Vesuvius Observatory, Naples

Name: Vesuvius Observatory
Address: Naples, Italy
Telephone: +39 0817 777 149

#311 among attractions in Naples

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The Vesuvius Observatory is the surveillance centre for monitoring the three volcanic areas of Campania, Italy: Mount Vesuvius, the Phlegrean Fields and Ischia. Founded in 1841 on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius by Ferdinand II of Bourbon, King of the Two Sicilies, it is the oldest volcanology institute in the world. Its current operative center is based in Naples, hosting an important section of the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology. ()

Local name: Osservatorio Vesuviano Coordinates: 40°49'11"N, 14°10'57"E

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Municipalità 10 (Fuorigrotta)Naples Italy

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+39 0817 777 149

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Vesuvius Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, Zoo di Napoli, Fountain of the Esedra, Edenlandia.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Vesuvius Observatory?

Nearby attractions include Edenlandia, Naples (4 min walk), Zoo di Napoli, Naples (9 min walk), Fountain of the Esedra, Naples (16 min walk), Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, Naples (21 min walk).

How to get to Vesuvius Observatory by public transport?

The nearest stations to Vesuvius Observatory:

Bus

Diocleziano • Lines: C1 (2 min walk)
Kennedy - Edenlandia • Lines: M1B (2 min walk)

Train

Zoo-Edenlandia (2 min walk)
Cavalleggeri Aosta (7 min walk)

Metro

Mostra • Lines: 6 (18 min walk)
Augusto • Lines: 6 (25 min walk)