Guided Tours

Pompeii Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

Name: Pompeii Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
Start: 2024-12-20T10:30:00
End: 2024-12-20T12:30:00
Location: Naples

Guide explaining Pompeii ruins to tourists with ancient structures in the background, Naples, Italy.

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Tour guide showing tourists around the ancient Samnite House in Pompeii, Italy during a Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

Group exploring ancient Pompeii ruins with guide, highlighting unique architecture and historical landmarks in Naples, Italy.

Embark on an in-depth guided exploration of Pompeii, where you'll encounter history through its streets, frescoes, and statues.

Highlights

With your tickets, embark on a fascinating historical journey through Pompeii's archaeological site.
Alongside an expert history guide, enjoy a walking tour to learn about the early Romans’ lifestyle.
Hidden for hundreds of years, the discovery of Pompeii made it one of the main attractions in the Campania Region.
Fun fact: Pompeii was buried under volcanic ash and pumice for nearly 1,700 years, preserving its buildings, artifacts, and even the casts of victims in their final moments.

Inclusions

Guided tour of Pompeii with skip-the-line entry
Expert English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Chinese, or Japanese-speaking guide (as per option selected)
Archeologist guide (optional)
Group of up to 15/20/30 (as per option selected)
Semi-private group of up to 15 (as per option selected)
Headsets

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Foong

4/5

Dec, 2024

Excellent Guided Tour of Pompeii with an Enthusiastic Archaeologist Our family of four joined the Pompeii Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with an Archaeologist on December 11th, and it was an unforgettable experience. The tour was led by Teresa, an enthusiastic and knowledgeable archaeologist who brought Pompeii to life with her stories and insights. Walking through this UNESCO World Heritage Site, we were captivated by the history of the city that was tragically buried by a volcanic eruption yet beautifully preserved over centuries through the work of dedicated archaeologists. Teresa shared fascinating details about daily life in ancient Pompeii—offering a glimpse into the past that felt both enriching and immersive. The tour was well-paced, engaging, and truly educational. We left with a much deeper understanding of Pompeii’s history and appreciation for the preservation efforts that allow us to witness this incredible piece of history today. This is a must-do for anyone visiting the region! Highly recommended for families, history enthusiasts, and anyone curious to learn more about life before the eruption.

Ruthie

5/5

Dec, 2024

Alfredo was our guide and he was fabulous. Informative, fast paced, but took the time to answer questions and gaze at artifacts.

Fiona

5/5

Dec, 2024

We took the guided tour with my father in July. I have nothing to say, it was great. The guide was very competent. We got to the strategic points of the site and avoided the crowds. I think our guide's name was Francesco. It was a great experience and I recommend it.

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Sara

5/5

Dec, 2024

I recommend this experience. Already the wonderful place feels like we are standing with our feet in the history books we studied so much ..then very knowledgeable and entertaining guide .

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Marta

5/5

Dec, 2024

We loved Pompeii. Our guide Rafa was excellent and fun; we learned a lot thanks to him in a very enjoyable way, congratulations for the job!

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Your experience

Ancient wonders

Pompeii is the stuff of legends, and has inspired countless documentaries, movies, and books! The city dates back nearly 2,000 years. An ancient site, the town was unearthed in 1748 AD after the infamous eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD. This tour is particularly beneficial because you can stroll past the famously long ticketing queues. You'll even have a dedicated guide for company, who will let you in on interesting anecdotes about the places and things you see.

Pompeii's hidden gems

Start exploring the buildings in Pompeii – from homes to bathhouses, and fast food stores to outdoor theatres. With ancient ruins and a skyline dominated by Mount Vesuvius, the visuals through this discovery are breathtaking. Admire the frescos and statues spread over the town. See the 25 street fountains, 4 public baths, and many business buildings, which paint an almost real picture of the town in its heyday.

Glimpse of Pompeii

Continue following your guide as they recreate the hustle and bustle of this once-busy port town. Discover what each building was used for, where families ate their meals, did laundry, and socialized – and where sailors went when they docked. You'll have headsets to be sure that you catch every word. By the end of this tour you will see how much you have in common with people who lived in the 1st century.

Know before you go

What to bring

Comfortable shoes are recommended as this tour involves a fair amount of walking.
Bring along your sunscreen, hat, and water bottle.
A valid ID or passport is required for tour entry.

What's not allowed

To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour.
Strict dress code: No discourteous clothing or shirtless attire is allowed inside Pompeii Archaeological Park.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for people with impaired mobility and cardiac issues.

Additional information

While these tickets enable skipping entry lines, they do not exempt visitors from mandatory security checks at the archaeological site.
Some of the venues or parts of the venue may be subject to last-minute, unpredictable closures.
The tour operator reserves the right to refuse participation on its tours to any guest under the influence of drugs or alcohol or to any guest whose behavior is disorderly or poses a threat to other guests or the staff.
The excavation fee for all first Sundays of the month is free.
At least 10 participants are needed to organize a tour in German or French. The tour will be in English if that requirement isn't fulfilled. Please contact our reservations team to confirm your preferred language at least 24 hours before departure.
Full names are mandatory for Pompeii bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please 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.