Some 3km north of Pompeii, the archeaological site of Boscoreale consists of a rustic country villa dating back to the 1st century BC, and a fascinating antiquarium showcasing artefacts from Pompeii, Herculaneum and the surrounding region. Among the more unusual items on display are shreds of Roman fabric, eggshells from Pompeii, and a carbonised loaf of bread. A 2km walk from Pompeii-Scavi-Villa dei Misteri Circumvesuviana station, the site was closed for restoration on our last visit.
Contact the Pompeii tourist office for updates on its re-opening, scheduled for 2016.
