Explore Pompeii with an Archaeologist
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Ready to go back to the 79 AD?
This tour consists of a marvelous throw-back walk around the ancient city of Pompeii, the Roman city that was covered by vulcanic ashes in 79 AD.
A walk in Pompeii is a very intense experience: it will be like wandering through an ancient living city!
During the tour, the guide will explain the history of the city and how the Romans lived, showing you the most important public buildings and private homes.
Don't miss the chance to visit the most famous archaeological site, you will feel like you are wandering around a living ancient city!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travelers under 18 are advised to bring a passport or ID to qualify for free admission
Only dogs that do not exceed 10 kg in weight and a maximum height of 40 cm are permitted to enter; admitted animals must be on a leash and held in the arms inside the buildings and it is mandatory to collect their excrement;
What To Expect
Meet the guide at the main entrance of the archaeological site called "Porta Marina Superiore". The guide will be holding a sign with our company's name "Askos Tours" on the top.
Foro de Pompeya
The main square
Options
Italian Tour by night
duration: 1.5h
Portuguese Tour
English Tour by night
duration: 1.5h
French Tour
Italian Tour
German Tour
English Tour
Spanish Tour
Mt Vesuvius Combo
Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius tour: Combined Pompeii English tour and Mount Vesuvius excursion with roundtrip transportation from/to Pompeii What's also included : - Roundtrip transportation on a shared minivan (up to 14 people) - Mount Vesuvius entrance ticket - Guidance on Mt Vesuvius
What‘s Included
Small group (maximum 20 people per guide)
Headsets (for groups of 16 or more)
Dedicated guidance and assistance
Expert archaeologist as your guide
Pompeii admission fee
Transportation
Food and drinks
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
574 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic tour guide
saskiawW7049DJ,Jul 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are a group of friends from London who don't know Italy or its Roman history particularly well so we're so glad we took this tour. Our guide Rafaella was fantastic and was essential to us understanding what we were seeing in Pompeii. She led us around so many interesting sights including the forum, the food market, several villas, and made sure to recommend going on to see the amphitheatre and exhibition in the Palestra. This exhibition felt so much more accessible once we had gotten more context on the history of the site, and seeing the plaster cast bodies and the artefacts found alongside them was very profound. There was also a great cafe/restaurant with lots of options in the middle of the site, and water fountains all around. Truly an incredible experience, and we're so glad we had Rafaella to show us around!
Just okay…
Jesus F,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00It was just okay, there’s a lot that can be done to improve the experience, like providing umbrellas to cover from the sun. I mean I wouldn’t mind pay an extra fee for that.
City and museum tour with Marco
alessiod449,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Marco was an outstanding host: knowledgeable, willing to explain in a simple yet profound way, and friendly, which certainly does not hurt. We could have spent the rest of the day listening to the explanations. The place is wonderful, deserving of a career dedicated to it.
Pompeii Tour
mogooodiez,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a tour of Pompeii with Nicoletta, which was one of our favorite experiences during our two week trip to Italy! She was incredibly knowledgeable, and I could not have imagined seeing the grounds without a guide. Nicoletta was incredibly intelligent and an amazing storyteller, which made the experience really informative and enjoyable. I cannot recommend enough!
A special experience of Pompeii
Kat394,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ciro gave a fantastic private tour around Pompeii, showing us highlights of the site and tailoring it to our interests (graffiti and the recent digs). It gave so much more depth having explanations, personal stories and being able to ask endless questions! Would definitely recommend this over any other type of tour of the site.
It is worth it
Inmaculada F,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A very good experience. Pompeii is a wonder, but with the explanation from the archaeologist, it becomes much more enriching because you understand the city and put things into context. Everything was very well organized.
Wonderful Experience!
V8126QSemilyb,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We visited Pompeii as a class trip, and Felicia made the entire experience absolutely unforgettable! Her enthusiasm was contagious from the second the tour started. Her knowledge about the history of Pompeii kept our whole class engaged and excited. We learned so much more than we ever could have from a textbook. If you are visiting Pompeii, you have to request Felicia, she truly made the trip!
Experience
leonardobZ7944LX,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Beautiful tour with the guide Eduardo who accompanied us through the wonders of Pompeii. I would recommend accompanying visitors to the exit at the end of the tour, as it is really easy to get lost.
Difficult to find meeting...
Clara B,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Difficult to find meeting point. No clear signs but at last saw somebody with placate on his lap. Expected a bit more in depth archeological knowledge sharing. Pompeii in itself however amazing.
Pompeii review (Sergio)
Roam66032644700,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time exploring Pompeii! Sergio was our tour guide. Kept it very simple explaining all of the landmarks and Latin. The length was great and felt that I experience most of not all of Pompeii.
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