Pompeii 2h Small-Group Tour with Expert Archaeologist

2 Hours Round trip from Ristorante Suisse Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 2-hour small-group walking tour of Pompeii
  • 02 Led by a licensed guide with a background in archaeology
  • 03 See key highlights including theatres, baths, and ancient houses
  • 04 Walk along Via dell’Abbondanza and visit the ancient main square
  • 05 Discover the House of Menander and the House of Faun
  • 06 Includes “Pompeii Express” entrance ticket
  • 07 Headsets provided for groups of 10 or more

Explore one of the world’s most remarkable archaeological sites on this 2-hour small-group walking tour of Pompeii. Led by a licensed guide with a background in archaeology, this experience offers an engaging introduction to the ancient Roman city preserved by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.

As you walk through the ruins, discover some of Pompeii’s most famous areas, including its theatres, baths, grand houses, the ancient main square, and Via dell’Abbondanza. With a small group and headsets provided for larger groups, you can follow the story of daily life in Pompeii while making the most of your time on site.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
City Pompeii
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Pompeii is an extraordinary archaeological site, an ancient Roman city preserved by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. During your visit to Pompeii with the guide in two hours, you will discover its most famous areas frescoes.Have a look of the so called Teatro Piccolo of Pompeii.Visit the most important Theater in PompeiiThe house of Menander is one of the richest and most magnificent houses in ancient Pompeii in terms of architecture, decoration and contents.These occupy a vast area between the Brothel lane, the Holconius crossroads and the Via Stabiana. They represent the oldest thermal complex in the city.Visit the most famous brothel in the ruined Roman city of Pompeii.Via dell’AbbondanzaThe house of Faun was one of the largest and most impressive private residences in Pompeii.Have a look of the ancient main square of Pompeii.Basilica was an open portico that gave shelter to merchants and other activities.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Ristorante Suisse 1 city · 2 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Licensed tour guide with a background in archaeology
  • “Pompeii Express” entrance ticket
  • Highlights visit of the Ruins within shortest time possible
  • Small-group tour (maximum 20 guests per guide)
  • Headsets (for groups of 10 or more)

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Pompeii's entrance ticket is always free on the first Sunday of each month
  • Pompeii's entrance ticket is always free for people under 18 years old but they must show a valid document (ID or Passport) on the day of the tour
  • Minimum numbers of 6 people per tour apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • This tour needs at least 6 people to be confirmed

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Ristorante Suisse, 10/13 Piazza Esedra, NA Pompei
Tour start
Ristorante Suisse, 10/13 Piazza Esedra, NA Pompei
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 hours finish where they began, in Ristorante Suisse.

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