Pompeii archaeological site half-day tour with a local guide
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Pompeii archaeological site half-day tour with a local guide

4.6/5
Excellent
Based on 296 reviews
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£59.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • This half-day visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pompeii gives you a peek into ancient Rome
  • There's a two-hour guided tour through the streets, forum, markets and thermal baths of Pompeii
  • Mt Vesuvius looms in the distance, a reminder of the fateful eruption in 79AD that claimed the city
  • You'll see details of the frescoes on the walls of wealthy Roman homes from 2,000 years ago
  • Your local guide knows this archaeological site like the back of their hand
What to expect

Of all the Roman ruins in Italy, none is as poignant or fascinating as Pompeii. More than a moment frozen in time, it's a window into the past. You'll discover its remarkably well-preserved houses and landmark sites on this morning excursion to this UNESCO Word Heritage Site.

Buried under volcanic ash by the 79 AD eruption of Mt Vesuvius – which still looms large in the distance – Pompeii brings to life ancient Rome. You'll tread the cobbled streets brought to life by a two-hour guided commentary through headsets.

All the major highlights here are covered – the forum, thermal baths, gymnasium and the market piazzas. You can still see frescoes on the walls of the homes of the Roman elite. Walking through its ruins is like leafing through the pages of a living history book.

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What's included
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What to remember
  • You can't take any bag larger than 30x30x15cm into Pompei – there's a free-of-charge cloakroom where you can leave belongings
  • Please note, the duration of this tour is around five hours, with a two-hour guided tour around the archaeological site
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Food and drinks not included
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Provider
TUI ITALIA S.R.L.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.6/5

Based on 296 reviews from verified customers

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  • Phil Templeton

    From United States of America - September 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Very interesting trip to a fascinating place. Our guides for the day, Desiree & Jonny we’re both excellent & provided a wealth of knowledge which grea ...

  • Peter on the hill

    From United Kingdom - September 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    We had an excellent guide who was very knowledgeable. He took us to all the key locations. So, it was a very enjoyable and informative trip. Would hi ...

  • Millington

    From United Kingdom - September 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    We were 30mins late getting picked up at hotel and instead of a 5 hour round trip it was nearer 7 by the time we got dropped off at out hotel as we w ...

  • FPL

    From United States of America - September 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    I would have liked to have been informed that there was an hour and a half spent picking up other passengers before setting off to Pompeii. We had 2.5 ...

  • Alan

    From United States of America - September 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Cozza

    From United States of America - September 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

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