Guided Tours

Pompeii & Villa of Mysteries Small Group Guided Tour

Discover Pompeii alongside an archaeologist guide in a small group VIP walking tour. See key excavations such as the House of Faun, the Forum.

4.7/5(230)

Valerie W

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Michele was brilliant - really good delivery, constant flow of information. He engaged with questions, about the building materials and design for instance. It was so great that he did NOT waste time finding out or using our names, he did NOT endlessly apologise or make jokes at himself. But he was respectful, efficient - worked around other groups. I learnt so much about Pompei as a trading and business centre, the different lives and deaths of rich and poor.

Catalina P

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The guided tour of Pompeii with María Laura was great. You can tell she knows a lot and loves what she does. She explained everything in a very engaging way, with lots of details and interesting facts, and she’s also friendly and very pleasant. The three hours flew by, and when it was over, we were left wanting more. We’d definitely take another tour with her. Thank you, María Laura, for helping us enjoy Pompeii so much! ❤️

Linda F

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

We spent the most enjoyable few hours exploring Pompeii with our guide Teresa from Askos Tours, she was extremely friendly and knowledgeable and as an archaeologist shared her vast and in depth knowledge of the ruins. We chose the tour that included the Villa de Misteria and it was well worth it !! I would highly recommend booking this tour as we would have found it quite challenging navigating Pompeii on our own. ☆☆☆☆☆

Alan K

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Ciro, our tour guide, was extremely informative, knowledgeable, personable. The tour was guided in a professional, timely and friendly manner. As Pompeii is a major historic area, Ciro captured and shared the essence of the place for everyone to understand and thoroughly enjoy. We really enjoyed our day and time in Pompeii thanks to Ciro.

Raffaella L

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

We had a very good and knowledgeable guide who really brought us into that not-so-pleasant historical period, telling us anecdotes we didn't know, making the visit even more enjoyable. I don't remember their name, I apologize, but we went on September 10th at 10:00 AM.

Peter M

Group

Verified booking

Yesterday

This was the outstanding highlight of our 3 days in Naples. Visiting pompeii with a knowledgeable guide is essential to get the best out of the trip. Our guide was excellent and we learned so much about pompeii and Roman life from him.. Would definitely recommend!!

Experience an exclusive 3-hour tour of Pompeii, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Your English-speaking guide will captivate you with historical tales, detailing how the city was buried two millennia ago by volcanic eruptions.

Marvel at Pompeii's vast House of Faun and traverse Via dell’Abbondanza to reach the pivotal Teatro Grande, the city's main theater.

Visit the celebrated Villa dei Misteri, renowned for its well-preserved frescoes depicting various scenes, including the initiation rites of a mystery cult.

Fun Fact: The Lupanar, Pompeii's best-preserved brothel, has stone beds and explicit frescoes that reveal the city's social and sexual culture.

3-hour guided tour of Pompeii with entry

English-speaking archaeological guide

Small group tour of Pompeii

Entry to Villa dei Misteri

Transportation on meeting spot

Food & drinks

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Alan K
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Ciro, our tour guide, was extremely informative, knowledgeable, personable. The tour was guided in a professional, timely and friendly manner. As Pompeii is a major historic area, Ciro captured and shared the essence of the place for everyone to understand and thoroughly enjoy. We really enjoyed our day and time in Pompeii thanks to Ciro.
Valerie W
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Michele was brilliant - really good delivery, constant flow of information. He engaged with questions, about the building materials and design for instance. It was so great that he did NOT waste time finding out or using our names, he did NOT endlessly apologise or make jokes at himself. But he was respectful, efficient - worked around other groups. I learnt so much about Pompei as a trading and business centre, the different lives and deaths of rich and poor.
Catalina P
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The guided tour of Pompeii with María Laura was great. You can tell she knows a lot and loves what she does. She explained everything in a very engaging way, with lots of details and interesting facts, and she’s also friendly and very pleasant. The three hours flew by, and when it was over, we were left wanting more. We’d definitely take another tour with her. Thank you, María Laura, for helping us enjoy Pompeii so much! ❤️
Linda F
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
We spent the most enjoyable few hours exploring Pompeii with our guide Teresa from Askos Tours, she was extremely friendly and knowledgeable and as an archaeologist shared her vast and in depth knowledge of the ruins. We chose the tour that included the Villa de Misteria and it was well worth it !! I would highly recommend booking this tour as we would have found it quite challenging navigating Pompeii on our own. ☆☆☆☆☆
Vannini L
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
I’d been here in Pompeii before, but this time was different, and we spent a wonderful day with a highly knowledgeable guide who made us feel as if we were reliving ancient Pompeii through anecdotes and examples—those two hours flew by. I propose an honorary degree for GRAZIA for her cultural, scientific, artistic, and social expertise.

VIP tour of the ancient Roman city

Embark on an exclusive 3-hour guided tour of Pompeii, an ancient city with a history spanning thousands of years. An expert archaeological guide, fluent in English, will accompany you, starting with the first rays of sunlight, revealing the history and culture of the Romans. 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.

Walk through Pompeii’s highlights

As you stroll towards Pompeii's House of Faun, discover one of the city's most remarkable private residences. Renowned for its grandeur, the House of Faun spans approximately 30,000 square feet, ranking among Pompeii's largest houses. Follow the Via dell’Abbondanza to access the Teatro Grande, Pompeii's most significant theater, dedicated to theatrical performances, musical events, and various public spectacles. But the true highlight of this tour is none other than the Villa of the Mysteries, where you can see the mysterious paintings on the walls depicting ancient ceremonies.

What to bring

A valid ID or passport is required for entry.

It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.

It is recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen and water. Flip-flops are not suitable.

Only small dogs on a leash can be brought inside the park. Guide dogs with a certificate are permitted.

What’s not allowed

Flash photography and tripods are allowed in this experience.

Accessibility

This tour is not recommended for travelers with mobility issues or impairments, because of challenging terrain.

Additional note

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

Facilities: cloakroom.

Full names of all visitors must be provided at the time of booking.

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

Meet your guide at the Porta Marina Superiore.

Address: Via Villa dei Misteri, 2, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy

Landmark: Main Entrance gate of the Pompeii ruins called Porta Marina Superiore.

Your guide will hold a sign with "ASKOS TOURS" written on it.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point