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Private Pompeii Guided Tour: Highlights, Tickets Included

2 hModerately active

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$153per person

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Overview

Duration: 2 h
Languages: English, Italian
Group size: Up to 8 travelers
Suitable for: Ages 6–99
Pace: Moderately active
Access: Skip the line

Good for

Couples
Families
First-time visitors
Groups of friends
History buffs

Skip the lines and dive into history with a private guided tour of Pompeii featuring entrance tickets and a local expert. Discover ancient fast-food joints, preserved villas, and moving plaster casts. Enjoy a flexible meeting point tailored to your travel plans.

Highlights

Skip-the-line tickets
Expert local guide
Flexible meeting point

What's included

Entrance ticket to the Archaelogical Park
Guided tour of Pompeii with a local expert guide

Not included

Anything not listed as included is to be considered excluded.

Itinerary

1
Stop 1
Pass by
Meet your guide, grab your pre-purchased tickets, and breeze past the long general admission queues. Your guide will introduce you to the fascinating history of Pompeii and the fateful day in 79 AD when Mount Vesuvius erupted.
2
Archaeological Park of Pompeii
Pass by
The Grand Theater & Gladiator Gym Step into the massive horseshoe-shaped theater where ancient plays and gladiator assemblies took place. Test the incredible natural acoustics from the center of the stage and discover where performers trained.
3
Archaeological Park of Pompeii

Before you go

Ticket & redemption

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One ticket covers the whole booking

Accessibility

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby

Location

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Domus of the Wealthy & Vibrant Frescoes Cross the threshold of a luxurious Roman villa. Admire the elite lifestyle of Pompeii's upper class and marvel at the stunningly preserved, colorful frescoes depicting mythological scenes and geometric art.

Archaeological Park of Pompeii

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The Thermal Baths & Plaster Casts Explore the ancient public bathhouses to learn about Roman wellness rituals and engineering (like underfloor heating). Nearby, view the famous plaster casts—haunting, emotional historical prints capturing the exact final moments of Vesuvius’ victims.

Archaeological Park of Pompeii

Pass by

The Forum (Il Foro) Conclude your tour in the grand civic center of Pompeii. Flanked by major temples and ancient markets, this open square offers the most iconic, breathtaking view of Mount Vesuvius in the background—the perfect spot for your final photos.

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Are you arriving by train or car? Let us know so we can send you the exact pin for your optimized meeting point!".

Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes or sneakers. Bring a sun hat, sunglasses, and high-factor sunscreen (SPF).

Bring a refillable water bottle. There are several ancient public fountains inside the park with fresh, drinkable volcanic spring water where you can refill your bottle for free during the tour.

Large backpacks, luggage, or bulky bags are not allowed inside the archaeological park.