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Thermopolium of Vetutius Placidus
Thermopolium of Vetutius Placidus gives a focused view of ancient Pompeii. A street-facing masonry counter with inset jars preserves the form of a Roman food-and-drink outlet. View it from the street and avoid assuming that every vessel held hot prepared.
Why go
A street-facing masonry counter with inset jars preserves the form of a Roman food-and-drink outlet. Painted household gods above the counter connect everyday commerce with domestic religion. For planning, view it from the street and avoid assuming that every vessel held hot prepared food.
What to look for
A street-facing masonry counter with inset jars preserves the form of a Roman food-and-drink outlet.
Painted household gods above the counter connect everyday commerce with domestic religion.
Useful to know
View it from the street and avoid assuming that every vessel held hot prepared food.
Your next visit
Estimated · Declared scenario and planning estimates; no live opening, weather, queue or booking service.
Outdoor visit · 15–35 min
World planning estimate; admission, opening, visit duration and access need checking.
