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Pompeii Skip-the-Line Tickets with a Guidebook

Mural on a wall inside a house in Pompeii, Naples, depicting ancient Roman life.
Ancient ruins of the city of Pompeii, Naples
Blue sculpture on the ground in the city of Pompeii, Naples
Tourists exploring ancient ruins of Pompeii with guidebook, Naples.

Uncover the mysteries of ancient Pompeii with skip-the-line entry, a helpful guidebook, and the freedom to explore at your own pace.

    • No more waiting! You'll be strolling past the long entry lines in no time with your skip-the-line ticket to Pompeii.

    • Ever fancied snooping around ancient Roman houses or amphitheatres? Here's your chance to explore the millennia-old Pompeii ruins.

    • No more guessing games! Your complimentary guidebook is packed with information about each site, making history come alive.

    • Don’t get lost in history! The guidebook also includes a map so you can navigate the ruins and surrounding areas with ease."

    • Fun fact: Pompeii was a holiday destination for rich Romans. Now it's your turn to holiday like a Roman, albeit in ruins!

    • Skip-the-line entry to Pompeii

    • Guidebook in 13 languages

    • Map and itineraries

    • Audio guide in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Hebraic, Czech & Russian (optional)

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Guests from United States, United Kingdom, Australia and over 13 countries have loved this experience
    Daniel Alliot

    Daniel

    4/5

    Apr, 2025

    Very practical paper guide. The only drawback was that the agency where we obtained our tickets was a 20-minute walk from the station.
    View original review in French
    Emma Bettley

    Emma

    2/5

    Apr, 2025

    Kiera Marie Brooker-Martin

    Kiera

    1/5

    Mar, 2025

    We booked the guide book and map tour so we could go at our own pace and explore how we wanted. However, the guide book excluded a massive region of the Pompeii site so there was no guidance or reading available so we couldn't access the experience in the way that we wanted to. I felt very disheartend to not be able to enjoy and learn about the history of the area we were in. There were many grammatical errors and spelling mistakes in our guide book (we had the English translated version) The map was unclear and hard to follow, especially diffcult as we didn't have a clear guide from our book either Overall, not happy with the experience as we were not informed about sections of information missing, if we were we would have booked somewhere else. Not clear advertising.
    CHRISTINA TASTSI

    Christina

    4/5

    Nov, 2024

    Everything was awesome and memorable..so large archaeological place and all the exhibits were held in such a good condition!!
    Andreas Schreiber

    Andreas

    4/5

    Nov, 2024

    No skip-the-line tickets were needed. The normal ticket office was empty. The guidebook is only moderately accurate. Numbers in the book do not match those on the map. Numerous spelling mistakes.
    View original review in German
  • Experience Pompeii like never before

    Start your journey by making your way to the awe-striking archaeological site of Pompeii. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Pompeii was once a bustling Roman city until it was buried under volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. Now, with your skip-the-line entry ticket in hand, you can bypass the long queues and step back in time to experience life as it was in ancient Roman times. Did you know Pompeii was a popular holiday spot for rich Romans before the eruption? Now, its ruins provide a fascinating insight into the ancient society's way of life.

    A journey of exploration and discovery

    Wander down the ancient Roman streets, peep into millennia-old houses, temples, shops, and cafes, and marvel at the amphitheaters, all with your handy guidebook providing insightful information about each site. The guidebook also includes a map, which allows you to explore beyond the ruins and delve into the surrounding area of Pompeii. Visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Pompei and the bell tower, touching remnants of times gone by. This self-led experience gives you the freedom to explore at your own pace, creating a uniquely personal adventure. Did you know, Pompeii is home to the world's oldest surviving Roman amphitheater? It's waiting for you to discover.

    This experience offers you a chance to delve into history and explore the ancient world like never before. Get ready to uncover the secrets of Pompeii, one ruin at a time.

  • Pompeii

    Monday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Thursday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Friday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Saturday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Sunday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:30pm
  • What to bring

    • Depending on the weather, carry a hat, sunglasses, and a water bottle.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

    Ticket redemption point

    • Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.

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