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Pompeii Skip-the-line Tour with Archaeologist Guide
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $67 / person
- Location
- Pompeii, Italy
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 571 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 16
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Raphael Tours & Events
- Meeting point
- The guide will wait for you at the entrance of the Coffee shop Vittoria, close to Porta Marina Inferiore entrance.Be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the starting time, in case of any delay the guide WILL NOT wait since it is a group tour and the entrance tickets are booked for that time.
Description
Guided tour of ancient Pompeii excavations led by a local expert and including all the highlights. The visit is led by a top-rated local guide. You will see the petrified bodies, the pleasure houses, the thermal baths, the forum and many other great sites.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10 times a day, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 18–80)
- $67
- Youth (ages 13–17)
- $11
- Child (ages 5–12)
- $6
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $365.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Archaeological Park of Pompeii
You will visit the highlight of the Ancient city of Pompeii, from the small theatres to the incredible baths; from the Gymnasium to the House of Menander, the Lupanare and many more! A trip into the ancient Roman habits and way of living!
What's included
Included
Local guide
Private tour ( if option selected)
Skip the line tickets
Not included
Gratuities
Food
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
571 reviews
How it compares in Pompeii
- No. 12 by number of reviews among 622 tours in Pompeii
- Starting price $67 is 34% below the typical $102 for tours of similar length in Pompeii
Excurgo comparison of 622 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear comfortable shoes, because you will be walking on the original ancient streets
- At the time of reservation please specify your mobile number inclusive of the country code in case of any emergency
- If you are late or miss the tour there wil be no refunds
- Please note that the 5 pm tour last 2 hours.
- This is not a ticket to the ruins, this is a guided tour confirmation, you can use it only with the guide
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 Pompeii Skip-the-line Tour with Archaeologist Guide take?
Pompeii Skip-the-line Tour with Archaeologist Guide lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Pompeii Skip-the-line Tour with Archaeologist Guide cost?
Prices start at $67 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 $365. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Pompeii Skip-the-line Tour with Archaeologist Guide run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 10 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
How much does Pompeii Skip-the-line Tour with Archaeologist Guide cost for children?
Children aged 5–12 pay from $6, adults from $67.
Can I cancel Pompeii Skip-the-line Tour with Archaeologist Guide 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 wait for you at the entrance of the Coffee shop Vittoria, close to Porta Marina Inferiore entrance. Be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the starting time, in case of any delay the guide WILL NOT wait since it is a group tour and the entrance tickets are booked for that time. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Pompeii Skip-the-line Tour with Archaeologist Guide 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 16 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Pompeii Skip-the-line Tour with Archaeologist Guide worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 571 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Raphael Tours & Events.
Reviews(571)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Pompeii
Skip the line tour is the way to go! Italo was friendly, funny, and engaging. We all learned so much about Pompeii and its people.
K
Leilo was a great guide,...
Leilo was a great guide, very funny and engaging, especially with children. It was quite hot when we went -highly recommend bringing a hat and water.
J
Best Tour Guide in all Pompeii
Everyone agreed this was the highlight of our trip. Our guide Lello was absolutely incredible to say the least. It ended up just being our little group of four in his group so we got a private tour of Pompeii. He was so knowledgeable but his personality was what made the tour exceptional. He took us around and we got to see a lot in our time there. I would definitely request him and this tour!
4
Guided tour in Pompeii
Really good experience with a skilled guide who had great background knowledge Great praise to Patricia
C
We went to Pompei two...
We went to Pompei two weeks ago and had a wonderful time. Our tour guide was very knowledgable he helped us find the best spots for taking pictures and made sure that we saw all the best of Pompeii. He made recommendations of other things to see when the tour was over and encouraged us to explore on our own. Our guide was the best and I would highly recommend this tour to anyone else coming to Pompeii.
J
A Must Do!
Our tour guide was incredible! He had us all laughing, we definitely made a memorable experience for the two boys from London. We learned so much! We are so happy we did the tour!
J
HIghly recommend!! Pompeii tour with guide who treated us like family
Guide was excellent- kept us all engaged and Interested and answered my many questions. Went into great detail about life was like back then in the thriving city.
S
Pompeii
Italo was a fantastic guide for 2 hours around Pompeii. Very relaxed, humorous and knowledgeable. Went by train from Sant Agnello which took about 50 minutes. Went in April. Wouldn’t like to visit in summer though. I expect it would be difficult to get around
J
Small group tour Pompeii
We had a wonderful experience with Alessia.. she was knowledgeable and easy to understand. We learned so much about the ruins at Pompeii. 10/10! Woukd book with again!
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