Cycling in Pompeii

I’d be surprised that bicycles (“e” or otherwise) would be permitted, but even if they were, I doubt you’d want to deal with the cobbled streets on two wheels. Hopefully someone here can provide helpful info regarding mobility issue solutions.

it is an amazing sight, and I hope you find a suitable way to see it.

I believe you can cycle along the outer walls but not within the centre itself where the majority of the most interesting sights are located. Besides, I wouldn't want to attempt cycling on the cobbles even if you were allowed.

Hi back! 👋
This is what the visiting rules state on the official website:

http://pompeiisites.org/en/visiting-info/regulations-for-visitors/

1. Unauthorised means of transport are not allowed. The same also applies to electrical ones.
2. Bicycles, scooters and other means of transport are not allowed on the site.

"*Please note that the paths inside the Site, which almost entirely coincide with those of the ancient city, are uneven with differing heights, levels, and with varying degrees of rugged terrain. Therefore, the utmost caution and attention is required."

They do have "Pompeii for all" routes for visitors with mobility challenges, mostly with wheelchairs or baby strollers; doubt your bikes would be allowed. I don't know if this would be a good alternative for you but take a look at the downloadable map and info?

http://pompeiisites.org/en/visiting-info/pompeii-for-all/
http://pompeiisites.org/wp-content/uploads/PIANTA_SCAVI_POMPEI_per-tutti_sito-1.pdf

It can't be overemphasized how unsuitable the old Roman pavements are for biking. Even walking on them is challenging, for fully abled pedestrians. The site is also too crowded for safe addition of bicycles on paths of narrow width. When you see Pompeii you will understand that I am not exaggerating. Perhaps you should consider visiting Herculaneum or Oplontis.

Visible valuables in a parked car can be a hazard in most of Europe. Parking at all, can be scarce south of Naples.

If mobility is an issue, consider skipping Pompeii and visit Oplontis and Stabiae instead. Both are fascinating sites that are much easier to negotiate than Pompeii and Herculaneum. I'm not sure the shuttle bus will still be running an a few weeks - it would be easier to hire a guide.

http://pompeiisites.org/en/oplontis/

http://pompeiisites.org/en/stabiae/

https://www.askostours.com/

Thanks so much everyone for your replies. I think we will try the ‘Pompeii for all’ routes (thanks for the map!) and see what we can ‘see’ that way 🤞