🌙 Villa of the Mysteries: evening openings arrive in Pompeii, with art, music and tastings
What if visiting Pompeii at sunset were an even more enchanting experience?
From November 12, 2026, through March 2027, the extraordinary Villa of the Mysteries will also open its doors in the evening, offering visitors a special opportunity to discover one of the most fascinating treasures of the ancient Roman city.
An initiative bringing together archaeology, culture, music and the traditions of the Vesuvian area. 🏛️
🌙 **Discover the Villa of the Mysteries after dark, too**
The evening openings are scheduled for every Thursday, from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m., with a calendar of cultural events for visitors throughout the season.
It will be more than just an archaeological visit. The program includes:
- 📚 Book presentations and talks on history.
- 🎶 Musical performances.
- 🍷 Tastings and events celebrating local specialties.
- 🌋 Events organized by the municipalities of the Vesuvian area, highlighting local culture, traditions and identity.
The project aims to showcase the Villa’s artistic heritage, especially its extraordinary cycle of frescoes in the Second Pompeian Style, while also involving the area’s cultural and business communities.
🏺 **What to see inside the Villa**
The Villa of the Mysteries is one of the most important and evocative complexes in the Pompeii archaeological area.
It has more than 70 rooms, decorated with frescoes and mosaic floors that testify to the wealth and refinement of Roman residences.
One of its most famous features is the magnificent frieze in the Room of the Mysteries, a series of paintings that continues to fascinate scholars and visitors alike with its abundance of figures and meanings.
Visitors can also admire:
- Decorated residential rooms.
- Ancient mosaic floors.
- An ancient press.
- A small bath complex.
Each room tells a story about daily life and artistic taste in ancient Rome.
📅 **Events calendar**
The cultural program involves several municipalities in the Vesuvian area.
According to the schedule, the first event is set for Thursday, November 26, 2026, with Pompeii in the spotlight. The final event will take place on Thursday, March 18, 2027, with the Municipality of Lettere.
The initiative aims to transform the Villa into a meeting place for archaeological heritage and contemporary culture.
ℹ️ **Visitor information**
**Hours:** Thursdays, 5:00–7:30 p.m.
**Period:** November 12, 2026, through March 2027
**Tickets:**
- Full price: €5
- Reduced price: €2
- Under 18s: free
**Getting there:** Direct access from the city street, with a free shuttle to Piazza Esedra.
**Tickets:** Available online.
✨ **Pompeii: a story that never ceases to amaze**
The evening openings at the Villa of the Mysteries offer a wonderful opportunity to experience Pompeii in a different way, away from the usual daytime visit.
Art, archaeology and local culture come together in an experience that lets you rediscover one of Campania’s most extraordinary places.
Because Pompeii is more than a city buried by Vesuvius: it is a living heritage that still has stories to tell and emotions to inspire.
🏡 **Discover Campania from Wanda B&B**
If you’re planning a stay in Naples, a visit to Pompeii makes a wonderful day trip during your holiday.
At Wanda B&B, in the heart of Vomero, you can plan your days exploring Naples and the wonders of Campania.
📍 Via Luca Giordano 106 – Vomero, Naples
🚇 Metro stations and funiculars nearby
🤝 A small, family-run B&B where Ciro will be happy to recommend itineraries and must-see places.
❤️ Naples is the starting point. Campania is yours to discover.