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Overview
Travel back thousands of years to the days of Ancient Rome on this 2-hour guided walking tour of Pompeii, with entry included. Explore the UNESCO-listed Pompeii Archaeological Park, and learn the secrets of top attractions including the Forum, the Basilica, and the Stabian Baths. Admire Roman frescoes and graffiti in the Casa del Menandro, see theaters where Pompeiians were entertained, and learn of life here before Mount Vesuvius’ catastrophic 79 AD eruption. Numbers are limited to 20 on this small-group tour, to ensure personalized attention from your expert archaeologist guide.
Duration: 2 hours
Experience
Highlights
Location
Pompeii ruins main entrance, known as the Porta Marina Superiore. (Please be aware that there are three different entrances, and head to the Porta Marina Superiore to meet us)
Pompeii Archaeological Park, Porta Marina, Via Villa dei Misteri, 2, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy
Address
Via Marina, 6, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy
Itinerary
- Meet Your Expert Archaeological Guide
- Check in with your Askos Tours representative at the Porta Marina Superiore, the main entrance of the UNESCO-listed ruins. The representative will be holding up an Askos Tours sign. With your admission tickets to hand, beat the queue and head straight into the Pompeii Archaeological Park. Here, meet your expert archaeological guide and begin your guided walking tour.
- As you wander along the ancient streets to the Forum – the main square and the once-beating heart of bustling Pompeii – gaze up at the imposing peak of Mount Vesuvius as your guide brings this ancient city’s dramatic history to life.
- Admission Included to UNESCO-listed Pompeii
- During your 2-hour walking tour, learn the hidden secrets of top attractions including the Basilica, the Thermopolium of Asellina, and the Stabian Baths – the oldest thermal complex in the city.
- In the granary, discover casts of local residents caught in the ash following Vesuvius’ eruption. Admire the House of Faun – one of the largest and most impressive private residences in Pompeii – and stroll along the Via dell’Abbondanza to the Teatro Grande, the most important theater in Pompeii.
- We’ll also take in the Lupanar – the world’s oldest house of ill repute – and the Casa del Menandro, one of ancient Pompeii’s most impressive residences. As we explore, you’ll fall in love with ancient Roman artworks, and explore theaters where people would once have laughed, mingled, and enjoyed the entertainments of the day.
- Conclude Your Guided Walking Tour
- After two hours spent learning of life in Pompeii those thousands of years ago, your walking tour will come to an end within the ancient ruins.
Inclusions
- Entry tickets to the Pompeii Archaeological Park
- Licensed expert archaeologist guide
- Headsets (for groups larger than 10 people)
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
- What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Water
The tour takes place in rain or shine, so we recommend bringing an umbrella or a raincoat with you
- Important Info
Our guides operate a flexible route/itinerary, to account for any opening and closing restrictions or restoration work. As such, the exact sites you visit on your tour may vary.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For under 18s, please bring your ID card/passport with you.
This tour is not recommended for travelers with mobility issues or impairments, because of challenging terrain. Please contact us and ask for a suitable private tour for your needs.
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.