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Once upon a time Pompeii 2 and a half hour tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $47 / person
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 25 reviews
- Languages
- EN, IT
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- The guide will meet travelers at the entrance to the Zeus car park which is 5 meters from the Villa dei misteri station and a few meters from the highway.
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 12, 2026Things to do in Pompeii
Description
The archaeological visit to Pompeii includes an itinerary designed to show all visitors the most important points that the city can offer. Furthermore, thanks to years of experience, simple language and an expert guide, everyone can fully understand all the information that will be given, living the experience to the fullest. The use of radios also guarantees each person the possibility of listening better to the guide when the group reaches more people. At the end of the visit, each visitor has the opportunity to stay inside the Archaeological Park to continue the visit independently.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Thanks to this tour, every traveler has the opportunity to visit the city of Pompeii, discovering its structures and details which, together with the guide, will make the visit unique and simple. Our archaeological visit is suitable for every traveler thanks to simple language and an itinerary designed to show the most important points. Thanks to the guide it will also be possible to buy the ticket without standing in line.
Highlights
skip-the-line service at the ticket office
headsets to better hear the guide
What's included
Included
skip-the-line service at the ticket office
headsets to better hear the guide
Not included
Gratuities
Entrance ticket
cost entrance ticket to the park for children under 18 0€
Traveller Ratings
5.0
25 reviews
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does Once upon a time Pompeii 2 and a half hour tour take?
Once upon a time Pompeii 2 and a half hour tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Once upon a time Pompeii 2 and a half hour tour cost?
Prices start at $47 per person for this Pompeii experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Once upon a time Pompeii 2 and a half hour tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The guide will meet travelers at the entrance to the Zeus car park which is 5 meters from the Villa dei misteri station and a few meters from the highway.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Once upon a time Pompeii 2 and a half hour tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(25)
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Pompeii comes alive!
We are a family of 4, (2 adults, 2 children 13 and 11) who just had their first trip to Pompeii. Because of how large site is, we knew we wanted a guide who not only knew where to go, but could explain the history so that we would have a deeper understanding. We ultimately booked a Thursday morning small group tour with Gennaro and got all of that and more. It just so happened that we were the only ones signed up for the tour that morning so our small group tour ended up being a private tour. From the first, Gennaro was friendly, fun and energetic! There was also no question about his knowledge of Pompeii and his enthusiasm was infectious. With Gennaro, you will not be bombarded with a list of bland names and dates that you will forget soon after hearing it. Instead, he will paint a vivid picture of the time before the eruption, the ruins on which you stand transforming to the bustling town it once was. Also, with every tour he takes in consideration of what his group's needs and interests are. For a knowledgeable, friendly, attentive, entertaining and memorable guide, we would highly recommend Gennaro, again and again!
Operator response
It was a true honor to meet you and a pleasure to be your guide. Thank you for everything. 🙏
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Fabulous guided tour of Pompeii with Angelo
We went on a guided tour of Pompeii with Gennaro’s brother Angelo. It was fabulous. My husband does not normally like guided tours and listening to guides just repeat the same spiel. This was different. Angelo responded to questions and wove the trip around the highlights of Pompeii but customising it to our collective interests. The group of 8 was a perfect size. He brought the place to life. Highly recommend this guided tour. Well worth it.
Operator response
E' stato un piacere conoscervi
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Wonderful tour with fantastic guide - definitely recommend
Gennero was fantastic and was generous and waited for us even though we were 10 minutes late from the bus. He knew so much and made Pompeii come alive for us all! Had a lot of fun seeing highlights of the ancient city of Pompeii. Thank you for teaching us about Vesuma. Will never forget this!
Operator response
🙏 grazie 🙏
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The mysteries of Pompeii
Gennaro is a very capable and very engaging guide. Council to all for a unique experience, made me very passionate about the history of Pompeii
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Travel through time
Fantastic, engaging and prepared driving. Never a dull moment has guided us through a beautiful time travel. Highly recommended manages to get everyone s attention with his way of describing and narrating the facts of the History.
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Visit to Pompeii with Gennaro
The visit to the excavations of Pompeii was wonderful, thanks to Gennaro who with his simplicity but at the same time with his professionalism made me very passionate about the subject
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Super recommended!
I highly recommend! January a single comprehensive guide on each question Piero Angela of Pompeii left us too enthusiastic!
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Top level
Spectacular and incredibly stunning. Top level guide with the right dose of irony and profound knowledge of the subject
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Fantastic day in Pompeii with Gennarro
We had a fantastic tour with an excellent guide! Gennarro gives attention to both the major things and the details Would definitely recommend using a guide as Pompeii is much bigger than you’d expect. We went in a smaller group with Gennaro that has a more personal touch than the bigger groups! Grazie!
Operator response
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