Top Pompeii Archaeology Tours

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.

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.

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.

Visiting Pompeii with one of our Official Guides is the best way to appreciate a site unique in the world. With us, you will be the only stars of a fabulous journey through time! Our Official Guides have specialized training and several years of experience: they know every detail of Pompeii, can keep you away from the crowds, satisfy all your curiosities, and optimize your time... Before the visit, do not forget to purchase skip-the-line tickets online, on the official Vivaticket website. Beware of the unofficial sites, they often sell only a voucher! Our Guides will always welcome you with a sign and a big smile! We are particularly careful with needs of children and seniors: many anecdotes, an appropriate language, and we know how to slow down when necessary. Over the years, thousands of people have visited Pompeii with us, and 99.5% positive reviews are the best business card of our work.

Pompeii is classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and it's one of the biggest archaeological sites in the world. Our 3-hrs tour is specifically made to provide you the best experience to discover the Ancient City and its hidden treasures: The Theatres, Temples, Houses and Frescoes, Thermal Baths, Shops, Fast Food, Street, Forum, Justice Palace, Macellum and brothels. We worked in Pompeii for a few years and It'll be a pleasure to guide you through the secrets and mysteries of this beautiful place. All details you won't find on the internet or books. Eliana Sandretti is an archaeologist and have a team of archaeologists work with her for a lot of years

Skip the lines to enter Pompeii on a small-group tour that takes you through the ancient city that was decimated by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. Follow your archaeologist guide through the UNESCO World Heritage Site to see the amazing ruins of ancient shops, temples, homes, and more. Wrap up with a walk along the city walls for sweeping views of Naples and Capri.

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.

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.

A unique experience in the world, visiting a city of 2000 years ago with expert guides to tell every detail, walking through its streets, with the imagination understand the life of the Romans, you start with the visit of the oldest amphitheater of Roman times and then reach the main street of Pompeii full of shops, houses, restaurants (such as the Thermopolium of Vetuzio Placido), then you reach the area of the new excavations, thanks to a platform you can observe the archaeologists while digging and unearth evidence of the past, from there you can comfortably reach a panoramic terrace and admire all the beauty, a unique experience in the world.Continue to visit the Roman Baths and the civil forum We are waiting for you in Pompeii to discover together the magic of an eternal city suspended between history and legend

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.

Explore one of the most important archaeological sites in Europe with your expert guide. Stroll through the ancient streets and discover more about the daily life of citizens of Pompeii prior to the catastrophic eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. See many important buildings and structures which were essential for civic life in Roman times, such as the Basilica, the Forum, the thermal baths, and the Theater. Observe what remains of commercial and residential neighborhoods including a bakery and typical housing blocks. After exploring the site, enjoy the tranquil atmosphere as the sunsets over Pompeii at the end of your tour.

Join us on a journey back in time as we explore the ancient city of Pompeii! Bring your family, especially the little ones, as this tour is specially designed to be engaging and fun for all ages. We, Annarosa and Matteo, know how to bring history to life, captivating young minds with compelling stories and fascinating trivia. Get ready to participate in a series of interactive activities and games that will make the journey through Pompeii a truly unforgettable experience for children and adults alike!

Visiting Pompeii with an expert Guide will be a journey through time. Streets, markets, public buildings, religious temples and especially the beautiful Pompeii Domus, will relive the ancient splendors in the words of those who will reveal the mysteries of this charming "Roman city". Buried DA a volcanic eruption in the year 79d.C. , which has preserved all its ancient beauties, Pompeii will see the light again only from 1748, the year in which systematic excavations will begin. The guided tour lasts 2 hours, is customizable according to the needs of each and will not include other participants, being a private tour. Don't wait, book with us and the journey will begin!

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.

Make the most of your time in Pompeii with this archaeologist-led tour that touches on the highlights of the vast ancient city in just a few hours. Skip the hassle of following a map or guidebook and instead head straight to the blockbuster attractions such as 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.

Put on your augmented reality glasses and enjoy a unique, innovative and engaging tour of the archaeological excavations of Pompeii. Enter a different era and discover what Pompeii was like before the eruption of Vesuvius through augmented reality. Meet the Tour Assistant to learn the itinerary and easily find out how to use the glasses. All routes and reconstructions have been developed by a team of archaeologists and experts to show you how life was in Pompeii before the eruption. Your Tour Assistant will accompany and assist you throughout the tour. The glasses create holograms superimposed on the existing ruins, and show you what the most significant temples, houses, squares, theaters and buildings looked like before the eruption of 79 AD. (augmented reality) compared to today (reality). Walk among the ruins with your small group, and remember that our tour is suitable for people of all ages!

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.

Forgo typical tourist sightseeing with this 2-in-1 experience that combines Pompeii's history with local culture. After an intimate walking tour of Pompeii’s archaeological site, roll up your sleeves for a cooking class in the home of a local "mamma." In cozy and welcoming surroundings, you feel like you’re having a family lunch, creating a traditional pasta meal from scratch.

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.

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.

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.

EMOTIONS, INFORMATION AND SENSATIONS make this tour a perfect experience for everyone. Thanks to this experience it will be possible to travel through time and go back 2000 years, understanding the uses and customs of the city and feeling like a local citizen

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.