• Influenced by Greeks and Romans, the Bay of Naples provides Classics students with a great chance to enrich their studies. The preserved streets of Pompeii and the Greek temples of Paestum are an ideal chance to understand the reach and achievements of the Roman and Greek civilisations.

    Subject Focus:
    • KS 5: Study the architecture and remains of Roman Civilisation to see what can be reconstructed and understood from these buildings.
    • KS 5: Visit some of the inspirational places described in Roman literature and read the classic poetry and novels of the day.
    • KS 5: Appreciate the connection between Roman and Greek civilisations.

    Student Outcomes:
    • An opportunity to study Roman architecture and modern archaeological techniques first-hand.
    • See the places students are learning about in their studies.
    • Assess the societal and technological changes that took place throughout Roman history.
    • Evaluate the continuing influence of themes and ideas found in Roman history and society today.
    • Understand the reach and architectural achievement of Ancient Greek civilisation.
     

  • Capri Island

    The island of Capri is ideally positioned within the Gulf of Naples and is famed for its lemon groves, natural beauty and expensive boutique shops. Ferry trips regularly leave Naples and Sorrento harbours and offer students a great opportunity to observe the geography of the Amalfi Coast from a different perspective. Highlights on Capri include the cable car ride to the summit of the island, the blue grotto that can be reached by boat and the Villa San Michelle that has numerous relics and works of art on display within its gardens.  

  • Ischia Island

    The mainly mountainous geography of this island features thermal hot springs, volcanic mud and spas that appeal to the steady influx of visitors. There are numerous sites on the island and we recommend the Aragonese Castle, the Gardens of La Mortella and the Villa la Colombaia which are all open to the public and provide an image of Ischia's Roman past. 

  • Phlegraean Fields

    The 9 mile caldera of Solfatara volcano can be found 5 miles to the west of Naples next to the port town of Pozzuoli. Solfatara is a dormant volcano but it still emits jets of steam and sulphurous gas through various fumaroles around its crater floor. Dramatic uplift and subsidence within the caldera has occurred since Roman times with the most recent example being in the early 80's. 

  • Naples

    Located on the coast, between Mount Vesuvius and the Phlegraean Fields, Naples is one of the oldest cities in the world. Subterranean reservoirs, catacombs, geothermal spas, archeological sites and well preserved examples of Greco-Roman architecture provide school groups with an incredible range of study material. The city is also famed for its art and gastronomy too and is the birthplace of the iconic Italian pizza!  

  • Villa Oplontis

    See some of the best preserved Roman frescoes in the world, at Villa Poppaea Oplontis. Examining these beautiful examples of Roman design, your students will gain an insight into the drastic contrast between the lives of the rich and the slaves of Roman society.

  • Pompeii

    Victim of the volatile Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii spent almost 1700 years hidden beneath more than four metres of ash and pumice. An important example of Roman Imperial town design and architecture, our educational tours to Pompeii bring to life a fascinating site that your students read about in their textbooks.

  • Paestum

    Examine stunning examples of Greek architecture at Paestum. The temples, honouring gods from Ceres to Poseidon, offer the perfect place to investigate Greek civilisation, from architecture to religion – an ideal stop on your classical studies tour to the Bay of Naples.

  • Herculaneum

    The perfect place to bring your students to get to grips with Roman town planning, Herculaneum is one of the best-preserved sites you’ll find anywhere in the world. Explore this fascinating example of ancient architecture, to help your students gain a deeper understanding of Roman civilisation.

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