Villa San Marco
Large Roman villa in Castellammare di Stabia, buried by Mount Vesuvius eruption in 79 AD, now an extensively excavated archaeological site.

πŸ“œ Large Roman residential villa, part of ancient Stabiae, buried by Vesuvius in 79 AD.
πŸ” Features thermal baths, gardens, frescoes, and mosaics. Largest holiday villa in Campania, main site of Stabiae excavation.

Why Go

πŸ›οΈ Explore remarkably preserved Roman architecture, mosaics, and frescoes
πŸ–ΌοΈ Admire rare Roman paintings, mosaics, and frescoes
🌳 Discover large thermal baths, gardens, two peristyles, and a large swimming pool
πŸŒ… Enjoy panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius from its hillside location
πŸ’‘ Gain insight into daily life of ancient Roman aristocratic families
🀫 Experience an intimate, less-crowded archaeological site

Why Avoid

πŸ—ΊοΈ Remote location, challenging to reach without local knowledge or Italian language skills
🚢 Long walk from public transport, bring supplies

Tips

β˜€οΈ Bring a hat, sunscreen, water, and pack a lunch
πŸš‰ Reach via Circumvesuviana train to Castellammare
πŸ—ΊοΈ Combine your visit with Villa Arianna, another key Stabian residence nearby

Cost

πŸ’° Free entry

Hours

πŸ•’ Open to the public, specific hours not detailed

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