Complete Pompeii Skip the Line Tour with Archaeologist Guide

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

Skip the lines to enter Pompeii on an in-depth three-hour tour. Covering more ground than on other guided tours, your archaeologist guide will take you through the ancient city that was decimated by the explosion of Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago. Follow them through the UNESCO World Heritage site to see the amazing ruins of ancient shops, temples, homes (including the incredible House of the Vettii) and more. Wrap up with a walk along the city walls for sweeping views of Naples and Capri. Your small-group tour is limited to 15 people in order to ensure a more personal experience.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair/stroller accessible. Those with wheelchairs/strollers should contact us so we can arrange your visit.

Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations; please refer to the government website in the country of your tour for the most up-to-date information.

If you book the Private Tour: The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and match the names on their ID/passport. Name changes are not permitted.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Headsets when needed

Small groups of 15 people or fewer

Official Pompeii tour guide

Pre-reserved entrance tickets to Pompeii

Expert English-speaking guide

Gratuities

Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

What To Expect

Pompeii Archaeological Park

Explore more of Pompeii than you would on any other guided tour, with a trained archaeologist to provide stories and context that will help you make the most of your visit. Upon meeting up with your guide and small group, you’ll skip the long lines to enter the ruins. Hear fascinating stories about life in the Roman Republic and see how ordinary people lived nearly 2,000 years ago. See the remains of a bakery where the food is still almost intact, the Temple of Apollo and the Roman Forum, an ancient supermarket, a cemetery, and even a brothel (if age appropriate). Marvel at the heart-wrenching plaster casts of those caught in the eruption at the exact moment of their death. You’ll also explore the House of the Vettii, a fascinating private home that recently reopened to the public following restoration. End with a stroll along the old city walls for panoramic views.

3 hours • Admission Included

Guided tour & Photo stop

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Private - Best of Pompeii

Take the stress out of deciphering Pompeii on a private guided tour with a trained archaeologist.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Small Group in English

Small Group Tour

Reviews

4.69

377 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

331

Great informative tour
Sd92104guy,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I would highly recommend this tour. Our guide Anna was extremely personable and knowledgeable. She knew very well how to navigate through the crowds while still giving us great insight into the lives of the people that used to live there. Wear comfortable shoes as the streets are bumpy and bring some water. The headsets really help to hear her when around a lot of other people.
Wonderful tour!
vince v,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Such a great tour. Our guide was a former archaeologist at Pompeii and has given tours for over 20 years. And such a delightful personality. I don’t know how anyone does Pompeii without a tour - would be so overwhelming! Highly recommend!
Ilaria T. is the best guide
404elissas,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Iaria T. was our fabulous guide for 2.5 wonderful hours. She brought Pompeii alive for us with her enthusiasm and depth of knowledge. The walk was the right pace, only 12 people in our group, with the appriate level of archaeological detail, all with a friendly approach. Highly recommended walking tour, and a bonus if ypu get Ilaria as uour guide.
Best tour ever
Richard W,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This tour was fantastic I would do it all over again it was the favorite part of touring the sites of Italy. The tour guide Enzo had passion for his job. I would love to do the tour of Herculaneum with him should we ever return to Italy.
Interesting and informative tour.
ilisek2022,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour of Pompeii was great! Our tour guide, Ilaria, was an archaeologist who had previously dug in Pompeii, so she was very knowledgeable and was able to answer our many questions. She stopped for a few photo ops when appropriate and was happy to take photos when asked. This was one of our favorite tours of our trip. My only complaint is the the earpiece used to be able to hear the guide kept falling off of my ear, making me constantly hold onto it. Otherwise, Ilaria was great and we highly recommend this tour.
Pompeii was amazing. We...
Yvonne C,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Pompeii was amazing. We had a wonderful tour guide, Francesco who was funny and so knowledgeable about Pompeii. He answered all questions with a lot of humor and patience. I would highly recommend this tour.
Best way to tour Pompeii!
Lindsay B,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This is the best way to see Pompeii. Our guide was excellent. We got about 3 hours worth of a tour, with our guide recommending places for us to continue afterwards. She was very knowledgeable and helpful. I definitely recommend taking this tour.
Excellent tour.
henrypD7889RK,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent tour. Well worth the cost. Eliana was an excellent, knowledgeable guide. We got to see and understand so much about the history and ruins of Pompeii. Highly recommended.
Amazing tour guide and...
Donna V,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Amazing tour guide and very knowledgeable. Tour guide answered all questions and took time to bring us to all relevant areas.
Our tour was led by a...
Tina P,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our tour was led by a very knowledgeable guide. We had a great time; our guide answered everyone's questions thoroughly, she imparted good information and made sure everyone had time to absorb the beautiful surroundings.