Top Pompeii Dining Experiences

Get ready to begin your journey through the volcanic vineyards of Mount Vesuvius with this exclusive Superior Wine Tasting experience! Surrounded by breathtaking views and centuries-old vines, you’ll taste the best of what this rich, fertile land has to offer, paired with a full-course lunch that showcases the heart of Campanian cuisine. You’ll be welcomed like family at our winery on the slopes of Vesuvius. Your experience begins with a quick tour of our property and then, the best moment: food and wines await you! Your sommelier will walk you through each glass, with stories of the land, the grapes, and the winemaking traditions passed down through generations. All ingredients are fresh, local, and prepared with care — often sourced directly from the garden steps away. This is more than a wine tasting — it’s an immersive experience into the flavors, history, and passion. The wines are bold, the food is unforgettable, and the setting is truly unique! Min. 2 participants per booking

Immerse yourself in Italian culture as you sit down to a traditional Neapolitan dinner in the foothills of the towering Mount Vesuvius. Visit a local family for a private dinner and experience an authentic Italian meal complete with starters, pasta, a main course, and dessert. Your hosts explain each dish as its presented and answer any questions you have about the gastronomy or local culture.

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.

Sip local wines, enjoy a seafood lunch, and learn a bit about history too on this private culinary experience. Travel around a local vineyard easily on a golf cart in the company of your private guide and learn about the area’s wine production. See some of the ruins of Pompeii before tucking in to a four-course seafood lunch featuring octopus, sea bass raviolo, turbot fillet, and homemade dessert.

Though known for its Roman history, Pompeii also boasts a rich culinary culture that foodies mustn’t miss. Uncover the secrets of Napalese cuisine in this private cooking class and be welcomed into the home of a local for hands-on experience creating three regional classics. Afterwards, sit down with your host to savor your homemade meal and be immersed in Italian traditions over wine, coffee, and conversation.

Get to know the wines produced by Pompeii's volcanic landscape on this excursion to the Bosco de Medici Winery with a private guide. Enjoy personalized attention while exploring the vineyards, cellars, and archaeological ruins, and cap off your tour with a wine tasting and lunch prepared using local agricultural products.

Discover the famous Mount Vesuvius, without the struggle of hiking up steep slopes, with this small-group horseback riding tour. Participate in a short training session before setting out on a relaxed ride surrounded by nature and beautiful views of the active volcano, more than 1,600 feet (500 meters) above sea level.

Step back in time 2,000 years and discover the food habits of ancient Pompeiians on this exciting food tour. With a private guide, dress up in typical clothing of the time and dine like a senator or matron of the time. Feast on dishes from the time period and learn about the history of the ancient city from your host.

Vesuvius is my home, and I couldn’t imagine living anywhere else. It is an extraordinary land, rich in nature, history, and traditions. The tour begins among our vineyards, where I will share the story of my family and my ancestors, among the first farmers of Boscotrecase. Walking through the vines, you will discover our native grape varieties and the cultivation techniques we still use today. The visit continues to our small museum on the terrace, set in the heart of the vineyards, where we have collected the ancient tools once used to work the land — a true journey back in time. From here, you can take stunning photos while admiring unique views: Pompeii from above, the Sorrento Peninsula, and the island of Capri. The experience concludes with a tasting of our wines, accompanied by a genuine lunch prepared by my mother, featuring the authentic flavors of local tradition. An authentic, family-driven, and unforgettable experience at the foot of Mount Vesuvius.

You'll start with a welcome aperitif featuring local cheeses and grilled vegetables before diving into a cooking lesson on making fresh pasta and tiramisu from scratch. After the lesson, sit down to enjoy a delicious 2-course vegetarian lunch with your creations, accompanied by wine. This small-group experience is perfect for food lovers and those looking to learn the art of Italian cooking in a beautiful setting.

Experience the flavours of Mount Vesuvius where volcanic soil, Vesuvian wines and Neapolitan cuisine come together. Visit a historic family-run vineyard and discover the volcanic terroir that gives the region’s wines their distinctive character. Learn about indigenous grape varieties and taste three estate wines, including the renowned Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio DOC. Continue with a traditional Neapolitan lunch prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients, enjoyed alongside panoramic views of Mount Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples. More than a wine tasting, this is an immersive journey into the landscape, flavours and traditions of Campania — a chance to experience the Vesuvian countryside at a relaxed pace and discover a side of southern Italy beyond the usual tourist route.

What makes this experience truly magical is the total immersion in the slow rhythm of the Coast: here you are not just a guest, but the protagonist of a story that goes from land to table. The emotion begins with the collection of ingredients, touching the generosity of the earth. Under the expert Guide of the chef, among the enveloping aroma of lemons, you will transform these raw materials into authentic dishes, discovering the secrets of local tradition. The day ends between the regenerating quiet of the gardens and the sympathy of the farm animals, turning a lunch into an indelible memory. It is a return to the origins that smells of home, citrus and conviviality: the purest essence of Mediterranean life.

Explore the ancient city of Pompeii on a 3-hour private walking tour. Follow your guide around the city ruins covered in volcanic ash since 79 A.D. and learn about how the Romans lived before the eruption. Walk through the ancient city and see structures such as the thermal baths, the Forum, the Basilica, a theater, fountains, and much more. This private tour can be customized to your needs and preferences.

Step back to 79 AD — without the volcano. At Caupona, Pompeii's acclaimed Roman tavern, slip into authentic patrician attire and dine beneath frescoed arches and candlelight. Savor recipes inspired by Apicius's classical Roman cookbooks, from an introductory tasting to an extravagant 5-course banquet paired with regional Campania wine. Deepen your journey by adding direct-entry admission to the Pompeii Archaeological Park, or upgrade with a licensed expert guide (in English or Chinese) to bring the frozen city back to life. With table reservations, costumes, and the ruins moments away, it’s the ultimate hassle-free ancient Roman day out. - Immersive Ancient Feast: Dine in Roman costume surrounded by faithful 1st-century frescoes - Historic Culinary Heritage: Savor recipes inspired by ancient Roman culinary traditions - Seamless Ruins Entry: Add direct QR-code admission to Pompeii Archaeological Park - Expert Live Guide: Explore the ruins with a licensed guide in English or Chinese

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive cooking demo and taste authentic recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Savor a curated food and wine experience at an organic winery on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius, where every dish reflects Campania’s rich volcanic terroir. Delight in a thoughtfully prepared organic lunch featuring seasonal ingredients grown right on-site, each course perfectly paired with the estate’s exquisite wines, including the famous Lachryma Christi! The stunning views of the Gulf of Sorrento and Capri in front of you will create an unforgettable dining experience. Enjoy the convenience of roundtrip transportation from Pompei or nearby towns for a seamless adventure in taste and scenery.

Booking with us means indulging in the pleasure of the oenological and culinary experience of the products generously offered by our volcanic land. Immersed in the Vesuvius national park you can undertake a unique and complete tour: tasting of local wines, lunch with typical dishes of our tradition and visit to the vineyards and cellars.

If you want to completely immerse yourself in the gastronomic world of this volcanic territory, a treasure trove of history, art, archeology and culinary peculiarities, you can choose this tasty experience: the tasting includes the selection of wines, from rosé to reds, combined with Neapolitan dishes.

Explore the two areas most devastated by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79, Pompeii and Herculaneum. This half-day tour explores the two archaeological sites where visitors can see the remains of the cities's buildings, including stores, the Forum, the courthouse, thermal baths, the Temple of Augustalium, and more. Learn about the daily life of the ancient Romans from your archaeologist guide.

Join us for a one-of-a-kind experience on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius, with nature, food, and local culture! Your adventure begins with convenient pickup from your hotel or apartment; upon arrival, you'll be welcomed into a beautiful property on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius, our iconic volcano! We'll make a traditional meal and prepare everything for you: charcuterie, vegetables, and seasonal delicacies. In the meantime, you'll have the opportunity to sample a variety of the region's wines, each one grown in the rich volcanic soil that surrounds you. This is more than just a meal—it’s an unforgettable experience that allows you to immerse yourself in the natural beauty, feel like you're having dinner with your friends, and share stories while creating unforgettable memories!

Francesca will lead you through the step-by-step process of making the perfect pizza dough. You'll get your hands deliciously messy as you knead and shape the dough, learning the art of achieving that sought-after thin and airy crust. Then comes the fun part: selecting your toppings from a bountiful array of fresh vegetables, locally-cured meats, and premium cheeses. Throughout the class, you'll be immersed in a convivial atmosphere, exchanging stories and laughter with Francesca and your fellow aspiring pizza artisans. As the pizzas bake to perfection in the crackling wood-fired oven, you'll savor the delightful aromas wafting through the air, creating an atmosphere that truly captures the essence of Italian hospitality and cuisine. By the end of the class, you'll have gained a newfound confidence in crafting your own authentic Neapolitan pizza at home, leaving you well-prepared to impress your friends and family with your newfound culinary prowess

The Bosco de' Medici Caveau is not a tasting room — it is a private world unto itself. Unlike standard winery visits, this experience takes place in an exclusive underground sanctuary that is never open to the public. Access is by private reservation only, meaning your group will have the entire space — and a dedicated sommelier — entirely to yourselves. The wines you will taste are grown in one of the most extraordinary terroirs on earth: volcanic soil at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, where centuries of eruptions have created a mineral richness that cannot be replicated anywhere else. With a maximum of 8 guests per session, intimacy is guaranteed. This is not a group tour — it is a personal, unhurried journey through volcanic wine culture, led by an expert who is there for you alone.

"Live a unique experience between history and flavors! Stroll through centuries-old vineyards near the site of 79 AD.C., discover the secrets of winemaking and enjoy a guided tasting of local wines. Finish with a gourmet lunch celebrating local products."