Learn About the Ancient City of Pompeii on a Comprehensive Pompeii Tour

Understand Pompeii clearly with expert storytelling, a well-paced route, and archaeologist-led small group options.

• Everything you get: Join a guided tour of Pompeii with pre-booked entry that lets you bypass ticket purchase queues and start exploring with your group. Walk through key areas of the archaeological park with an expert guide, with headsets included so you can hear clearly throughout.
• Why choose this: Make sense of Pompeii’s vast ruins with structured storytelling and historical context, so you don’t miss key sites or struggle to piece things together on your own.
• Upgrades: Choose a group of up to 30 for a budget-friendly tour, up to 20 with an archaeologist for deeper insights, or a semi-private group of up to 12 for more interaction.
• Upgrade to a Plus tour to extend your visit beyond the main ruins (Small Group to 20 pax)

Inclusions #

• Guided tour of Pompeii with skip-the-line entry

• Expert English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Chinese, or Japanese-speaking guide (as per option selected)

• Small group tour with an archeologist guide with up to 20 guests (as per option selected)

• Semi-private tour with an archeologist guide with up to 12 guests (as per option selected)

• Plus guided tour with small group of up to 20 guests (as per option selected)

• Headsets

Exclusions #

• Hotel transfers

• Meals

What to bring

• A valid ID or passport for tour entry.
• Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
• Comfortable walking shoes

What's not allowed

• Pets
• Drugs and weapons
• Large purses, bags, or backpacks
• Discourteous clothing or shirtless attire

Accessibility

• This experience is not the best fit for people with impaired mobility and cardiac issues.

Additional information

• Entry is free for all first Sundays of the month.
• To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour.
• Full names are mandatory for Pompeii bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry.

Inclusions #

• 3-hour guided tour of Pompeii with entry

• English-speaking archaeological guide

• Small group tour of Pompeii

• Entry to Villa dei Misteri

Exclusions #

• Transportation on meeting spot

• Food & drinks

Inclusions #

• 2-hour guided tour of Pompeii with skip-the-line access

• Expert English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French, or German-speaking archeological guide

What to bring

• Bring a valid photo ID for entry (mandatory for Pompeii bookings).
• Wear comfortable walking shoes, as both sites have uneven terrain.
• Bring water, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat, as both sites are mostly outdoors.
• The experience runs rain or shine, so consider a light raincoat or umbrella.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside either site.
  • Herculaneum has no luggage storage, while Pompeii has storage at the Superiore Entrance.
• Pets are not allowed, except certified service/guide dogs.
• Smoking, alcohol, and drugs are strictly prohibited on site.
• Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment may be restricted in some areas.

Accessibility

• Both sites have uneven surfaces and limited wheelchair access.
• Visitors with mobility challenges may find the experience difficult.
• At Herculaneum, some areas are accessible via ramps, though portions remain restricted.
• Accessible restrooms are available at both sites.

Additional information

Herculaneum

• Children must always be accompanied by an adult.
• The experience may vary due to restoration work or site restrictions.
• The site is open from 8:30am to 5pm from 15 October to 15 March (last entry 3:30pm), and from 8:30am to 7:30pm between 16 March and 14 October (last entry 6pm).
• Free entry is available on the first Sunday of each month and select national holidays, and reduced tickets are offered for eligible visitors with valid documentation.

Pompeii

• Full names must match ID for ticket validation. It's recommended to double-check at checkout.
• Tickets are free for visitors with disabilities and one companion (issued on-site).
• Children under 18 enter free with a valid ID.
• EU citizens aged 18–24 (and non-EU residents with Italian permits) receive reduced tickets.
• Free entry on the first Sunday of each month.

Inclusions #

• Skip-the-line entry to Pompeii

• Timed entry to Herculaneum

Exclusions #

• Transfers between sites

• Guide

Maximize your day with a guided Pompeii tour plus your choice of Vesuvius’ crater hike.

• Enjoy the convenience of organized transportation from Naples to Pompeii and back, ensuring a smooth and enriching exploration of these iconic sites.
• Join this day trip to Pompeii and explore the site under the guidance of a local expert.
• Listen to the riveting history of Pompeii as you walk through the Garden of Fugitives in the language you pick.
• Customize your tour—choose to visit Herculaneum’s remarkably preserved villas and mosaics or hike up Mount Vesuvius for breathtaking views.
• Avoid the crowds—each group is limited to a maximum of 20 people for a more comfortable experience.

Inclusions #

• Guided tour of Pompeii with entry

• Round-trip transfers from Naples

• English, Spanish, Italian, German, or Portuguese (as per option selected)

• Headsets for groups above 10

• Entry to Herculaneum (as per option selected)

• Entry to Vesuvius (as per option selected)

What to bring

• Valid ID

What's not allowed

• Pets

Accessibility

• This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with mobility impairments

Inclusions #

• Skip-the-line entrance tickets to Pompeii

• English speaking tour leader on board the AC coach

• Round-trip transfers from Rome to Pompeii

• Limoncello tasting and free time in Sorrento

• Guided tour of Pompeii in English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, or German (as per option selected)

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Meals and personal expenses

• Gratuities