Pompeii Skip the Line Small Group Tour with Archaeologist Guide
Pompeii, Italyby Walks - Italy & Spain
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Up to 15 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English
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Overview
Skip the lines to enter Pompeii on an in-depth three-hour tour. Covering more ground than on other guided tours, your archaeologist guide will take you through the ancient city that was decimated by the explosion of Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago. Follow them through the UNESCO World Heritage site to see the amazing ruins of ancient shops, temples, homes and more. As an active archaeological site, there is always something to discover and your in-the-know guide will take you to the latest excavations. Wrap up with a walk along the city walls for sweeping views of Naples and Capri. Your small-group tour is limited to 15 people in order to ensure a more personal experience. If you're short on time, select the Pompeii Express Option at time of booking. This two-hour express tour is led by an expert archaeologist and designed for travelers who want to see Pompeii's highlights without committing to a full day at the archaeological park.
What's included
- Brothel
- Roman Houses
- Ancient shops
- Small groups of 15 people or fewer
- Official Pompeii tour guide
- Roman Baths
- Pre-reserved entrance tickets to Pompeii
- Porta Marina
- House of Vetti
- Newly excavated or preserved sites
- Pompeii's Main Street
- The Roman Forum
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Itinerary
- 1
Archaeological Park of Pompeii
3 hours
Explore more of Pompeii than you would on any other guided tour, with a trained archaeologist. Upon meeting up with your guide and small group, you’ll skip the long lines to enter the ruins. Hear fascinating stories about life in the Roman Republic and see how ordinary people lived nearly 2,000 years ago. See the remains of a bakery where the food is still almost intact, the Temple of Apollo and the Roman Forum, the House of Vetti, an ancient supermarket, a cemetery, and even a brothel (if age appropriate). Marvel at the heart-wrenching plaster casts of those caught in the eruption at the exact moment of their death. About a third of Pompeii remains uncovered and excavations and preservation efforts are ongoing. Your expert guide adapts their itinerary as new discoveries are made. If you prefer a shorter 2-hour experience, select the Pompeii Express Option at time of booking. This express tour is led by an archaeologist and takes you on a curated route of the park's highlights.
- 2
Stop 2
Pass by
Guided tour & Photo stop
- 3
Stop 3
Pass by
Guided tour & Photo stop
- 4
Via dell’Abbondanza
Pass by
Pompeii's Main Street - Guided tour & Photo stop
- 5
Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)
Pass by
Roman Baths - Guided tour & Photo stop
- 6
Teatro Grande
Pass by
Guided tour & Photo stop
Meeting and pickup
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at the Entrance Gate for the Pompeii Archaeological Park across from the Hortus Pompei restaurant.
End point
The tour ends inside the Pompeii Archeological Site.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and match the names on their ID/passport. Name changes are not permitted.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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