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The 15 Best Pompeii Tours & Tickets

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Pompeii covers sixty-six hectares and roughly a third of the houses are open on any given day, which is the single biggest argument for a guide. Below are the 15 best options, with entry-only tickets against guided walks led by archaeologists, how much ground each covers, whether Vesuvius or Herculaneum is added on, and current prices.

Pompeii: Entry Ticket and Guided Tour with an Archaeologist

Pompeii: Entry Ticket and Guided Tour with an Archaeologist - The $35 value: ticket, expert guide, and time saved

1.Pompeii: Entry Ticket and Guided Tour with an Archaeologist

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 19,459 reviews · 2 hours · from $35Our pick

A 2-hour Pompeii walking tour with an archaeologist, skip-the-line entry, small-group pacing, and headsets, covering key houses and forums.

“Our tour was incredible! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable about not just Pompeii but also the history of the time so she was able to provide context about the site and what it was like for people living there in the past. She led us on a great route to see the top spots in the site and then gave us advice on what else we may want to explore on our own. Great pace, ability to stop and take photos while also soaking in the experience without feeling rushed. 10/10. thank you!”

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Pompeii: Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide

Pompeii: Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide - Pompei Express vs Pompei+: picking the right ticket for your interests

From Naples: Pompeii Ruins & Mount Vesuvius Day Tour

From Naples: Pompeii Ruins & Mount Vesuvius Day Tour - The 7 to 7.5 hour schedule, and how it feels in real life

4.From Naples: Pompeii Ruins & Mount Vesuvius Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 11,459 reviews · from $120

A day trip from Naples that pairs guided Pompeii with a crater walk on Mount Vesuvius, plus pizza lunch and Bay of Naples views.

“Most liked the itinery of the day; schedule was adhered to. Felt the walk to Versuvius was a little rushed - the limoncello stop was unnecessary but I understand why tour operators do this - and limoncello was delicious!”

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From Rome: Pompeii, Amalfi Coast, and Sorrento Day Trip

From Rome: Pompeii, Amalfi Coast, and Sorrento Day Trip - Pompeii with a professional archaeologist, how to use your time well

5.From Rome: Pompeii, Amalfi Coast, and Sorrento Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7,031 reviews · 12 - 13 hours · from $79

Guided Pompeii with an archaeologist, Amalfi Coast scenic drive, Sorrento free time and limoncello tasting from Rome.

“The day trip to Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast, and Sorrento was amazing!! Our guide Laura did a fabulous job keeping the group well informed and telling us all about the historic sites on our journey towards Pompeii. In Pompeii, our ancient ruins tour guide, Lilia, was so knowledgeable and engaging while she took us around the highlights of the ruins and let us know what each place used to be before the devastation. The Amalfi Coast and Sorrento were quite beautiful with quaint shops and a breathtaking viewpoint. The bus ride to and from the area was very safe and comfortable thanks to our bus driver Gianni. Overall, it was…”

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From Rome: Pompeii, Amalfi Coast and Positano Day Trip

From Rome: Pompeii, Amalfi Coast and Positano Day Trip - Getting There by Coach: Comfort, Timing, and Road Reality

Pompeii Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist

Pompeii: Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist - 2 Hours vs 3 Hours: Choose the Right Depth Level

7.Pompeii Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,593 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35Near perfect

See Pompeii’s biggest highlights in 2 hours with an archaeologist guide, skip-the-line access, and key ruins like the Forum and theaters.

“Pompeii is a huge place. But thanks to our tour guide jolanta, we got a in-depth and efficient overview of the site. We gotta see some of the most interesting houses and ruins. She was incredibly knowledgeable, and made enjoyable what would’ve otherwise been an overwhelming experience.”

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Pompeii, Amalfi Coast and Positano Day Trip from Rome

Pompeii, Amalfi Coast and Positano Day Trip from Rome - Skip-the-line Pompeii: what the reserved entry actually buys you

8.Pompeii, Amalfi Coast and Positano Day Trip from Rome

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,250 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $101

Skip-the-line Pompeii, guided ruins, Amalfi Coast views, and free time in Positano on a long Rome day trip.

“This was a great day trip from Rome to Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast, and Positano. Our guide, Flavio, was incredibly personable and knowledgeable, and our driver, Julius, was excellent. Flavio also shared helpful tips on other places to visit and offered useful safety recommendations. Both Flavio and Julius were very organized and kept the tour on schedule. The tour included a few unnecessary stops (such as the limoncello factory), and there was a bit too much time spent on the bus. That said, both the guide and driver did an outstanding job overall. I highly recommend this tour for a day outside of Rome.”

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Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Day Trip from Rome with Pizza Lunch

Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Day Trip from Rome with Pizza Lunch - The long coach ride: comfort, timing, and staying sane

9.Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Day Trip from Rome with Pizza Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,151 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $90

Rome day trip to Pompeii with skip-the-line ruins and a guided tour, plus optional Vesuvius crater hike or geologist walk and pizza lunch.

“Veronica did a marvelous job coordinating a large tour group! Lots of history, shared with passion and humor. Had a great time at Pompeii and Vesuvius — will definitely have to come back! A+!”

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From Rome: Pompeii Day Trip with Optional Vesuvius and Lunch

From Rome: Pompeii Day Trip with Optional Vesuvius and Lunch - Pompeii skip-the-line and the 2-hour guided walk through daily Roman life

10.From Rome: Pompeii Day Trip with Optional Vesuvius and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,067 reviews · 9 - 12 hours · from $88

Skip-the-line Pompeii with a licensed guide, optional lunch, and Vesuvius by crater hike or geologist walk, all via comfortable Rome bus.

“Our trip was perfect!! The guide Ana was super cute, fun and had a lot of knowledge to pass on. The bus was super new and comfortable. The guide in Pompeii was Luigi, he was absolutely wonderful, he made the tour super light and fun and had a lot of experience. Lunch was absolutely fantastic, very tasty. THE BEST TOUR WEVE DONE IN ROME SO FAR! Don’t miss it!! At the and, Ana had a little surprise for the group and is was wonderful!”

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Naples or Sorrento: Full-Day Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Tour

Naples or Sorrento: Full-Day Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Tour - Where You Start in Naples or Sorrento, and Why It Matters

Pompeii & Mt.Vesuvius Day Tour from Naples with Pizza Lunch

Pompeii & Mt.Vesuvius Day Tour from Naples with Pizza Lunch - Pizza Lunch in Pompeii: Simple Included Fuel

12.Pompeii & Mt.Vesuvius Day Tour from Naples with Pizza Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,901 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $149

Guided Pompeii and a Vesuvius crater climb from Naples with pizza lunch, entrance fees, and pickup in a 7-hour day.

“We had high expectations for this tour as it was costly and we had great experience with viator tours in the past. Unfortunately, this tour was quite dissapointing. First of all, it promised hotel pick up and drop off, and neither were delivered. We started the tour by learning 5 mins before pick up that we had to go to a pick up lcation. We got on the bus at 9:40 and the Pompeii tour started at 11:30 due to total chaos at the Pompeii tour booth. (As a side note, if you have hearing problems in your right ear you will have to hand hold the ear piece you…”

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From Naples: Pompeii Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Tour

From Naples: Pompeii Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Tour - Skip-the-Line Entry and Live Guidance: What You Actually Need at Pompeii

Naples: Pompeii & Mt Vesuvius All-Inclusive Small Group w/ Lunch

Naples: Pompeii & Mt Vesuvius All-Inclusive Small Group w/ Lunch - Pompeii Archaeological Park walk: seeing daily life, not just ruins

14.Naples: Pompeii & Mt Vesuvius All-Inclusive Small Group w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,748 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $131

Naples day trip that pairs a guided walk through Pompeii with a volcanologist-led visit to Mount Vesuvius, plus pickup and lunch.

“We had an amazing trip under the guidance of Nadia — everything was perfectly organized and enjoyable. The lunch was absolutely delicious, and our guide in Pompeii, Leo, was fantastic! He shared so many fascinating stories and interesting facts that really brought the ancient city to life. Highly recommend this experience!”

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From Naples or Sorrento: Pompei Half-Day Tour

From Naples or Sorrento: Pompei Half-Day Tour - Skip-the-line entry, why €20 matters more than you think