Pompeii Archaeological Park: bag policy & entry rules
At Pompeii Archaeological Park you can bring stroller. Backpack, food, camera and pets are allowed only with conditions. Suitcase and e-scooter are not allowed. There is a cloakroom on site.
What can you bring into Pompeii Archaeological Park?
What Pompeii Archaeological Park's official rules say, item by item. Tap an item for the detail.
Backpack Limited
Permitted only within 30x30x15 cm; larger backpacks count as bulky bags and must be left in the left luggage area.
Backpack rules at other venues →Suitcase / luggage Not allowed
Forbidden to enter with suitcases or bulky bags exceeding 30x30x15 cm; they must be left in the left luggage area.
Suitcase / luggage rules at other venues →Food Limited
Forbidden to eat outside specially designated places; eating is allowed only in designated areas.
Food rules at other venues →Stroller Allowed
Not prohibited; the 'Pompeii for All' project provides accessible barrier-free paths to parents with buggies.
Stroller rules at other venues →Camera Limited
Personal photography is not prohibited, but bringing in professional optical or audio equipment (video cameras, microphones, audio mixers, etc.) is forbidden without authorisation; drones require authorisation.
Camera rules at other venues →Pets Limited
Only dogs up to 10 kg and max 40 cm height may enter, on a lead and carried inside buildings; medium/large dogs forbidden. Guide dogs assisting people with disabilities are allowed.
Pets rules at other venues →E-scooter Not allowed
Forbidden to bring in bicycles, scooters or motorised vehicles and unauthorised (including electric) vehicles of any type.
E-scooter rules at other venues →We don't guess: ask the venue before you go if one of these matters for your visit.
What the rules do and don't say about these
- Water bottle: Plastic water bottles are not addressed in the official regulations.
- Metal bottle: Metal/reusable water bottles are not addressed in the official regulations.
- Tripod: Tripods are not mentioned by name; professional photography/equipment requires written authorisation.
- Umbrella: Umbrellas are not mentioned in the official regulations text retrieved.
Will my bag fit?
Pompeii Archaeological Park's published limit: 30 × 30 × 15 cm. Enter your bag's size (cm) to check it.
Measure the outside of the bag, including handles, wheels and pockets. Security staff have the final word — this is a quick check, not a guarantee.
Large bags or suitcases may not be allowed inside. Drop them at a luggage storage in Pompeii before you go.
Cloakroom & lockers
Luggage storage is available for a fee at the Porta Marina and Piazza Anfiteatro entrances (official Visitor Services page). Suitcases and bulky bags over 30x30x15 cm must be left in the left luggage area.
What the official rules say
to enter with suitcases or bulky bags (permitted size 30x30x15 cm) and other cumbersome objects which should be left in the left luggage area Pompeii Archaeological Park bag policy: quick answers
Can I bring a backpack into Pompeii Archaeological Park?
Limited. Permitted only within 30x30x15 cm; larger backpacks count as bulky bags and must be left in the left luggage area.
Can I bring a suitcase or luggage into Pompeii Archaeological Park?
Not allowed. Forbidden to enter with suitcases or bulky bags exceeding 30x30x15 cm; they must be left in the left luggage area.
Can I bring food into Pompeii Archaeological Park?
Limited. Forbidden to eat outside specially designated places; eating is allowed only in designated areas.
Can I bring a stroller into Pompeii Archaeological Park?
Allowed. Not prohibited; the 'Pompeii for All' project provides accessible barrier-free paths to parents with buggies.
Are there lockers or a cloakroom at Pompeii Archaeological Park?
Luggage storage is available for a fee at the Porta Marina and Piazza Anfiteatro entrances (official Visitor Services page). Suitcases and bulky bags over 30x30x15 cm must be left in the left luggage area.
What bag size is allowed at Pompeii Archaeological Park?
Permitted bag size 30x30x15 cm; suitcases, bulky bags and other cumbersome objects exceeding this must be left in the left luggage area.