Archaeologist-Led Pompeii Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Skip-the-line access to Pompeii ruins
- Guided tour with an expert archaeologist
- Comprehensive exploration of ancient Pompeii
- Discover ancient Roman architecture
- Learn about Pompeii's history and culture
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line access to Pompeii ruins
- Guided tour with an expert archaeologist
- Comprehensive exploration of ancient Pompeii
- Food and beverages
Itinerary
Meet the guide at the main entrance of the archaeological site called "Porta Marina Superiore". The guide will be holding a sign with our company's name "Askos Tours" on the top.
The main square
The court house
The brothel
The ancient granaries
The House of Menander
The House of Faun
The ancient baths
The street called Via dell'Abbondanza
The Thermopolium
The theatre
The House of Vettii
Meeting point
Start Location
Via Villa dei Misteri, 2, 80045 Pompei, NA, Italy
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress accordingly.
- Photography is allowed; please be respectful of the site.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Be prepared for uneven terrain and some uphill walking.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Travelers under 18 are advised to bring a passport or ID to qualify for free admission
- Only dogs that do not exceed 10 kg in weight and a maximum height of 40 cm are permitted to enter; admitted animals must be on a leash and held in the arms inside the buildings and it is mandatory to collect their excrement;
Traveler reviews
Fantastic tour guide
We are a group of friends from London who don't know Italy or its Roman history particularly well so we're so glad we took this tour. Our guide Rafaella was fantastic and was essential to us understanding what we were seeing in Pompeii. She led us around so many interesting sights including the forum, the food market, several villas, and made sure to recommend going on to see the amphitheatre and exhibition in the Palestra. This exhibition felt so much more accessible once we had gotten more context on the history of the site, and seeing the plaster cast bodies and the artefacts found alongside them was very profound. There was also a great cafe/restaurant with lots of options in the middle of the site, and water fountains all around. Truly an incredible experience, and we're so glad we had Rafaella to show us around!
Just okay…
It was just okay, there’s a lot that can be done to improve the experience, like providing umbrellas to cover from the sun. I mean I wouldn’t mind pay an extra fee for that.
City and museum tour with Marco
Marco was an outstanding host: knowledgeable, willing to explain in a simple yet profound way, and friendly, which certainly does not hurt. We could have spent the rest of the day listening to the explanations. The place is wonderful, deserving of a career dedicated to it.
Pompeii Tour
We did a tour of Pompeii with Nicoletta, which was one of our favorite experiences during our two week trip to Italy! She was incredibly knowledgeable, and I could not have imagined seeing the grounds without a guide. Nicoletta was incredibly intelligent and an amazing storyteller, which made the experience really informative and enjoyable. I cannot recommend enough!
A special experience of Pompeii
Ciro gave a fantastic private tour around Pompeii, showing us highlights of the site and tailoring it to our interests (graffiti and the recent digs). It gave so much more depth having explanations, personal stories and being able to ask endless questions! Would definitely recommend this over any other type of tour of the site.