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Pompeii Entry Tickets

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Audio guide

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Skip the ticket queues and explore Pompeii your way with flexible audio guide options.

4.2/5(17,320)

Noelia J

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Yesterday my husband and I took the tour of Pompeii, and it was a fantastic experience. We had originally booked it in English, but they very kindly switched it to Spanish at the last minute, which we really appreciated. Our guide made the tour very engaging, entertaining, and full of interesting information. Despite the intense heat in Pompeii, time flew by, and before we knew it, the two-hour tour was over.

Emma C

Group

Verified booking

4 days ago

We arrived at the meeting place, which was very easy to find. The tour was phenomenal—I loved every moment of discovering the fascinating history of this place, where you realize just how fragile human life is. Seeing the remains of a donkey during the tour was striking, but my favorite moment was at the antiquities shop when I saw the tied-up dog and the people of Pompeii, who still reveal so much about their lives even centuries after the event. I highly recommend it.

Linda F

Family

Verified booking

Last week

Disappointed with not receiving the audio guide to use while at Pompeii. Lots of mucking around at Pompeii trying to figure out where to get the audio guide. After contacting the support team and repeating myself over and over, I got disconnected as there was not good reception there. We left frustrated and did not enjoy our experience because of this. The ruins were amazing, but the experience was less than impressive. I don't recommend booking this!

Alberto C

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The experience was great. The ticket pickup location wasn't exactly where Google Maps directed us, but there were staff members there asking if we were with HeadOut, and they immediately gave us our printed tickets. After that, we just had to walk right through the entrance, skipping the lines. As for Pompeii, there’s nothing more to say—you have to see it for yourself. It’s incredible that it’s so well-preserved after all these years. We absolutely loved the visit.

Barbara T

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Buying tickets is easier than you think. Skip-the-line entry to Pompeii with a QR code. An unforgettable experience—you can see the hard work of the archaeologists and the care that went into restoring the structures and frescoes. The area with casts of human skeletons makes you forget yourself for a moment and reflect on the suffering of the thousands who died in Pompeii. I recommend it to everyone, regardless of age, gender, or nationality. I also recommend Headout’s services.

Xenia I

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

- A uniquely well-preserved ancient city - Fascinating insights into the daily life of the Romans - Impressive streets, villas, frescoes, and an amphitheater - A UNESCO World Heritage Site of great historical value - Very hot in the summer and often crowded - The site is huge—plan on spending at least 4–6 hours there - Some paths are uneven, so sturdy shoes are recommended

Explore Pompeii’s preserved streets, bathhouses, theaters, and villas at your own pace with flexible self-guided access.

Skip long ticket purchase queues with pre-booked entry and spend more time discovering the ancient Roman city.

See highlights like the Forum, amphitheater, ancient baths, and Garden of the Fugitives inside the main archaeological park.

Upgrade to Pompeii Plus to access suburban villas, the Antiquarium, and shuttle transfers between the extended sites.

Choose a multilingual audio guide or an archaeologist-led small-group tour for richer historical context and storytelling.

Pompeii Express ticket with skip-the-line entry

Pompeii Plus Ticket with entry to Villa of the Mysteries, Villa of Diomede, Villa Regina (Boscoreale), the Antiquarium with shuttle transfers between sites (as per option selected)

Digital audio guide in 5 languages: Italian, English, French, Spanish, and German (as per option selected)

Small group guided tour with an archaeologist guide with max 20 guests (as per option selected)

Hotel transfers

Meals

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Barbara T
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Buying tickets is easier than you think. Skip-the-line entry to Pompeii with a QR code. An unforgettable experience—you can see the hard work of the archaeologists and the care that went into restoring the structures and frescoes. The area with casts of human skeletons makes you forget yourself for a moment and reflect on the suffering of the thousands who died in Pompeii. I recommend it to everyone, regardless of age, gender, or nationality. I also recommend Headout’s services.
Xenia I
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
- A uniquely well-preserved ancient city - Fascinating insights into the daily life of the Romans - Impressive streets, villas, frescoes, and an amphitheater - A UNESCO World Heritage Site of great historical value - Very hot in the summer and often crowded - The site is huge—plan on spending at least 4–6 hours there - Some paths are uneven, so sturdy shoes are recommended
Samantha Y
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
We paid the for most expensive ticket and it was so worth it. Pompeii was an absolute incredible experience to walk the streets of an ancient city and to see the devastation that was left behind. I would 100% recommend everyone to go to Pompeii to walk the streets, and to go inside the museum section to see what was left behind.
Olivia W
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Pompeii is amazing, but it's massive and you'll need time. The archaelogist guide was fabulous and was able to answer whatever anything we put to her. 2 hours with her was not enough but it gave us a really good knowledge to roam around and see more for ourselves. Would highly recommend it!
Sára H
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Our guide with a ,,big situation'' (he knows:)) gave us all the interesting facts in a very humorous way. We loved every second of the tour and would highly recommend booking a visit with an archeologist. Ciao from the Czech Republic <3

Explore Pompeii your way with fast entry and flexible audio or guidebook support for clear, self-paced discovery.

Getting started

Arrive at the Pompeii Archaeological Park entrance at your selected time and present your ticket for validation. Carry a valid photo ID; full names on bookings must match your ID. Expect a standard security check before entry.

What to expect

Pompeii Archaeological Park

A UNESCO-listed Roman city frozen in time by Mount Vesuvius, known for its remarkably preserved streets, homes, and public spaces.

Features

Walk through the Forum, the heart of public life, once surrounded by temples and civic buildings.

Visit the amphitheater, one of the oldest surviving Roman arenas.

Explore ancient baths that reveal daily Roman routines and engineering.

See the Garden of the Fugitives, where plaster casts capture the final moments of residents.

Upgrades

Choose a digital or physical audio guide for detailed context as you explore.

Upgrade to Pompeii Plus for access to suburban villas and the Antiquarium with shuttle transfers.

Opt for a guided tour if you prefer a structured visit with expert insights and live interaction.

What to bring

Carry your earphones for an immersive audio guide experience. If you are given a physical audio guide, ensure you arrive prepared with wired earphones (3.5mm jack).

A moderate amount of walking is involved in this activity. Please wear comfortable shoes due to uneven terrain.

Full names are mandatory for Pompeii bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid Photo ID with you to gain entry.

What's not allowed

Strict dress code: No discourteous clothing or shirtless attire is allowed inside Pompeii Archaeological Park.

Big dogs (above the weight 10kg and the height of 40cm) are not allowed into the venue. Guide dogs with the proper certification are welcome.

Accessibility

Pompeii has uneven ground and limited wheelchair access. Use the south-side entrances instead of the main one.

Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for people with impaired mobility and cardiac issues.

Tickets to the ruins are free of charge for disabled people and a companion, to be purchased directly on-site.

Additional information

Facilities: cloakroom, luggage storage. Head to the Superiore Entrance to make use of the onsite luggage facilities.

The fee for the excavation sites of Pompeii is free for all first Sundays of the month.

Children under 18 enjoy free entry with a valid ID.

If you’re an EU citizen aged 18-24, you can avail the ticket at €2.

The same discount applies if you’re a non-EU citizen with a valid Italian residence permit (for study, work, family reasons, etc., as recognized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs).

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.