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Seafood is the keynote here, in particular giant prawns (gamberone ). Dining al fresco under the lemon and orange trees is a treat.

Enjoy a simple meal and the chilled red wine, made on the premises.

This modest trattoria serves pasta, risotto and grilled fish.

This port town has been known since ancient times for its thermal springs – the many different waters are each thought to be therapeutic in specific ways. As with its neighbours, its beauty has been compromised by poverty and developers in recent decades, but it is not without charm, particularly along the central promenade. Nearby, the ruins of aristocratic villas, Arianna and San Marco, offer glimpses into wealthy lifestyles of 2,000 years ago (see Herculaneum, Oplontis & Stabiae).

This elegant hotel has a large dining room offering set meals, as well as à la carte selections.

This town, largely a resort in ancient times located right on the sea, was also buried alive by by mud and lava from Vesuvius. The resulting preservation is, if anything, even better, bringing down to us wooden structures and other more perishable materials. However the excavations began in the 18th century when the science of archaeology had yet to be developed, so diggers were not very careful, being mostly on a royal treasure hunt for statuary, mosaics and fresco paintings (see Herculaneum, Oplontis & Stabiae).

The elegant decor is graced with reproductions of Pompeian art, and the cuisine, too, takes its inspiration from ancient sources. Classical writers and the remains of the city have both provided recipes, which have been adapted to modern tastes. The food has earned the proprietors a Michelin star.

Located inside the archaeological site, near the Forum Baths, this place offers bar service, a self-service cafeteria and a restaurant, with seating under the colonnade. The food is not bad, but the biggest plus is a break from the intensive sightseeing.

A beautifully decorated restaurant which serves traditional cuisine with creative flair.

Located immediately outside the excavations, this restaurant is open only for lunch. Try the salt cod (baccalà ).