Pompeii
English (Native)
2 hours
Private tour (only you and your group)
Up to 10 people

The Best of Pompeii - 2 hour Private Tour

Art, Culture, & Historical

The Best of Pompeii is a tour meant especially for those who visit Pompeii for the very first time .

We have cherry-picked the highlights to make you understand the site without having to wander for hours.

It's a great selection of paintigs, mosaics, sumptuous houses, ancient shops and, of course, the victims of the eruption.


Alex F.

5.00 / 5
(1 reviews)

Meeting Point

Porta Marina Superiore

09:00 AM

Porta Marina Superiore: Via Villa dei MIsteri, 2 - Pompei

Meet your guide at the main entrance: PORTA MARINA SUPERIORE, by the Hortus restaurant.

The meeting point is at less than a minute on foot from the Pompei Scavi station, coming from both Napoli or Sorrento.

Your guide will be holding a sign with your name.

09:10 AM

Porta Marina and defense walls.

Listen to the history of the ancient city and about waht happened on the day of the eruption, in 79AD

09:20 AM

Temple of Apollo

The temple of the god of the sun, religion and mythology

09:30 AM

The Forum

The ancient square, temple of Jupiter and market place

09:40 AM

Thermopolium

Ancient fast food. Find out from your guide what ancient diet used to be like.

09:50 AM

Pistrinum

Bakery, with oven and millstones.

10:00 AM

House of the Gilded CUpids

Visit a 2,000 years old rich roman house, with beautiful fresco paintings and mosaic,

Find out private life and how sustainable it used to be.

10:20 AM

Terme Centrali

A roman bath house, which was a place not only for bathing but also socializing.

10:30 AM

Plaster casts

Display of some casts of the victims of the eruption. Learn with your guide how peaople died and how the mould is made.

10:50 AM

Tetro Grande

The large theathre of Pompeii, used for ancient plays.

Ending Point

Porta Marina Inferiore

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide and taxes.

Travel information on how to reach the site

What‘s not included

Entrance tickets to Pompeii not included. Euro 18 per adults, free under 18 years of age.

On request, we can get the skip-the-line entrance tickets in advance for you.

Important Information

Rarely a visit of Pompeii can be compromised by weather conditions.

However, we may have to cancel a tour,, only for safety reasons, in case of very bad weather.

At summer bring water and wear comfortable shoes.

Hat and sunscreen are highly recommended.

Bags bigger that 30x30x15 cms are not allowed in the site

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I reach the meeting point?

Pompei can be easily reached by train if coming from Sorrento or Napoli.

We will be pleased to help with directions and timetable.

If coming by car, we will suggest the best parking place.

How do I recognize the guide?

The guide will be holding a sign with your name.

Is the tour ideal for kids?

Yes, we always involve kids in the visit first, engaging them with Q&As games!

Is transportation included in the reservation?

No, transportation costs to and from Pompeii are not included.

We can help to reserve a driver, if you prefer.

Reviews

H

Hayley K.

5 / 5
May 28, 2023

Amazing 2 hour tour

Amazing knowledge and interest and will take you away from the crowds Alex is superb

$26/ per person

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