House of Sallust

The House of Sallust is a Roman villa in Pompeii with an atrium surrounded by multiple rooms, including a garden, kitchen, dining area, and bedrooms arranged in Roman style. The structure also contains commercial spaces with four shops, a tavern, and a bakery equipped with millstones and an oven.

The villa dates to the 3rd century BC and combines residential rooms with commercial functions within a single structure. This blend of private and public space was typical of wealthy Roman households in trading cities.

The interior walls display first-style frescoes and decorated floors with mosaics that reflect the artistic preferences of the wealthy residents. These painted surfaces and floor decorations show how affluent Romans chose to embellish their living spaces.

The location near Porta Ercolano made this place a practical stopping point for travelers visiting Pompeii. Visitors should expect tightly arranged rooms and wear sturdy shoes to explore the various spaces comfortably.

Heavy bombing in 1943 during World War II damaged the southeastern section significantly, but this area was later reconstructed with care. The restoration work reveals how archaeologists attempted to preserve the original layout and restore the destroyed elements.

Location: Pompei

Part of: Pompeii Regio VI Insula 2, Pompeii

Address: Scavi archeologici di Pompei - Regio VI - Insula 2 - 4

Website: http://pompeiisites.org/Sezione.jsp?titolo=Casa+di+Sallustio+(VI+2%2C4)&idSezione=81

GPS coordinates: 40.75119,14.48258

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:50