View of Mount Vesuvius

The view of Vesuvius, in Naples

Vesuvius, the famous volcano that dominates the bay, is inseparable from the landscape of Naples. The Naples audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this emblematic view of the mythical mountain, both fascinating and feared.

The mythical volcano that watches over the bay

Vesuvius is the most emblematic element of the landscape of Naples. This famous volcano, which stands on the other side of the bay, is an integral part of the identity of the town and its surroundings. Its characteristic silhouette, with its double summit, dominates the horizon and is reflected in the sea. Vesuvius is sadly famous for its eruption of the year 79, which buried the Roman towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum under the ashes, freezing for eternity a moment of antiquity. Still considered active, the volcano is today closely monitored. Both fascinating and feared, Vesuvius offers from Naples a grandiose view. Its majestic presence makes all the beauty and the singularity of the gulf of Naples.

What to see

You admire the characteristic silhouette of Vesuvius with a double summit, which dominates the horizon on the other side of the bay and is reflected in the sea, a famous volcano responsible for the eruption of the year 79 that buried Pompeii and Herculaneum. The view of Vesuvius is emblematic of Naples. It is a must-see stop, especially on a clear day.

Practical information

The view of Vesuvius is discovered from the seafront and the heights of Naples, reachable on foot. They are open-air public spaces, freely accessible. The view is particularly beautiful on a clear day and at sunset. The volcano itself can be visited from its surroundings, according to its own conditions.

Why is Vesuvius famous near Naples?

For its eruption of the year 79, which buried the Roman towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum under the ashes; this famous volcano, still considered active and monitored, dominates the bay of Naples.

Where to admire the view of Vesuvius in Naples?

From the seafront and the heights of Naples, facing the bay, in Italy.