Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Pompeii archaeological ruins are famous worldwide for being a unique example of a two thousand years old city frozen in times and the first ever documented natural catastrophe in history. This city was covered by the ashes of a sudden eruption in 79 a. c. and it remained untouched up to the XVIII century when little by little it was brought to light. Monuments as the Forum, the Amphitheatre, the private houses and all the other findings show us not only the physical places where the life took place, but allow also interdisciplinary investigations which satisfy any curiosity about the habits of what was an incredibly modern society. A tour in Pompeii varies according to your needs and interests. A possible tour can be: walk into the oldest public area, with the Large Theater, the cryptoportico, the Odeion, the triangular Forum, then to the Stabian Bath, the Brothel, a termopolium, (a snack bar), the Large Forum, and not to miss a beautiful Domus, a wealthy house.
Additional Info
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code is smart casual
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
What To Expect
Archaeological Park of Pompeii
Pompeii archaeological ruins are famous worldwide for being a unique example of a two thousand years old city, frozen in time. And the first ever documented natural catastrophe in history. This city was covered by ashes during an unexpected eruption, on the 24th October 79 AD and it remained underneath, till the XVIII century, when little by little it was brought to light. Monuments as the Forum, the Amphitheatre, the private houses and all the other findings show us, not only the physical places where life took place, but also satisfy any curiosity about the habits of what was an incredibly modern society, 'till telling us private people's stories.
Options
Exclusive private Pompeii tour
Walking tour of Pompeii with skip the line tickets
What‘s Included
Private tour
Professional guide
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
29 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Professionalism and competence
Inviporito,Apr 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent organization, professional and helpful guide. My 12-year-old son was also involved and appreciated it very much. To repeat, highly recommended!
Great tour
Steven B,Jul 10, 2023
- Review from Viator
4.00Excellent knowledge of the area and the background. Guide was patient and knew to hit the highlights even though we only had a short time together.
It was ok
jaclynschuler,Jun 26, 2023
- Review from Viator
3.00The guide was helpful and knowledgeable but seemed distracted by her phone and phone calls. She didn't seem prepared - asking us as we were starting what we wanted to see. That seems like a question to ask well in advance of the moment the tour starts so thought could be applied as this is a place 3/4 of us have never been. Mainly, it was nice to have a private tour without the hassle of a group.
5-star guided tour
D7038VJmargheritam,Apr 25, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guided tour with Angela from 5 stars! With professionalism, kindness and passion he accompanied us to discover the excavations providing detailed explanations but also curious and interesting stories and tales! A nice 2-hour tour, complete and exhaustive! Really nice experience, highly recommended!
Two hours with an amazing guide
Daniela F,Apr 23, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed a private tour in the bridge on April 25. We were two families. We had a very experienced guide, Angela Laghetto, and super helpful who never spared herself. In two hours he guided us to the most significant places of the site managing to avoid the flow of tourists. Only regret not having had her with us for a greater number of hours!
Perfect guided tour!
783yasminad,Apr 18, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We stopped by this agency for a visit to Pompeii an apm. We took the opportunity to take the private family tour with our two children aged 7 and 10. Very good contact on the phone and very professional organization. We had heard of Ciro for the French tour (avi TripAdvisor) and he was available that day. We had a great time and a great visit. Ciro was very patient (plenty of questions from me 😉), very nice, full of anecdotes, the children also very much liked the visit of this superb site. Thank you Ciro, it was perfect and we will remember this beautiful visit of Pompeii!
Pompeii walking tour BAD
sofiamora05,Mar 5, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00We went down from the Circumvesuviana station where we found a guide telling us to go upstairs for the free map. Upstairs we were informed that the guide was at the entrance but that they had to buy a ticket. Then they made us wait on a terrace for half an hour and then led us to another place to get the radios. All while insulting the tourists by saying they understood nothing. Don't stop there, go further.
Absolutely fantastic walking tour of Pompeii
D0ve74,Aug 11, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide for Pompeii was Carmine and he was excellent. He was very knowledgeable and engaging and answered all of our questions. Our teenage kids were fascinated with the facts they learnt. I would 100% recommend this guided tour!
Highest recommendation possible for tour guide Romolo!
K7596YNrobins,Jul 8, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Pompeii with Romolo! He was incredibly knowledgable and engaging. Very friendly and offered to take family pictures at perfect spots. Really brought the ruins to life and gave us a vivd sense of what a thriving city this was.
Just a perfect tour in Pompeii.
JotaErres,Jun 27, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was Fulvio, a skilled guide, very good knowledge of Pompeii, friendly, entertaining and 100% recommended. In perfect Spanish, I add.
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