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Discover Pompeii, a fascinating monument to ancient Roman culture and a UNESCO-listed archeological site. Visiting the city feels like stepping back 2,000 years, with streets, temples, and theaters remarkably preserved by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD. Pompeii is vast (44 hectares) and filled with secrets, so we recommend a guided tour to highlight the main sites and explain their significance.
Choose from our various tours to fit your schedule. Our expert archeologist guides offer insights into Pompeii’s architecture and its importance in understanding Roman culture and the way of life. Our tour groups are kept small to ensure you have the best possible experience. We offer a Guided Walking Tour, a Pompeii and Vesuvius National Park Tour, or a full-day tour from several cities. Our tours last 2 to 4 hours, with day trip options lasting up to 10 hours available from multiple cities, including Rome, Sorrento, Positano, and Naples – book in advance to skip the lines and fully enjoy your Pompeii adventure.
Pompeii Tours – Prices & Overview
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Pompeii Guided TourJoin our most popular Pompeii tour & explore ancient ruins. |
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Herculaneum TourExplore Herculaneum with an expert guide and skip-the-line access. |
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Pompeii & Vesuvius TourUncover the ancient history of Pompeii & Vesuvius with skip-the-line access & an expert guide. |
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Day Trip from NaplesTake a trip from Naples to see the famous ruins of Pompeii. |
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Day Trip from SorrentoDiscover the archeological site of Pompeii on a guided tour from Sorrento. |
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Day Trip from PositanoSkip the line at Pompeii with an archeologist guide on our tour from Positano. |
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Day Trip from AmalfiJoin us from Amalfi & uncover the excavations of Pompeii. |
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Day Trip from RomeJoin us on a full-day trip from Rome to see the famous ruins of Pompeii. |
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The best Pompeii Guided Tour
We had an incredible time in Pompeii, thanks to our guide, Marco. He was always ready to answer our questions and even shared his thoughts on the tragic eruption. Honestly, a guided tour is a must! We wouldn’t have understood the rich history or explored the main sites as carefully without him. It was an unforgettable experience!
Easy booking & worth the money
I wanted to visit Pompeii for many many years and I was not disappointed. Booking online was easy and quick, no problem at all. We had a great guide who made Pompeii really interesting. I’m pleased we did this - we got much more out of it than if we had explored by ourselves. This tour is totally worth the money.
Convenient pickup & great day!
We took a tour from Naples and had a great day. Pompeii leaves you breathless; it is truly unique. The visit to the excavations was even more interesting thanks to our guide, Alex - nice, competent, and passionate. The organization of transport from Naples and back was also excellent. We were picked up and dropped off near the house where we were staying. Advised!!!
PRO TIP
As you walk the ruins, look down at the stones beneath your feet. Ancient Rome had no streetlights, but navigating the dark streets of Pompeii was slightly easier thanks to a clever byproduct of Roman engineering. Between the massive paving stone joints, you will see small pieces of white marble and travertine. While used as a simple filler, these white stones would catch the moonlight and lantern glow. They functioned just like modern “cat’s eyes” to keep pedestrians from tripping.
Which Pompeii Tour is the best for me?
If you want to take a guided tour directly at Pompeii or Herculaneum?
Pompeii’s buried secrets
Pompeii Guided Tour
Explore the city of Pompeii with our popular guided tour. Discover the history of this archeological site, preserved under layers of volcanic ash for over 2,000 years. Enjoy Skip-the-line access, visit all the key sites, and learn about the tragic end of this once-thriving ancient Roman town.
Ancient Roman ruins
Herculaneum Tour
Uncover the secrets of Herculaneum, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned as one of the best-preserved ancient cities. Learn how the eruption of Mount Vesuvius sealed its fate. Walk in a small or private group through the ancient streets with a local archaeologist guide and get a deeper understanding of life before the devastating eruption.
If you want to tour Pompeii ruins from Naples and Sorrento
Frozen in time
Day Trip from Naples
Join us on a day trip to Pompeii from Naples and explore the ancient Roman city destroyed in a volcanic eruption. See its Forum, temples, and plaster casts of the people who died in the natural disaster. Select a live or audio guide to learn about its history. You will skip the line at the entrance, and we will drive you to and from Pompeii!
Tragic ancient city
Day Trip from Sorrento
Join an expert guide and enjoy countryside views on your ride to Pompeii from Sorrento. Walk through ancient ruins preserved by volcanic ash from Mount Vesuvius. Learn about life in Roman times as your guide shows you the market, forum, and lavish villas.
If you want to travel to Pompeii from Positano or Amalfi
Pompeii’s buried secrets
Day Trip from Positano
Explore Pompeii on a guided day trip from Positano. Enjoy priority access and follow your archeologist guide through the ruins, visiting key sites and learning their history. Hear fascinating stories about the lives and tragic ends of Pompeii's inhabitants.
Timeless historical ruins
Day Trip from Amalfi
An expert guide will accompany you from Amalfi to Pompeii to uncover the tragic fate of its people. Enjoy a pick-up and drop-off transfer, a scenic coastal journey, and explore Pompeii's preserved streets. Learn how the eruption of Vesuvius froze the ancient Roman city in time.
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Pompeii & Vesuvius Tour
Discover Pompeii: The Lost City Preserved by Vesuvius
Take a day trip to explore both Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius at Vesuvius National Park. Enjoy comfortable transportation and skip-the-line entry to Pompeii, where you can tour its well-preserved ruins, artworks, and frescoes. Learn about the daily life of the ancient civilization buried under volcanic ash for over 2,000 years and see the plaster casts of the unfortunate residents. Then, visit Mount Vesuvius and look into the volcanic crater. Enjoy stunning views of Pompeii, Herculaneum, and the Bay of Naples from Vesuvius. Experience the peaceful landscape that once buried these ancient cities under ash in 79 AD.
Day Trip from Rome
Take a break from the city & explore the ruins of Pompeii
Escape the capital and journey back to 79 AD with a guided tour of Pompeii. Enjoy the convenient pick-up and drop-off transfer and travel comfortably through the scenic Italian countryside with Mediterranean and Mount Vesuvius views. Spend the afternoon exploring this ancient city, preserved in time by layers of volcanic ash. Witness the final moments of its inhabitants and explore their daily lives. Discover how Pompeii inhabitants lived, decorated their homes, and even learn how they managed their water systems. You’ll also see plaster casts of the victims, whose last moments were preserved by the volcanic ash. The guide will take you to famous sites such as the amphitheater, thermal baths, Forum, and a well-known brothel. Learn about Pompeii’s significance as a resort for prominent ancient Romans and why the ancient Greeks settled there in the 8th century BC.
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Take the long walk to the Amphitheater and notice what’s missing – the underground trapdoors. Unlike the famous Colosseum in Rome, Pompeii’s arena is the oldest surviving stone amphitheater in the world (built around 70 BCE). Because it is an early prototype, the Romans hadn’t yet invented the complex underground mazes, elevators, and animal cages you see in later arenas. All the gladiators and wild animals simply walked out from the tunnels at ground level.
Want to explore Pompeii at your own pace?
Eternal Roman ruins
Pompeii Ticket
Book a Pompeii skip-the-line ticket to avoid the crowds and explore the ancient Roman city destroyed by a volcanic eruption. Discover ruined temples, theaters, and villas. You’ll also be able to see the plaster casts of the dead as you walk through this famous city frozen in time.
City frozen in time
Herculaneum Ticket
Get priority access and visit the ruins of Herculaneum, a once-thriving town destroyed by Mount Vesuvius. Explore its perfectly preserved ruins and 300 skeletons of its inhabitants, and learn about its history and culture with a multilingual audio guide.
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