Pompeii Ruins & Archaeological Museum Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore ancient Pompeii ruins
- Visit the Archaeological Museum
- Learn from expert guides
- Enjoy scenic Italian countryside
- Experience Roman history firsthand
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Rome
- Guided tour of Pompeii ruins
- Admission to the Archaeological Museum
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Your guide will lead you into the streets of the Ancient city, showing you the gymnasium, the theatres, the old bakeries and the ancestor of what today would be considered a fast food. You will then see the Isis temple, the house of Menander and the magnificent baths. On your way you will even find the lupanariae, the red-light district, and will end your tour in the Forum – the central square, where politicians used to make their speeches, temples where built, and merchants sold their products.
After a break for lunch, you will be driven to the MANN, where you will meet your guide to continue the tour. As you will realize, the Archaeological Museum hosts a collection of statues, relics and frescoes from Pompeii and the surrounding archaeological areas. You will even visit the famous “Gabinetto Segreto del Re” – reproducing a section of the red-light district – and the restored an lately opened to the public Egyptian section – one of the biggest in Italy.
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately.
- Photography is allowed; please be respectful of artifacts.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for uneven terrain.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen for sun protection.
- Carry a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Traveler reviews
The historical and human richness of Pompeii
I loved having the opportunity to visit the archeological park AND the museum. It is just not fathomable the complexity and grandeur that was Pompeii without seeing the beautiful antiquities unearthed there, and housed in the museum for preservation. We had a wonderful guide (Anna) that had a wide breadth of knowledge and love of the culture of this area that helped us appreciate what we were seeing in a way that would not be possible on our own. Naples is hard to describe without seeing it, so driving to the museum, which is just lovely, was an experience in itself. We were thankful to find this combined transportation and tour from Rome. Guides with intimate knowledge of their subject open up a fascinating world for you that beats any story line from our imagination.
Driver was on time at our...
Driver was on time at our hotel in Rome, We had requested a few changes the tour operator meet our requests, different drop off location ( for an additional cost ) Our tour guide was so informative and fun to spend the afternoon with. The trip was very convenient and easy for our family, it was relaxing and informative, and that made it fun & easy for me!
Great guide and trip
We really enjoyed the tour . Raphael was a brilliant guide. Couldn’t recommend him enough. Great with the kids , and super knowledgeable information presented in a great way . 10/10 from his Ed Irish Sheeran family . Top man .
Excellent tour!
My boyfriend and I did the private Pompeii tour on Christmas Eve. What a great decision! First of all, Salvo was extremely knowledgeable and personable. He showed up on time and we could tell right away that really knows his stuff. We had a great time with him for the three hour tour and all of our questions were thoroughly answered. Second, I really recommend visiting Pompeii off-season. We got to see everything and didn't have to wait in any lines. It was a fantastic way to spend the holiday and I highly recommend it to everyone!