Landmarks

Pompeii Entry Tickets

Name: Pompeii Entry Tickets
Start: 2026-09-18T15:00:00
End: 2026-09-18T17:00:00
Location: Naples

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

4.2/5(17,866)

Katarina B

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

Absolutely worth it, especially in high season! We visited Pompeii in the middle of August, and there was an absolutely incredible queue at the entrance. Luckily, we had bought our tickets online through Headout, so we simply showed our tickets at the entrance and walked straight in without having to wait in the long line. It saved us so much time and stress, especially in the summer heat. The whole process was easy and convenient, and the tickets worked perfectly. I would definitely recommend using Headout when visiting popular attractions during peak season!

Peter M

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

We were mislead by our cruise company , the excursion Pompeii on your own was anly a bus ride. This mean we had to get tickets on arrival. We booked them online whilst at the site, the purchase was straightfoward and the instructions clear. When we were not sure where to go, this was explained through text message and picking up the tickets was easy. The advice given regarding where to enter was super saving us lots of time waiting unnecessarily. What was potential disaster was avoided and time in the site was maximised.

Danny L

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The tour was amazing. Well organized from meeting point all the way through to the end. Our guide Grace was absolute amazing. The information and knowledge of the different sites was amazing. The explanations and stories of each site was fascinating. We really enjoyed our tour and we would highly recommend it. This is the best way to see the main sites in Pompei with a great tour guide. Shout out to our amazing guide Grace.

Marlon L

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

You really have to see Pompeii if you are in the area; its scale is incomprehensible. In my fantasy, I had expected more of those petrified people, but the times they were on display, it was very impressive. The only thing I found very disappointing is that we only found out once we were in the park that the villa costs extra to visit.

Eleonora P

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

We arrived in Pompeii expecting to find the usual ruins of many archaeological sites, meaning building remnants that are almost all less than a meter high and certainly not containing rooms you can actually enter. Pompeii is truly unique and, for particularly creative minds, it catapults you right into that ancient world. Truly amazing!

Stavros M

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

It was beautiful! Bernadete "Berny" our guide was a delight! She made the tour fun and kept it light giving us all the information about Pompeii without pumping us full of useless info that wouldn't stick... The meeting point and ticket process was hassle free and we went through the check in no time. Great 2 hours well spent!

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, available via app; smartphone required (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
Rivollier G
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
Easy admission, 3 entrances, very large, very interesting and moving. Audio guides in French. Watch out for cell service, as you can sometimes lose GPS signal. An absolute must-see.
Paumier M
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
Easy navigation on the website. However, there was a lack of information and guidance when getting off the train, as well as when leaving the site to get back to the station...
Eleni M
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
Such an excellent experience! We did it ourselves just with a map It is really worth to be there and get the ticket to the Villas also
Joanna R
Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
Hassle-free entry into Pompeii. Clear information in the app. Valuable tip about downloading the guide beforehand.
Domenico B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
I visited the Archaeological Park of Pompeii, and I have to say it was an indescribable experience. I didn’t expect such a vast and well-preserved city; it really feels like stepping back in time 2,000 years. Walking through the original streets, entering the houses, the baths, and the Forum is something that leaves you speechless. You can sense the daily life of the Romans in every detail, from the frescoes and mosaics to the inscriptions on the walls. The site is enormous, so I recommend wearing comfortable shoes and setting aside at least 4–5 hours. I found everything very well organized, with clear maps and extremely kind and helpful staff. The most moving moment was seeing the casts of the victims and the Amphitheater. It’s an experience I recommend to everyone—Italians and foreigners alike—at least once in a lifetime. A heritage site unlike any other in the world. I’ll definitely be back to see the newly reopened domus!

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).

Smartphone required to access the digital audio guide via the app

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.