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Pompeii Skip-the-Line Tickets with a Guidebook

Mural depicting figures in a room inside a house in Pompeii, Naples.
Ancient ruins of Pompeii with Mount Vesuvius in the background.
Sculpture in Pompeii with Mount Vesuvius in the background.
Ancient ruins of Pompeii with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Naples.

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Uncover the mysteries of ancient Pompeii with skip-the-line entry, a helpful guidebook, and the freedom to explore at your own pace.

4.9/5

(13,244)

Neil Conaty

Neil

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
An amazing experience. Rich in history and content from the get-go. The ruins are so well preserved and access is very open allowing such a great insight into life back in Pompeii 2000 years ago. At times you can almost imagine youself walking through the town in its prime. I recommend giving at least 2 hours to walk around the ruins, and at least 4 for those who enjoy learning about hsptry and taking in the detail. Parking was easy, plenty of food / service areas and despite the large crowd, we rarely felt held up by the amount of people, due to the amount of content and size of the town. I will return.
Edward Alec Walker

Edward

Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We initially booked the tickets without a guide but upon arrival were offered to pay a bit extra to go on a guided tour which ended up making the experience significantly more enjoyable. We didn't realise how big Pompeii actually was and we would not have seen as many interesting things or learned anywhere near as much if not for our guide Igor. Igor was phenomenal, he was very knowledgeable and clearly loved what he does and beyond friendly. If not for him we would have spent a lot more time seeing a lot less of Pompeii.
Anne-Sophie Beatrice Elisabeth Grivon

Anne-sophie

Jul 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Tickets très pratiques, il faut récupérer les tickets et l'audio guide au kiosque à l'entrée de Pompéi (porte marina), nous n'avons pas eu de queue et après la visite se fait librement sur tout le site (j'ai pris l'option avec les villa). Nous étions enchantés de l'audio guide, on a pu arpenter la ville comme on le souhaitait en bénéficiant d'explications.
    • No more waiting! You'll be strolling past the long entry lines in no time with your skip-the-line ticket to Pompeii.

    • Ever fancied snooping around ancient Roman houses or amphitheatres? Here's your chance to explore the millennia-old Pompeii ruins.

    • No more guessing games! Your complimentary guidebook is packed with information about each site, making history come alive.

    • Don’t get lost in history! The guidebook also includes a map so you can navigate the ruins and surrounding areas with ease."

    • Fun fact: Pompeii was a holiday destination for rich Romans. Now it's your turn to holiday like a Roman, albeit in ruins!

    • Skip-the-line entry to Pompeii

    • Guidebook in 13 languages

    • Map and itineraries

    • Audio guide in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Hebraic, Czech & Russian (optional)

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

  • 4.9
    13,244 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Neil Conaty

    Neil

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    An amazing experience. Rich in history and content from the get-go. The ruins are so well preserved and access is very open allowing such a great insight into life back in Pompeii 2000 years ago. At times you can almost imagine youself walking through the town in its prime. I recommend giving at least 2 hours to walk around the ruins, and at least 4 for those who enjoy learning about hsptry and taking in the detail. Parking was easy, plenty of food / service areas and despite the large crowd, we rarely felt held up by the amount of people, due to the amount of content and size of the town. I will return.
    lesterlin claude

    Lesterlin

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    3/5
    good experience, apart from having to go from one end of the entrances to the other to get the vouchers to be exchanged at the main door. It would be simpler if the voucher could be tele-changed to avoid these inconvenient journeys.
    Julie Ann Hughes

    Julie

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Easy to book, obtaining our tickets was really easy. We obtained a guide book and map, giving us lots of information. We visited in September 25, there was less people as we arrived in the afternoon. Could easily see all the ruins.
    James M Wietecki

    James

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Pompeii is a beautiful place to visit. Be prepared to walk slowly and carefully, there no paved walkways. And the time explore the roadways that seem to lead to nowhere. We found some fantastic area's with nobody else around.
    Martin widmann

    Martin

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Cut the LONG line by using this service. Fast, easy way to buy tickets and jump to the front of the line. When possible I will use them again!
  • Experience Pompeii like never before

    Start your journey by making your way to the awe-striking archaeological site of Pompeii. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Pompeii was once a bustling Roman city until it was buried under volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. Now, with your skip-the-line entry ticket in hand, you can bypass the long queues and step back in time to experience life as it was in ancient Roman times. Did you know Pompeii was a popular holiday spot for rich Romans before the eruption? Now, its ruins provide a fascinating insight into the ancient society's way of life.

    A journey of exploration and discovery

    Wander down the ancient Roman streets, peep into millennia-old houses, temples, shops, and cafes, and marvel at the amphitheaters, all with your handy guidebook providing insightful information about each site. The guidebook also includes a map, which allows you to explore beyond the ruins and delve into the surrounding area of Pompeii. Visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Pompei and the bell tower, touching remnants of times gone by. This self-led experience gives you the freedom to explore at your own pace, creating a uniquely personal adventure. Did you know, Pompeii is home to the world's oldest surviving Roman amphitheater? It's waiting for you to discover.

    This experience offers you a chance to delve into history and explore the ancient world like never before. Get ready to uncover the secrets of Pompeii, one ruin at a time.

  • Pompeii

    Monday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Thursday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Friday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Saturday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Sunday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
  • What to bring

    • Depending on the weather, carry a hat, sunglasses, and a water bottle.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

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

    Ticket redemption point

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

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