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 by Balam
Good shoes should be worn as there is a lot of walking and some of the footing can be slippy,
A loose shirt to cover up with.
A pack of moist tissues will help refresh you and maybe some salt incase you start to feel a bit dizzy.
extra suntan cream of a high factor
Camera, spare film or memory card, spare batteries
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 water fountain by sandysmith
loads of film or memory cards
Take plenty of water with you and hold onto your water bottle as you can refill from the water fountains which still operate in Pompei.
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 it was a tired day by cinthya_in_victoria
The ruins of the city of Pompeii are huge! DON'T forget to take confortable shoes, enough water, a hat and a map as you can easily get lost. Take just the necessary stuff with you. Leave a Comment
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Since most people do Pompeii as a day-trip, heavy luggage is left at the hotel or hostel. Don't bring a heavy bag because you'll be doing a lot of walking in very hot weather. If, however, you have to bring your luggage with you like I had to last year, the people at the main gate were quite nice about putting it in storage for me. Most practical would be a small backpack or a medium-sized purse. Really just a bag big enough for a water bottle, your camera, a snack, and your wallet.
Pack sunscreen (the sun is very strong) and a hat. Finally, please please please wear practical shoes. Wear a good worn in pair of sturdy shoes or sandals. I was in hiking shoes and I still occasionally stumbled on those ancient roads. I'm just amazed at some of the women that I saw in heels! In heels! Where did they think they were going? You don't just decide to do Pompeii on impulse, you plan for it, why on earth would you wear heels here? I'm amazed that they didn't fall and sprain something.
Mosquitos generally aren't too bad in Pompeii especially if you keep moving. But if you're usually sensitive to mosquito bites take some repellant just in case. I was bitten alive this summer.
Make sure you have extra batteries, lots of rolls, or lots of memory space. Pompeii's a big city and there is plenty to photograph.
There are some camp sites in the modern town that aren't too expensive. If you're looking for a cheap place to spend the night you might want to consider these places.
Pompeii gets quite hot and it doesn't rain very often. Do bring a rain coat if it looks like it might rain. Don't let the threat of rain scare you off, in my experience rain storms lasted less than 30 minutes. And if you're lucky enough to experience a heavy rain storm while there, don't run away! Get yourself to a point in the city (usually by the gates) where there is a drop-off and just watch all the water drain out of the city. It's fascinating watching the ancient drain system still doing exactly what it was doing 2000 years ago. Leave a Comment
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Comfortable and sturdy shoes are a must as you'll be walking on stones and down streets 2000 years old.
Make sure you have ample film or memory for digital cameras as the archeaological site was much to photograph.
A bottle of water is a good idea, especially on a warm day. None is available once you enter the site. Numerous vendors sell snacks and beverages just outside the main entrance.
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 Our gear... by CandS
Take some light clothes...it is very hot in Pompei even in October... A jacket may come in handy later at night or in the winter months...
Take lots of sunscreen! You will need it!
I wish I'd taken some food for the stray dogs...they were everywhere and were so friendly and lonely...they just wanted a friend... :) I felt so sorry for them...nobody else seemed to care for them... Leave a Comment
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 Where am I? by barryg23Leave a Comment
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 Too Hot by Goner
Take a panoramic camera, there are some great panoramic views. Leave a Comment
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 yes it is me by TinKan
In my case we need a big one for all the shoping we do.
Good sturdy shoes for hiking around in.
A camera
Always bring one bottle of water. Leave a Comment
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Be sure to wear very comfortable shoes while visiting Pompeii. The old stone pathways are very hard and your feet will really feel them after a little while. I also recommend that the shoes be closed-toe, as the old roads are dusty. I wore sandals and my feet were quite dirty after the tour! I rarely wear sneakers, but I really wished I'd worn them to visit Pompeii. Leave a Comment
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