Complete Pompeii Experience: Skip the Line Tour & Archaeologist Guide
3 hours
Max 15
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- Take a guided stroll through the magnificently preserved streets and structures of Pompeii with an expert archaeologist as your guide.
- Skip the line into the ancient site with pre-reserved tickets, giving you more time to explore and less time waiting to get in.
- See the locations that provide an authentic glimpse of life in Pompeii: the Roman Forum, a theater, ancient “fast food” restaurants, a bakery, and so much more.
- Step into the breathtaking House of the Vettii, a sprawling Roman home that serves as a fascinating example of the aesthetics of the time.
- Explore in a small group of just 15 guests maximum for a more relaxing experience—and for unparalleled access to your guide.
- Sites Visited
- Plaster death casts
- Porta Marina
- The Roman Forum
- Roman Baths
- Roman Houses
- Pompeii's Main Street
- Ancient shops
- Brothel
- Ancient theater
- House of the Vettii
- Tour Includes
- Skip the Line Pompeii tickets
- Official Pompeii tour guide
- Small groups of max 15 people
- Headsets
Travel back in time with a Pompeii archaeologist and see more of the Buried City than on any other guided tour.
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Total Customer Reviews: 1443
Verified Ratings
4.8 /5
based on 1413 Walks’ customer ratings
Rating summary by category
Latest reviews
Excellent
Love this tour and learned a lot. Paolo was an informative and entertaining guide!
Verified · James · Oct 15, 2024 · USA · Male · 45 to 54 years
Excellent
The tour guide was excellent....she provided a lot of historical information without overwhelming us. Her English was flawless and it was clear she had a command of the history as well.
Verified · Laura · Oct 14, 2024 · USA · Female · 65 to 74 years
Excellent
We enjoyed a wonderful evening with an energetic and fun tour guide, Chiara T. We met a fun group of people and enjoyed delicious food and wine at our many stops. It was a great way to get a feel for Travestere’s neighborhoods.
Verified · Mark · Oct 14, 2024 · USA · Female · 65 to 74 years
Excellent
A fantastic tour with a very knowledgeable guide. Would highly recommend.
Verified · Alastair · Oct 14, 2024 · United Kingdom · Male · 65 to 74 years
Excellent
We absolutely loved our Pompeii tour!
Verified · Matthew · Oct 13, 2024 · USA · Female · 25 to 34 years
FAQs
What if the weather is bad (rain, snow, hail, etc.) on the day of my tour?
Our tours run rain or shine so please dress for the elements. We also ask you to please remember hats and sunscreen if you are taking this tour in the summer as it might be very hot.
Is Pompeii accessible to people in wheelchairs?
The streets of Pompeii have never been repaved or smoothed over so much of the city is nearly impossible to navigate for those with mobility impairments. If you use a wheelchair there is a special route for you, so please contact our customer service department for details.
Can I bring a bag into Pompeii with me?
Only small bags are allowed into Pompeii. Larger bags or backpacks will have to be left in the luggage lockers in the train station. Tripods are also not allowed.
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