Guided Tours

Pompeii Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

Name: Pompeii Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
Start: 2026-02-19T11:00:00
End: 2026-02-19T13:00:00
Location: Naples

Guide explaining Pompeii ruins to tourists with Mount Vesuvius in the background.

Ruins of Pompeii with Mount Vesuvius in the background.

Tourists exploring the ancient Samnite House interior in Pompeii, Italy.

Ancient fresco in Pompeii depicting figures in vibrant colors, showcasing Roman art in Naples, Italy.

Duration

1 hr 30 min - 2 hr

Open today

9:00am - 5:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

4.5/5

(11,923)

Abdessamad

Jan 2026

Verified booking

The guided tour of Pompeii was absolutely fantastic and one of the highlights of my trip. Skipping the line saved a lot of time, and our guide was extremely knowledgeable, explaining the history of the city in a clear and engaging way. We visited the main houses, streets, and forums while learning fascinating stories about daily life before the eruption. The group size was perfect, not too crowded, and everything was well organized from start to finish. I highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants to truly understand Pompeii instead of just walking around on their own.

Mireia

Feb 2026

Verified booking

The tour was OK and there was a Guide not archeologist but knew better the zone, but we were way more than 15 people so that made everything more difficult and slow. We were a group of 23 in total and the organization before the tour was a little bit bad, instead of sending us the tickets the same day in the morning, the guide had to make everything and there was some people that had tickets and other hadn't, so again it went slower than usual so we didn't have time enough to see everything with the guide

Roman

Jan 2026

Verified booking

The organization was very good. Five minutes of courtesy in case anyone was late arriving, headphones included in the price, and formal attendance checks. Marina, the guide, spoke Spanish very well, gave us lots of information, gave us time to enjoy the place, answered questions, and made suggestions. At the end, she invited us to visit other areas of the archaeological park not included in her services, such as the amphitheater, on our own. A 10 out of 10.

Skip the ticket line and enjoy a hassle-free experience with an expert history guide

Enjoy a walking tour to learn about the early Romans’ lifestyle. Buried under volcanic ash and pumice for nearly 1,700 years, see preserved buildings, artifacts, and haunting victim casts.

Upgrade for a specialized archaeologist guide for deeper context into the ruins and its excavation processes.

Want greater personalized attention? Book a semi-private guided tour with max. 15 guests and enjoy the comfort of a tight-knit group.

Guided tour of Pompeii with skip-the-line entry

Expert English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Chinese, or Japanese-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Archeologist guide (as per option selected)

Headsets

Semi-private guided tour of Pompeii (as per option selected)

Hotel transfers

Meals

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
Mireia
Feb 2026
Verified booking
The tour was OK and there was a Guide not archeologist but knew better the zone, but we were way more than 15 people so that made everything more difficult and slow. We were a group of 23 in total and the organization before the tour was a little bit bad, instead of sending us the tickets the same day in the morning, the guide had to make everything and there was some people that had tickets and other hadn't, so again it went slower than usual so we didn't have time enough to see everything with the guide
Antoinette
Feb 2026
Verified booking
Pompeii in and of itself is amazing. So much history and interesting facts to be learned. Our guide, spoke so quickly and without interest or enthusiasm thus we quickly became board. This might have been do to the fact that we as a family had done some research ahead of time? The experience was just less than we had hoped for.
David
Feb 2026
Verified booking
Igor was fine but he spoke very fast with a strong accent. Good that he was very knowledgeable about Pompwii although he did not know that the Villa dei misteri was closed on Tuesday. It was a quiet day so there was no line to skip.
Eva
Feb 2026
Verified booking
I really enjoyed the tour, thanks especially to the guide, who was very entertaining and showed us some very interesting places, as well as providing some fascinating explanations. It lasted two hours, but it felt too short. A very good experience.
Emma
Feb 2026
Verified booking
The guide is fantastic, almost transporting you back to 79 BC. The explanations are comprehensive, entertaining, and fun. It's worth visiting Pompeii with a guide. Without a guide, it wouldn't be the same. The city is huge, and you wouldn't get the most out of your visit.

Step into a city frozen in time and explore it with an expert who brings every street, fresco, and tragedy to life.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the designated entrance mentioned on your voucher for a seamless check-in. Skip the long lines, validate your ticket quickly, and breeze through the security check before entering the archaeological park.

What to expect

Pompeii Archaeological Park

A vast 170+ acre ancient city preserved under volcanic ash.

Walk through forums, villas, baths, and plaster casts with stories explained as you go.

Sparse on-site signage makes guidance invaluable, ensuring nothing important is missed.

Features

Follow curated routes that help you navigate Pompeii’s enormous layout with ease.

Hear gripping, historian-led storytelling that connects ruins to real lives.

Choose a guide who speaks your language, so every detail is clear and accessible.

Upgrades

Upgrade to a tour led by an archaeologist for deeper insight into excavation and discoveries.

Prefer a smaller group? Opt for a semi-private tour with up to 15 guests for a more intimate experience.

Pompeii

Monday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 3:30pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 3:30pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 3:30pm
Thursday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 3:30pm
Friday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 3:30pm
Saturday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 3:30pm
Sunday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 3:30pm

What to bring

A valid ID or passport for tour entry.

Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen

Comfortable walking shoes

What's not allowed

Pets

Drugs and weapons

Large purses, bags, or backpacks

Discourteous clothing or shirtless attire

Accessibility

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

Additional information

Entry is free for all first Sundays of the month.

To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour.

Full names are mandatory for Pompeii bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry.

Your ticket will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the ticket 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 ticket for the meeting point details and specific instructions.