount Vesuvius with rocky walls and clear sky above.
Visitors hiking up Mount Vesuvius on a rocky path under a cloudy sky.
Visitors hiking along a trail on Mount Vesuvius, viewing the crater.
Aerial view of Mount Vesuvius overlooking the Bay of Naples, Italy.
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Flexible duration
Audio guide
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  • Head straight up to the Great Cone with skip-the-line tickets—because no volcano visit is complete without staring into its crater!

  • Trek for 90 minutes through lava-swept slopes of Vesuvius.

  • Take in jaw-dropping panoramas of the Bay of Naples, the historic gulf on the southwestern coast of Italy.

  • Make it hassle-free with an upgrade to include round-trip transfers from Naples or Pompeii and a volcanological guide who’ll share fascinating facts along the way.

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  • Head straight up to the Great Cone with skip-the-line tickets—because no volcano visit is complete without staring into its crater!

  • Trek for 90 minutes through lava-swept slopes of Vesuvius.

  • Take in jaw-dropping panoramas of the Bay of Naples, the historic gulf on the southwestern coast of Italy.

  • Make it hassle-free with an upgrade to include round-trip transfers from Naples or Pompeii and a volcanological guide who’ll share fascinating facts along the way.

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€19.90
Hikers walking on a trail along Mount Vesuvius with a view of the surrounding landscape.
Information board about Mount Vesuvius with view of Naples and surrounding landscape.
Tourists hiking on a trail at Mount Vesuvius, Italy.
Aerial view of Mount Vesuvius crater with Naples and coastline in the background.
Person with earphones enjoying Mount Vesuvius view in Naples.
Pathway along Mount Vesuvius with view of Naples coastline in the distance.
Hiker overlooking Mount Vesuvius crater in Naples, Italy.
Crater of Mount Vesuvius in Naples, Italy, with rocky terrain and clear sky.
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3 hr
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  • Enjoy round-trip AC minibus transfers from Naples and timed-entry access for a smooth, hassle-free visit.

  • Trek up the Great Cone for 90 minutes and peer into the crater of Europe’s only active mainland volcano.

  • Take in breathtaking panoramas of Naples, the coastline, and the Bay of Naples from the summit.

  • Upgrade to include a multilingual audio guide and enjoy an insightful exploration.

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  • Enjoy round-trip AC minibus transfers from Naples and timed-entry access for a smooth, hassle-free visit.

  • Trek up the Great Cone for 90 minutes and peer into the crater of Europe’s only active mainland volcano.

  • Take in breathtaking panoramas of Naples, the coastline, and the Bay of Naples from the summit.

  • Upgrade to include a multilingual audio guide and enjoy an insightful exploration.

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€45
Aerial view of Mount Vesuvius crater with Naples and coastline in the background.
Hikers walking on a trail along Mount Vesuvius with a view of the surrounding landscape.
Tourists walking along a hiking trail at Mount Vesuvius, Italy.
Observatory at Mount Vesuvius overlooking Naples cityscape.
Shuttle bus for Mount Vesuvius climb departing from Pompeii or Naples.
Hiker on Mount Vesuvius trail with view of crater, Italy.
Tourists hiking on a trail at Mount Vesuvius, Italy.
Hiker overlooking the view from Mount Vesuvius summit, Italy.
Rocky path on Mount Vesuvius with view of Naples in the distance.
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3 hr
2 more
  • Hop aboard a comfy minivan from Pompeii and explore the most famous active volcano in the world.

  • Enter Mount Vesuvius, and then get dropped off at an altitude of 1000m to begin your ascent.

  • Hike up to the top of the crater to admire the Gulf of Naples and the Campania hinterland, upgrade to watch it painted in colors of sunset.

  • Gaze right at the Grand Cone with a volcanological guide by your side! Choose this option if you want to learn more about volcanic impact.

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  • Hop aboard a comfy minivan from Pompeii and explore the most famous active volcano in the world.

  • Enter Mount Vesuvius, and then get dropped off at an altitude of 1000m to begin your ascent.

  • Hike up to the top of the crater to admire the Gulf of Naples and the Campania hinterland, upgrade to watch it painted in colors of sunset.

  • Gaze right at the Grand Cone with a volcanological guide by your side! Choose this option if you want to learn more about volcanic impact.

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€39
Pompeii Forum view from via del Foro with ancient columns and distant mountains.
Ancient ruins of Pompeii with columns and temple remains under a clear blue sky.
Mount Vesuvius crater view with surrounding landscape, Italy.
Hikers enjoying the scenic view from Mount Vesuvius overlooking the Bay of Naples.
Tourists exploring the ancient amphitheater ruins in Pompeii under a clear blue sky.
Pompeii ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background on Rome to Amalfi Coast day trip.
Plaster cast of a victim's body surrounded by ancient pottery in Pompeii.
Tourists walking along a hiking trail at Mount Vesuvius, Italy.
Volcanic landscape of Mount Vesuvius crater with rocky terrain and distant views.
Walking trail leading to the summit of Mt Vesuvius with views of the Bay of Naples.
Mount Vesuvius crater with rocky terrain and clear sky in Naples, Italy.
Tourists hiking on a trail at Mount Vesuvius, Italy.
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Flexible duration
1 more
  • Skip the lines at Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius and make the most of your day.

  • Explore Pompeii’s ancient temples, forums, and frescoed villas at your own pace.

  • Climb to the crater rim of Mt. Vesuvius and witness the volcano that destroyed the city.

  • Learn about daily Roman life and volcanic history with a multilingual audio guide.

  • See cause and effect in one trip, combining archaeology, geology, and history with a single ticket.

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  • Skip the lines at Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius and make the most of your day.

  • Explore Pompeii’s ancient temples, forums, and frescoed villas at your own pace.

  • Climb to the crater rim of Mt. Vesuvius and witness the volcano that destroyed the city.

  • Learn about daily Roman life and volcanic history with a multilingual audio guide.

  • See cause and effect in one trip, combining archaeology, geology, and history with a single ticket.

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€55
Tourists taking photos at the crater of Mount Vesuvius, Italy.
Mount Vesuvius crater view with surrounding landscape, Italy.
Tourist photographing frescoes at College of the Augustales, Herculaneum.
Mosaic artwork depicting mythological figures in Herculaneum, Italy.
Traveler waiting with luggage for Vesuvius and Herculaneum tour bus in Naples.
Visitors walking along the path on Mount Vesuvius, Italy, with audio guide stations.
Tourists hiking on a trail at Mount Vesuvius, Italy.
View of Naples and the Bay of Naples from Mount Vesuvius hike.
Herculaneum ruins with tourists exploring the ancient site, Italy.
Ruins of Herculaneum with ancient columns and grassy courtyard in Italy.
House of the Mosaic Atrium in Herculaneum with intricate floor patterns and ancient walls.
Ancient ruins of Pompeii with columns and temple remains under a clear blue sky.
Ancient artifacts and pottery in a storage room at Pompeii, Italy.
Ancient bronze statue in Herculaneum, part of the Vesuvius and Herculaneum tour.
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6 hr
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  • A unique adventure awaits as you visit two UNESCO World Heritage marvels in one day: Mount Vesuvius and either Herculaneum or Pompeii.

  • Round-trip transfers from Naples and skip-the-line access ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit to these iconic historical sites.

  • Feel the excitement of hiking up the Vesuvian crater with a volcanological guide and take in breathtaking panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples.

  • Or, explore Pompeii, a city once bustling with everything from public baths to markets and even brothels, a vivid snapshot of ancient life.

  • Uncover the wonders of Roman history at Herculaneum, where you’ll find exquisitely preserved relics and ancient scrolls at the Villa dei Papyri.

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  • A unique adventure awaits as you visit two UNESCO World Heritage marvels in one day: Mount Vesuvius and either Herculaneum or Pompeii.

  • Round-trip transfers from Naples and skip-the-line access ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit to these iconic historical sites.

  • Feel the excitement of hiking up the Vesuvian crater with a volcanological guide and take in breathtaking panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples.

  • Or, explore Pompeii, a city once bustling with everything from public baths to markets and even brothels, a vivid snapshot of ancient life.

  • Uncover the wonders of Roman history at Herculaneum, where you’ll find exquisitely preserved relics and ancient scrolls at the Villa dei Papyri.

from
€95
Mount Vesuvius overlooking Naples and the Bay of Naples, Italy.
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Hikers walking on a trail with views of the landscape on Vesuvius volcano, Italy.
Information board about Mount Vesuvius with view of Naples and surrounding landscape.
Tourists walking along a hiking trail at Mount Vesuvius, Italy.
Hiker overlooking Mount Vesuvius crater in Naples, Italy.
Visitors walking along the path on Mount Vesuvius with a view of the crater and Naples in the distance.
Ruins of Pompeii with Mount Vesuvius in the background.
Temple of Apollo ruins with statue and columns in Pompeii, Italy.
Tourists using audioguides at Pompeii archaeological site, Italy.
Frescoes in the Villa of the Mysteries, Pompeii, Italy, depicting ancient Roman life.
Tour group with guide in ancient theatre, Pompeii.
Ancient artifacts and plaster cast in Pompeii storage room.
Tourist photographing frescoes at College of the Augustales, Herculaneum.
Visitors listening to a tour guide in Pompeii ruins, Italy.
Free cancellation
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5 hr
1 more
  • Explore Vesuvius and Herculaneum or Pompeii in a single day with round-trip transfers and audio guides.

  • Upgrade to visit all three, or try out a small-group tour of Vesuvius and Pompeii!

  • Scale the Vesuvian crater and uncovers its fascinating geology with an expert volcanological guide.

  • Marvel at the impressive frescoes, mosaics, and architecture preserved by the 79 AD eruption at both Pompeii and Herculaneum.

More details

  • Explore Vesuvius and Herculaneum or Pompeii in a single day with round-trip transfers and audio guides.

  • Upgrade to visit all three, or try out a small-group tour of Vesuvius and Pompeii!

  • Scale the Vesuvian crater and uncovers its fascinating geology with an expert volcanological guide.

  • Marvel at the impressive frescoes, mosaics, and architecture preserved by the 79 AD eruption at both Pompeii and Herculaneum.

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€84
Tourists exploring ancient ruins in Pompeii with Mount Vesuvius in the background.
Ancient artifacts and plaster cast in Pompeii storage room.
Mount Vesuvius crater with surrounding landscape, part of a Rome to Pompeii and Naples day trip.
Hikers walking on a trail along Mount Vesuvius with a view of the surrounding landscape.
Customers smiling on air-conditioned bus during Herculaneum tour from Naples.
Tourists walking through ancient Pompeii ruins with audio guides.
Ancient ruins of Pompeii with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Naples, Italy.
Hiking trail along the crater of Mount Vesuvius, Italy, with panoramic views.
Visitors walking along the Mount Vesuvius crater path with a view of Naples.
Tourists walking through ancient ruins of Pompeii with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Italy.
Ancient frescoes and mosaics in a room at Herculaneum, part of the Pompeii & Herculaneum guided tour.
Tourists with a guide exploring an ancient room in the ruins of Pompeii, Italy.
Hikers ascending Mount Vesuvius with panoramic views of Naples and the coastline.
Tourists taking photos at the crater of Mount Vesuvius, Italy.
View from Vesuvius volcano overlooking the Bay of Naples and surrounding landscape.
Positano's La Scogliera Beach with colorful umbrellas, part of Rome to Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius tour.
Colorful buildings along a road in Positano city center, Italy.
Positano village on the Amalfi Coast with colorful cliffside houses and boats on the sea.
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Flexible duration
2 more
  • Visit one of Rome's most famous archaeological sites, the striking city of Pompeii with round-trip transfers on an air-conditioned bus.

  • Be escorted to Pompeii, post which you can absorb its beauty at your own pace. Follow the path indicated and be transported to the past.

  • Visit the world's most dangerous volcano, Mt. Vesuvius which wiped Pompeii off the map altogether.

  • In case of inclement weather conditions or as per your choice, visit Positano instead of Mt. Vesuvius.

  • Fun fact: Pizza, as we know it today, was invented in Naples in the 19th century!

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  • Visit one of Rome's most famous archaeological sites, the striking city of Pompeii with round-trip transfers on an air-conditioned bus.

  • Be escorted to Pompeii, post which you can absorb its beauty at your own pace. Follow the path indicated and be transported to the past.

  • Visit the world's most dangerous volcano, Mt. Vesuvius which wiped Pompeii off the map altogether.

  • In case of inclement weather conditions or as per your choice, visit Positano instead of Mt. Vesuvius.

  • Fun fact: Pizza, as we know it today, was invented in Naples in the 19th century!

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€105
Temple of Giove ruins in Pompeii with Mount Vesuvius in the background.
Tour guide explaining Pompeii victim cast to tourists.
Ancient Roman ruins of Herculaneum with stone structures and modern bridge in Italy.
Ancient frescoes and mosaics in a room at Herculaneum, part of the Pompeii & Herculaneum guided tour.
Aerial view of Mount Vesuvius with surrounding landscape in Italy.
Tourist taking photo from bus window on early morning trip to Chichen Itza.
Tourists exploring the ancient amphitheater ruins in Pompeii under a clear blue sky.
Pompeii ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background on Rome to Amalfi Coast day trip.
Visitors reading informational displays on a guided tour in Pompeii.
Visitors walking through the ancient ruins of Herculaneum basilica site.
Tourist exploring ancient Herculaneum baths interior, Italy.
Ruins of Casa del Rilievo di Telefo in Herculaneum with red columns and ancient courtyard.
Herculaneum ancient floor frescoes with geometric patterns.
Herculaneum fresco depicting two figures on a red background.
Hikers ascending Mount Vesuvius with panoramic views of Naples and the coastline.
Tourists listening to a volcanologist guide during a hike on Mount Vesuvius.
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8 hr
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  • Set off on comfortable round-trip transport from either Naples or Pompeii, and skip the ticket lines at three sites with a connected history.

  • Explore the public squares, street food stalls, and villas at the UNESCO-listed ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, buried under Vesuvian ash.

  • The volcanic Mount Vesuvius, resting between the two, is your next destination. Scale the tuff slopes, wander through vineyards, and peer into craters.

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  • Set off on comfortable round-trip transport from either Naples or Pompeii, and skip the ticket lines at three sites with a connected history.

  • Explore the public squares, street food stalls, and villas at the UNESCO-listed ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, buried under Vesuvian ash.

  • The volcanic Mount Vesuvius, resting between the two, is your next destination. Scale the tuff slopes, wander through vineyards, and peer into craters.

from
€125
Guide with umbrella leading a tour group through ancient ruins in Pompeii.
Passengers enjoying a ride on a Terravision bus from Fiumicino Airport to Rome City Center.
Guide explaining ancient ruins to a group of tourists in Pompeii, Italy.
Tour group with guide exploring ancient ruins of Pompeii, Naples, with Mount Vesuvius in background.
Ancient ruins and columns at Pompeii Forum, Italy.
Temple of Apollo ruins with statue and columns in Pompeii, Italy.
Ancient frescoes depicting figures in the Villa of the Mysteries, Pompeii.
Tourists walking through ancient Pompeii ruins with audio guides.
Ancient bathhouse interior in Pompeii on a 2-hour private guided tour.
Tour group with guide in ancient theatre, Pompeii.
Ancient ruins with stone columns and mountain backdrop in Pompeii, Italy.
Aerial view of Mount Vesuvius crater near Naples, Italy.
Hikers on Vesuvius volcano trail with view of Naples in the background.
Pathway leading up Mt. Vesuvius with view of Naples coastline in the background.
Tour guide explaining volcanic features to a group at Mt. Vesuvius, Italy.
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2 hr
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  • Experience the ruins of Pompeii with a guided tour and hassle-free transfers from Sorrento, with the option to hike to Mount Vesuvius' crater.

  • Travel easily between Sorrento and Pompeii with convenient round-trip transfers.

  • Bypass the crowds and enjoy a seamless visit to Pompeii with skip-the-line access.

  • Stroll through the streets on an insightful walking tour and learn about the historic attractions with the help of a licensed guide.

  • Enjoy an optional visit to Mt. Vesuvius, hike to the crater at 1,280m, and enjoy stunning Gulf of Naples views.

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  • Experience the ruins of Pompeii with a guided tour and hassle-free transfers from Sorrento, with the option to hike to Mount Vesuvius' crater.

  • Travel easily between Sorrento and Pompeii with convenient round-trip transfers.

  • Bypass the crowds and enjoy a seamless visit to Pompeii with skip-the-line access.

  • Stroll through the streets on an insightful walking tour and learn about the historic attractions with the help of a licensed guide.

  • Enjoy an optional visit to Mt. Vesuvius, hike to the crater at 1,280m, and enjoy stunning Gulf of Naples views.

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€75

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About Mount Vesuvius

Former residents of Pompeii and Herculaneum were blissfully unaware that they lived in the shadow of an active volcano, Mount Vesuvius. When it erupted in 79 AD, they were not prepared to see their civilization come to an end. Even today, scores of visitors throng to Mount Vesuvius to behold its majesty and maleficence.


Address
Mount Vesuvius, 80044 Ottaviano, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy
Visitors per year
1000000
Expected wait time - Standard
30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
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Maria Kakoniti
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Maria

Cyprus
Oct 2025
5/5

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Was an amazing experience. Everything was on time and out guide was there to help us with everyrhing. If you want to see all the Pompei 2 hours are not enough but tou can see the most important.

From Naples: Pompeii, Herculaneum & Vesuvius Day Trip

Cristea Oana Gabriela
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Cristea

Romania
Oct 2025
5/5

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One amaizing day! Startimg 10:00 AM finish at 17:00 PM. For the ones that want to see full Pompei, don't book also Vesuviu in the same day.

Combo: Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Entry Tickets with Audio Guide

Victoria Stanley-Roberts
GB

Victoria

United Kingdom
Oct 2025
5/5

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A great day, especially good seeing Mt Vesuvio and Herculaneum together was brilliant to get an understanding of the size of the eruption. Plenty of time at both sites and the pick up and drop off was perfect. Seeing Pompeii seperatly was also brilliant.

From Naples: Mount Vesuvius & Herculaneum or Pompeii Day Trip

Constantina Zarkos
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Constantina

Australia
Aug 2025
5/5

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Staff are very friendly and very well organised. The trip to Mt Vesuvius was easy and once we arrived given two hours to make the trek up and down. This was a good amount of time. The experience is amazing and so worth the effort to get to the top. Just remember to take water and proper shoes

From Pompeii: Mount Vesuvius Entry Tickets with Round-Trip Transfers

Anca Dohotariu
RO

Anca

Romania
Aug 2025
5/5

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Our guide is archeologist and he worcked himself in Pompei to discover life from 2000 years ago. The experience is beyond words.

From Naples: Pompeii Guided Tour with Round-Trip Transfers

Bart C Dillard
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Bart

United States
Jun 2025
5/5

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The tour was great there was a guide on bus that told you a Little about what you were seeing and a bit of history. Only wish we could have stopped at the top of Mount Vesuvius. Tho you do get to stop at an observation spot for a few quick pics. The guide we had at Pompeii was excellent she was very knowledgeable and fun. Also she tried to keep you in the shade as much as possible. The pizza place was alright only problem is drinks weren't included and it's 4 euros for a coke. There then that it was an awesome experience!

From Rome: Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Day Trip

Oliver Lomas
GB

Oliver

United Kingdom
Oct 2025
5/5
Was a good experience, we weren't sure about the credibility of Headout as a ticket provider, however we bought two tickets on here and were able to collect them at the entrance to Mount Vesuvius. The guy handing them out was in a slightly different location than mentioned but we found him and got our tickets and guidebook!

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Maria Teresa Vicente Vitoria

Maria

Oct 2025
5/5
It was very convenient to arrive and they were waiting for us with the tickets and the guide in Spanish. There were no lines at the entrance, so maybe early in the morning you can save that, at least on the dates we went, but as you never know with this ticket we made sure of it.

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