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Skip the line and join a guided tour for an in-depth exploration of Pompeii, uncovering history through its streets, frescoes, and statues.
4.4/5
(10,675)
Rikke
Lisa
Ioana
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With these tickets, skip the line to save time and enjoy a hassle-free experience.
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Alongside an expert history guide, enjoy a walking tour to learn about the early Romans’ lifestyle.
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Choose between a standard guide or a specialized archaeologist guide.
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Pick a guided tour in your preferred language from the eight available choices.
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Discover Pompeii, buried under volcanic ash and pumice for nearly 1,700 years, preserving its buildings, artifacts, and haunting victim casts.
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Guided tour of Pompeii with skip-the-line entry
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Expert English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Chinese, or Japanese-speaking guide (as per option selected)
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Archeologist guide (as per option selected)
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Headsets
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Guests from Spain, United States, United Kingdom and over 72 countries have loved this experience
Eric
Jul, 2025Verified booking
Absolutely incredible experience! The 2-hour guided tour of Pompeii was the perfect way to explore this vast archaeological site without feeling overwhelmed. Our English-speaking guide was not only incredibly knowledgeable but also passionate about Roman history, which made the ruins come to life in an unforgettable way. The tour covered the highlights of the ancient city, including the Forum, the baths, the brothel (Lupanar), and several well-preserved homes with frescoes still intact. The guide provided fascinating context about daily life in Pompeii before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius, weaving in stories that made it feel personal and engaging. It was the right balance of walking and listening—never rushed, and plenty of time to take photos and ask questions. Headsets were provided so we could hear everything clearly, even in busier sections of the site. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Pompeii for the first time. It saves you hours of wandering aimlessly and gives you a much deeper understanding of what you’re seeing. Two hours flew by, and I left with a sense of awe at the complexity and tragedy of this once-thriving Roman city.
Nicolas
Jul, 2025Verified booking
The guide was fantastic. We had a very interactive tour with great insights about the site and feel that we understand a bit better the complexity of Pompei. The group was small and we had a lot of fun together. Overall great experience.
Heng
Jul, 2025Verified booking
Headout app was easy and comprehensive to navigate. I managed to squeeze in to purchase last minute tickets to Pompei with archaeologist the night before. Once bought, the agency (Askos) was in touch via email and WhatsApp to confirm the booking, and give reminders to be on time. Straight forward instructions to reach, and saved quite a bit of $$ using public transport to the location. Really made my Naples trip a memorable one, so much so that I used to buy tickets to the catacombs too. They even gave discounts for future Headout purchases. I highly recommend this platform.
Lisa
Jul, 2025Verified booking
We ended up arriving late in the day (around 4) and there was no line at all. We went in immediately, looked around the first floor of the palazzo but tried to get into the garden as soon as possible. They close at 7:30, but we had plenty of time and were able to pretty much see everything. Even the Grotto of Diana that reopened after a major renovation (and being closed for 40 years!) it's quite amazing. I hope they will continue to renovate and be able to maybe even bring some fountains back. You can see a lot of work is happening. We also got to hear the organ fountain. It plays every 2 hours on the 1/2 hr. (10:30, 12:30, etc) so amazing
Ian
Jul, 2025Verified booking
Really lived up to its name as we skipped pretty much all the clues. Paulo (our guide) took us where the queues weren't; and was on good terms with every crowd controller (most were ladies - just saying) and knew absolutely everything we needed to know. It was very interesting to see the ongoing excavations under the high tech structure and appreciate how much material is moved to access this town frozen in time. It is still possible to imagine the owners of these villas and understand some of how their world operated before that fateful day, and a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide like Paulo is key to that.
Pompeii’s hidden gems
Step into the past as you explore Pompeii’s incredible ruins—from ancient homes and bathhouses to fast-food stalls and open-air theaters. With Mount Vesuvius towering in the background, every corner offers a breathtaking glimpse into history. Wander through the town’s fresco-covered walls and statues, and check out the 25 street fountains, four public baths, and countless businesses that bring Pompeii’s vibrant past to life.
A Glimpse of Pompeii
Follow your guide through the bustling streets of this once-thriving port town. Learn how people lived—where they ate, worked, socialized, and even where sailors spent their time after docking. With headsets provided, you won’t miss a word of your guide’s insights. Best of all, you’ll skip the famously long ticket lines and enjoy a dedicated guide who’ll share fascinating stories along the way. By the end of the tour, you might just realize how much you have in common with the people of ancient Pompeii!
What to bring
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Comfortable shoes are recommended as this tour involves a fair amount of walking.
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Bring along your sunscreen, hat, and water bottle.
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A valid ID or passport is required for tour entry.
What's not allowed
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To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour.
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Strict dress code: No discourteous clothing or shirtless attire is allowed inside Pompeii Archaeological Park.
Accessibility
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This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
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Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for people with impaired mobility and cardiac issues.
Additional information
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While these tickets enable skipping entry lines, they do not exempt visitors from mandatory security checks at the archaeological site.
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Languages available for the tour are English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Chinese, or Japanese.
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Some of the venues or parts of the venue may be subject to last-minute, unpredictable closures.
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The tour operator reserves the right to refuse participation on its tours to any guest under the influence of drugs or alcohol or to any guest whose behavior is disorderly or poses a threat to other guests or the staff.
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The excavation fee for all first Sundays of the month is free.
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At least 10 participants are needed to organize a tour in German or French. The tour will be in English if that requirement isn't fulfilled. Please contact our reservations team to confirm your preferred language at least 24 hours before departure.
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Full names are mandatory for Pompeii bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry.
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Your ticket will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please display the ticket on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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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.
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