Guided Tours

Pompeii Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with an Archaeologist

Name: Pompeii Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with an Archaeologist
Start: 2024-05-20T10:00:00
End: 2024-05-20T12:00:00
Location: Naples

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

Highlights

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.

Inclusions

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)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Guests from Spain, United States, France and over 22 countries have loved this experience

Fiona

5/5

May, 2024

Our fantastic guide Francesco promised to bring us back 2000 years in time, and he delivered in spades. He was so knowledgeable, interesting, educational and entertaining throughout our 2.5 hour tour. He gave us so many insights that brought everything to life. Thank you Francesco. We had a wonderful afternoon in Pompeii.

David

4/5

May, 2024

Very well organized and explained. You see the most significant, and gives you indications to see other sites on your own. Recommended

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Kathryn

4/5

May, 2024

The tour and guide were excellent and would recommend booking a guide as so much more gained from the experience. Downside was the booking - no email as advised and run by a partner not head out so not obvious who you were looking for in the crowds

Brian

4/5

May, 2024

Overall, it was a good experience. The guide answered questions and provided good information. There are two criticisms: 1. The hearing devices used to hear the guide don't work well for people with hearing aides. You can't wear both the hearing aide and headphone at the same time. If you remove the hearing aide then you can't hear what the guide says. Then should be a bluetooth connection for the radio and the hearing aide. 2. The English from the guide was difficult for both my wife (who doesn't wear hearing aides) and I. For the hearing impaired, the guide needs to face us when speaking so we can read their lips.

Muskilda

5/5

May, 2024

The visit with Valentina went great. Super friendly at all times and perfectly explained in a super nice way. Highly recommended!

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Your experience

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.

Know before you go

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

My tickets

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.