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Pompeii
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Pompeii Skip the Line Small Group Tour with Archaeologist Guide
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2–3 hours
- Price from
- $63 / person
- Location
- Pompeii, Italy
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 491 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Walks - Italy & Spain
- Meeting point
- 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.
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8 times a day, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 15+)
- $63
- Child (ages 2–14)
- $59
- Infant (ages 0–1)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $479.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Archaeological Park of Pompeii
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.
Guided tour & Photo stop
Guided tour & Photo stop
Via dell’Abbondanza
Pompeii's Main Street - Guided tour & Photo stop
Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)
Roman Baths - Guided tour & Photo stop
Teatro Grande
What's included
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
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
491 reviews
How it compares in Pompeii
- No. 14 by number of reviews among 622 tours in Pompeii
- Starting price $63 is 39% below the typical $103 for tours of similar length in Pompeii
Excurgo comparison of 622 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- 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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Pompeii Skip the Line Small Group Tour with Archaeologist Guide lasts about 2–3 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $63 per person for this Pompeii experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $479. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 8 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 2–14 pay from $59, adults from $63. Infants go free.
Can I cancel this 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 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. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(491)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
F
Top notch
This tour is well worth the money. Our guide Vitale was AMAZING. He was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. We enjoyed every moment.
C
So happy I booked this tour, would recommend!
I don't typically book a guided tour when I travel and I was so happy that I did for Pompei! Our guide was fantastic. She gave us information at a perfect pace and despite it being one of the first rainy days in months, it didn't feel like the experience was reduced at all. If anything it was probably better from having a smaller crowd. I would recommend booking this tour for moving with a manageable size group. The biggest benefit for me was having a guide direct us where to go and in what order. I would not have had as good of an experience had I tried to wander around myself - but we also were able to go explore further on our own once the guided tour was over, so best of both options! I would book this one again.
S
Our tour guide was...
Our tour guide was Fredericka. Pompeii covers a lot of ground and she took us to many, many interesting sites. She’s a wealth of information and her English is very good. A great educator. At the end of the tour, we had a few questions and she answered them with pleasure. Highly recommend this tour and hope you have the fortune of getting Fredericka as your guide.
9
Walks Devour is great!
Illaria was wonderful and made the tour so much more interesting! Pompei without a quite would be a shame.
J
Learning has never been so fun
This was hands down our favorite tour of our trip. Ilaria, our guide, is wonderful, passionate and so knowledgeable. We could’ve wandered the streets of Pompeii with her for many more hours. I highly recommend this tour!
N
Knowledgeable, Strategic, and a Fantastic Storyteller
Paolo was an excellent guide. He was very knowledgeable, which made the tour interesting and enjoyable. He was strategic on avoiding the big crowds, yet still getting to see all the high points of the city. He is an excellent story teller.
C
Awesome experience
Frederica was very knowledgeable. She gave us a real insight into the lives of the people and their city. The 3 hour tour was well worth it because we had time to look at all the key sites.
H
Must guided tour in Pompei
Sonia was amazing! Easy to understand and perfect pace, not too fast or slow.
D
Wonderful excursion!
Sofia was fabulous! She had so much knowledge and planned a lovely trip! The ruins of Pompeii are worth a visit with a specialist!
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