Roaming Near Rome

When roaming near Rome many visitors take side trips to surrounding areas including Pompeii, one of the most famous archeological sites in the world.

Pompeii for More Than a Day

Easily reached by train or rental car for the day, why not stay longer? There’s so much to see.

This UNESCO World Heritage Site of the ancient city destroyed by volcanic eruption in 79 AD sprawls over 160 acres.

Although it’s been attracting tourists since the 1700’s there are still new exhibits being added as they’re restored for public view.

Where to stay in Pompeii?

The beautifully designed HABITA79 hotel is the perfect perch for a stay in Pompeii.

Wall colors echo those of the ancient site but room décor is fresh and contemporary.

An open-air rooftop lounge offers magnificent views of Mount Vesuvius and the hotel’s Il Circolo restaurant attracts a lively social scene. 

Il Circolo chefs excel at showcasing specialties of the Campania region with impressive ovens turning out classic Napolitano style pizzas.

You can even take a cooking class on how to make gnocchi in little shapes unique to southern Italy. 

Wines Born in Volcanic Soil

Food and wine adventures are easily arranged by the hotel, including a tasting tour and lunch at Cantina Del Vesuvio.

This family-owned winery where the vines are enriched by volcanic soil, produces sought after Vesuvio Lacryma Christi wines. 

Lemon Love in Sorrento

Hop in a car and travel along the splendid Amalfi Coast. Close enough to your Pompeii perch to visit for an evening of shopping and dining in Sorrento and taking in the epic views along the way.

First Eat Pizza

Destination dinner at the art filled Restaurant Tasso in Sorrento.

Now We Celebrate Amalfi Lemons

From food to fashions, it’s all about lemon in Sorrento.

Not to miss is shopping at Agritourismo Fattoria Terra Nova for everything that celebrates the area’s famously fragrant Amalfi lemons from limoncello liqueur to lemon scented soaps. 

If life gives you lemons, make Limoncello!