Travel back to the days of the Roman Empire on a 2-hour tour of Pompeii ,and see the ruins of the everyday town that was buried under molten ash by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. Explore the main sights of the western part of the ancient town.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Private group
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English, Italian, French, German, Russian, Japanese, Portuguese, Chinese
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
Highlights
- Discover the main highlights of the ruins of Pompeii
- Learn the story of how the city was buried under ash, and rediscovered in the 18th century
- Visit the Forum, Thermal Baths, and an old brothel
- See the plaster casts of humans and animals at the time of their death
- Get expert insights from an archaeologist guide
Full description
Explore the ruins of Pompeii on a 2-hour guided tour, and travel back to the days of the Roman Empire.
Meet your guide by the old Porta Marina Superiore for a tour of the western part of Pompeii, site of the most important public buildings, homes, and shops. Step into the shoes of the Roman citizens of Pompeii as you walk the same streets that they walked.
Learn how the town was buried under molten ash and lava by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. Your guide will bring the Roman Republic to life for an intense experience as you discover remarkably intact structures and learn how the Romans lived both in public and private.
Hear why UNESCO inscribed Pompeii and Herculaneum on the World Heritage Patrimony list for their "complete and vivid picture of society and daily life at a specific moment in the past that is without parallel anywhere in the world."
Discover highlights such as the Basilica (Court House), and Forum, center of political and social life during the Roman Empire. See the Lupanar (brothel), House of the Faun, Termopolium Capuano, and House of the Tragic Poet. Marvel at plaster casts of humans and animals at the moment of their death, and go to a bakery where you can still see the remains of the utensils, and even the food!
Includes
- Due to ongoing COVID-19 measures, you will be provided with disposable earphone for bigger groups
- Guide
- Skip-the-line admission fees
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Meeting point
Meet your guide by the Porta Marina Superiore, Pompeii
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Know before you go
- Please wear comfortable shoes, and bring your sunglasses, a hat, and bottled water in summer
