Top Pompeii Archaeology Tours

Pompeii and Herculaneum are among the world’s most important Roman archaeological sites, but the ruins can be hard to interpret to the untrained eye. Experience the extraordinary archaeological wonders with a professional archaeologist on this hassle-free small-group tour. Learn about the history and architecture of these two cities buried by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79. Choose the departure option that best suits your travel plans and enjoy a seamless visit with admission tickets included.

Don't let the crowds of tourists visiting the ruins of Pompeii overwhelm you by opting for a group tour. Navigate the area more efficiently with a guide, and add context to what you see with historical insights. Efficiency is another perk—cover the attraction's major highlights in roughly a couple of hours.

UNESCO World Heritage–listed Pompeii is one of Earth’s most extraordinary archaeological sites, frozen in time beneath the ash that flooded from Vesuvius. Enjoy a more personal and enriching encounter and hear facts you won’t find on your phone when you book these private tours, led by an official guide. Your guide will greet you with a name sign, avoiding any confusion, and adapt the pace and level to your group.

See Pompeii through the eyes of an archaeologist on this group tour with Pompei Plus ticket included. Follow your guide through the ancient city, exploring preserved Pompeian houses and learning about ancient domestic life and the devastating eruption of 79 AD. Enjoy exclusive access to the Villa of the Mysteries, where enigmatic frescoes have puzzled scholars for centuries.

One of the most spectacular archaeological sites in the world, Pompeii conceals slices of daily life from graffiti to fast food joints. Go deeper than you could on your own, and hear facts and details you won’t find on your phone or in the books, when you explore on this tour with a professional archaeologist. As it’s a private tour, you can ask as many questions as you like.

Make the most of your time in Pompeii with this archaeologist-led small-group tour starting at Porta Marina. Skip the hassle of following a map or guidebook and head straight to key sites like the basilica, forum, theater, and baths—plus visit intact shops, homes, and even a brothel—while delving into their history and architecture with your guide.

Pompeii's vast size and limited posted information can make visiting on your own a chore. Focus on the highlights and gain a better understanding of the ancient city on this guided tour. Choose a small-group or private option and delve into the ruins, covering such landmarks as the House of the Gladiators, the public baths, temple ruins, graffiti-covered walls, and various mosaics. Learn about Pompeii's fascinating history as you walk in the footsteps of the ancient Romans.

Don't miss out on the ancient ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum during your time in Italy when you book this group tour. Departures are available from Pompeii, Sorrento, Rome, or Naples, so anyone can easily fit this in their schedule. Take a guided tour of the preserved ruins in Pompeii as well as the perfectly intact villas in Herculaneum, with entrance tickets included for a seamless experience.

Choosing a kids oriented tour is the best option for our young visitors. Our Official Guide will welcome you just outside the Restaurant Suisse, just 2 minutes walk away from Porta Marina Inferiore. If you find a person with a great smile, and a sign with your name on, he is the right guy! All our Official Guides are fully licensed, and have a long working experience in Pompei: they know how to keep you away from crowded places, and they are ready to answer to all your questions. You will optimize your time in Pompei, and.. you won't get lost! (Pompei is really huge!) Before the tour, do not forget to purchase your skp-the-line ticket online, on the official Vivaticket website. Beware of the unofficial website, often they sell just a voucher, not a ticket! If you are coming by train, make sure that you use the Eav Circumvesuviana train, departing from Naples, or Sorrento. Thousands of people have visited Pompei with us: 99,5% of positive reviews is the best way to witness our success.

Everything is arranged for you: roundtrip transport from Rome, a guided Pompeii tour with a real archaeologist, light Italian breakfast on arrival, and an authentic Italian lunch in Sorrento with a seaside view. No planning. No stress. Just a seamless, all-inclusive 12-hour day. Travel in a small group aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned van. In Pompeii, start your day with coffee and breakfast before exploring the ruins with a certified archaeologist. Enjoy a scenic coastal drive with photo stops, then sit down to lunch at a reserved table in Sorrento. And who knows, there might even be a little surprise treat waiting along the way.

Walking around the ruins of Pompeii can be fun on your own, but you would miss crucial information about this fascinating site. Rather, go with a guide specialized in archaeology and art history who provides a wealth of historical facts and fun anecdotes about the UNESCO World Heritage Site when you book this small-group tour. Learn about the people who once used its gymnasium, theaters, restaurants, shops, baths, Lupanaria (brothel), Forum, and villas such as the House of Menander.

Due to its massive size, tackling Pompeii on your own can be very tricky, even if you have a map. This Pompeii archaeological site walking tour is led by a guide who knows the grounds well so you won’t get lost. Plus, your guide knows the fastest ways to see the most important areas and tells you historical facts as you walk.

While most Pompeii tours only visit the UNESCO-listed ruins, this tour takes it one step further with a tasty lunch on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius. First, delve into the history and fate of the ancient city of Pompeii with an archaeologist guide. Then relax over lunch at a nearby winery to taste several wines produced on the volcanic slopes. Upgrade to a private tour for a more personalized experience.

Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius are among the top sights in southern Italy, but touring both in one day can be time-consuming. Make the most of your day with admission to the Pompeii archaeological site and a guided tour that covers all the highlights in just two hours. Then hop on a private minivan directly to Mount Vesuvius for free time to hike the trail up to the volcano peak overlooking the Bay of Naples.

During the visits you will live, helped by an archaeologist, an unforgettable experience to discover the most important and famous buildings without neglecting the aspects of daily life and habits of the Romans. The tour is designed and recommended for families, but also for all photography enthusiasts and archeology enthusiasts.

Experience both the power and beauty of Mount Vesuvius with this exclusive tour. Let an expert take care of all the planning and delve into ancient Roman history at Pompeii with a guide. Continue to Vesuvius National Park for a wine-tasting lunch where you sample varietals produced right on the mountain slopes. Conclude with a slow-paced horseback ride to explore volcanic landscapes and enjoy views of the Gulf of Naples.

Travel from Rome to the ancient ruins of Pompeii with ease using efficient high-speed train services and our roundtrip transportation service from Naples to Pompeii. This day trip includes roundtrip train tickets and a 2-hour group tour of Pompeii led by an expert archaeologist who will provide insightful information on this UNESCO heritage site. Upon arrival in Naples, meet your driver and begin your journey to the ruins, where you'll explore the western part of the archaeological site after being able to enter smoothly thanks to pre-bought tickets. After your tour, return to Naples for your train back to Rome, making for a seamless and enriching experience without the hassle of planning.

Explore the incredible excavation sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, as well as the volcano that buried both cities in the first century, on this private tour. Drive to nearly the top of Mt. Vesuvius for a walk to the crater. Travel back in time to see what remains of Herculaneum and Pompeii, both cities remarkably well-preserved by the volcanic eruption. If you'd like to know more about the history of the sites, upgrade your tour to include a guide and admission tickets.

One of the world’s best-known archeological sites, Pompeii is full of ancient history that’s not always apparent to independent travelers. On this group tour, explore the ancient city with an archaeologist guide who shares insights into the history and the daily lives of ancient Romans. See theaters, temples, six bathing complexes, and more in UNESCO-listed archeological areas.

Discover the ancient buried city of Pompeii on a small-group guided walking tour with included admission. Walk through the archaeological park's cobblestone streets and learn about the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius that buried the city in ash. See well-preserved ruins such as the basilica, forum, thermal baths, and bakery while gaining insight into ancient Roman daily life.

Delve into ancient history with this private tour of Pompeii, one of the most dazzling archaeological sites in the world. Save time and avoid the crowds with skip-the-line admission and gain a deeper understanding of these vast and complex ruins by visiting with a guide. Stroll down ancient Roman roads and marvel at villas, shops, temples, theaters, and baths dating from 2,000 years ago.

Get an in-depth introduction to the archaeological ruins of Pompeii with tour that is led by an archaeologist. Skip-the-line admission allows you to spend more time inside the archaeological site, listening to insights into the ancient Roman city from your expert guide, and less time waiting in lines.

Join this tour if you want to visit Mount Vesuvius with no problems. Your tour guarantees you a quick, easy and comfortable transportation by minibus till 1000 metres of altitude and then allows you entering Vesuvius an the booked time without any risk. Many times Vesuvius entry tickets are sold out long time before but with us you will be sure to make it by the way !