Pompeii prepares for record tourism from America's Cup: new opening hours and special tours
The Pompeii archaeological site is introducing special routes and extended hours to welcome the international visitors expected for the 2027 America's Cup.
Pompeii and the America's Cup: an unexpected synergy
The announcement of the 2027 America's Cup in Naples has had an immediate effect on the extraordinary archaeological site of Pompeii, which is preparing to welcome tens of thousands more international visitors than in previous years.
Pompeii's numbers
The Pompeii Archaeological Park is already one of the most visited sites in Europe with over 4 million annual entrances. The America's Cup could bring an extra 500,000-700,000 visitors in 2027 alone.
What's new for 2027
The Archaeological Park has announced a series of measures to manage the increase in visitors:
- Extended hours: open until 9:00 PM during peak regatta periods
- Night tours: new evening guided tours with artistic lighting
- Digital access: mandatory online ticketing for peak time slots
- Multilingual guides: enhanced service in English, French, German, Spanish, and Japanese
- Dedicated shuttles: direct connection from Naples port and the Race Village
What to see at Pompeii
The site offers unique experiences nowhere else in the world:
- The body casts: the plaster figures that have moved generations of visitors
- The Villa of the Mysteries: exceptionally preserved frescoes
- The Forum: the heart of Roman public life
- The domus: private homes with mosaics and paintings of inestimable value
How to get to Pompeii from Naples
The Circumvesuviana railway connects Naples to Pompeii in about 30 minutes. Alternatively, numerous tour agencies offer day trips combined with other Campania sites.