Guided Tours

Pompeii Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with an Archaeologist

Pompeii ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background, showcasing ancient Roman architecture.

Group of tourists exploring ancient ruins on Pompeii Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with Vesuvius in the background

Tour guide leading tourists through the ancient Samnite House in Pompeii, Italy.

Tourists with guide exploring ancient ruins of Pompeii, Italy.

Duration

2 hrs - 3 hrs

Guided tour

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With skip-the-line entry, explore key excavations of Pompeii, including the ancient amphitheater, accompanied by an archaeologist guide.

Discover the Pompeii Archaeological Park with an expert archaeologist guide, with a skip-the-line entry ticket.

Walk through the ancient streets of Pompeii, and marvel at Mount Vesuvius while your guide recounts the dramatic history of this city.

Stroll along Via dell’Abbondanza to Teatro Grande, uncovering ancient artworks and Roman graffiti at Casa del Menandro along the way.

Marvel at the frescoes depicting the Nucerians-Pompeiians battle, and opt for an English, Spanish, Italian, French, or German-speaking guide, as per your comfort.

Fun fact: Pompeii's Amphitheater could hold up to 20,000 spectators, showcasing the scale of entertainment in ancient Rome.

2-hour guided tour of Pompeii

Skip-the-line entry

English, Spanish, Italian, German, and French-speaking archaeologist guide (as per option selected)

Entry to Villa dei Misteri (optional)

Small group (optional)

Earphones for small groups (optional)

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Frank
Apr, 2025Verified booking
5/5
The tour guide Rosa gave a very good tour and told the history of Pompei in a very exciting and varied way. Absolutely recommendable.
Tracy
Apr, 2025Verified booking
5/5
The guide was so passionate about her role. She shared great stories, history and really made things come to life. It was the right amount of time for a first visit. We definitely want to come back.
Nowacki
Apr, 2025Verified booking
5/5
La guide Antonietta a été très agréable à écouter. Son sourire et ses explications ont contribué à nous faire passer un excellent moment pendant 2h. Elle nous a également donné les clefs importantes pour continuer la visite tous seuls. Quant au site, il est juste EXCEPTIONNEL !!! Très satisfaits de notre expérience.
Steven
Apr, 2025Verified booking
4/5
The meeting point for our guided tour was a bit chaotic, but once the tour started, our guide was fantastic. The site was extremely busy.
Elizabeth
Apr, 2025Verified booking
5/5
We did not get good WIFI service and realized they changed the time, but still honored our reservation. Our tour guide was very informative and understanding when we had to leave early due to our scheduled driver. Pompeii was alot bigger than we thought. Great tour

Through an archaeologist's lens

Take a 2-hour guided walk through Pompeii, an archaeological marvel, offering insights into daily life during the Roman Empire. Breeze past the queue with the skip-the-line ticket, and begin your expedition with an archaeologist guide through ancient streets and the bustling Forum, a central public space serving as the heart of civic, commercial, and social activities.

Learn about the city's history, including the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. This volcanic eruption buried the city under a thick layer of ash and pumice, preserving it remarkably well for centuries. Discover hidden secrets of attractions like the Basilica, the Thermopolium of Asellina, and the Stabian Baths, considered to be the oldest public baths in the city, constructed during the 2nd century BC.

Walk through Pompeii’s highlights

Stroll down the Via dell’Abbondanza to reach the Teatro Grande, Pompeii's foremost theatre, primarily hosting theatrical performances, musical events, and various public spectacles. Throughout the exploration, you'll have the opportunity to appreciate ancient Roman artworks. Have the opportunity to step into the culinary world of ancient Pompeii as you explore the Thermopilia, ancient Roman "fast-food" establishments that once served as communal gathering spaces for locals.

Get to see the erotic frescoes woven into the walls of Pompeii's ruins where your guide will provide a nuanced perspective on the sensual aspects of Pompeii's culture.

Visit Foro, a hub of ancient political activities where you can get a sense of political chatters that once existed in these ruins. End the tour at the 'Calchi dei Corpi,' plaster casts that preserve the final moments of victims during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.

What to bring

Bring along comfortable shoes since this is a walking tour.

It is recommended to bring along sunscreen in summer.

What's not allowed

Due to venue restrictions, only small dogs on a leash can be brought inside the park. Guide dogs with a certificate are permitted.

Strict dress code: Modest clothing is recommended.

Keep in mind sharp metallic tools or objects are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.

Additional information

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

Guides will adapt the route to accommodate opening/closing restrictions or restoration work, so the specific tour sites may vary.

Facilities: Cloakroom

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

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

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.