Top Pompeii Literary Tours

Explore the ancient ruins of Pompeii on this small-group tour. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the ruins and discover what life was like before the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. Follow your archaeologist guide around the western part of the town and see important buildings and structures such as the Basilica, the Forum, the thermal baths, a brothel, some residential homes, and more.

Explore the fascinating ancient city of Pompeii with an expert guide on this guided tour. Walk through the cobblestone streets to see the ruins of the forum, bathhouse, individual homes, and even a brothel. Gain fascinating insight into the tragedy of the city from the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius from your knowledgable guide.

A guided walking tour of the archaeological site of Pompeii introduces you to the history and remnants of the ancient Roman city, which was buried in volcanic ash after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. You'll learn how the residents were frozen in time, unaware of the danger, and see ruins such as the Forum, Thermal Baths, and preserved frescoes.

Experience one of the finest examples of early Roman life in its excavated ruins. In 79 AD nearby Mt. Vesuvius erupted with such force, it buried the city beneath ash and rubble. It wasn’t until the 18th Century that this 1st Century city was again revealed. The itinerary is tailored along a special path long about 2 kilometers that finally made Pompeii accessible to everyone.

IIt is a unique emotion to be guided by an archaeologist who has excavated in collaboration with the Hermitage museum in St. Petersburg. Through his words, you can relive the daily life that took place in Pompeii.

Go back in time two millennia on this intriguing guided walking tour of Pompeii. Meet your local guide at the entrance of the ancient archaeological site and get ready to explore the incredibly preserved Roman city, which has been frozen since Mt. Vesuvius erupted in AD 79. Highlights include the Forum, a theater, a ‘fast food’ restaurant and even a brothel. Have children with you? Then choose the family tour, which comes complete with puzzles and maps to engage the little ones.

Due to its massive size, tackling Pompeii on your own can be very tricky, even if you have a map. This Pompeii archaeological site walking tour is led by a guide who knows the grounds well so you won’t get lost. Plus, your guide knows the fastest ways to see the most important areas and tells you historical facts as you walk.

Skip the lines to enter Pompeii on a 3-hour tour that take you through the ancient city that was decimated by the explosion of Mt Vesuvius thousands of years ago. Follow your knowledgeable guide through the UNESCO World Heritage site to see the amazing ruins of ancient shops, temples, homes and more. Wrap up with a walk along the city walls for sweeping views of Naples and Capri. Your small-group tour is limited to 15 people in order to ensure a more personalized experience.

Visit Europe’s largest archeological site and one of Italy’s top attractions on this half-day Naples shore excursion to Pompeii. Your expert local guide offers a comprehensive look at the haunting highlights of Pompeii. See the thermal baths, the Forum, and Lupanare on this tour that is not to be missed, and explore worry-free thanks to Viator’s guaranteed on-time arrival to your ship. If time in Naples is limited, this it the best way to see it all!

With millions of visitors each year, the UNESCO-listed Roman ruins of Pompeii are one of the most popular sights in Italy. Zip past the crowds at the entrance with this pre-booked skip-the-line ticket and spend less time in line and more time exploring the ancient city. Marvel at the intact roads, homes, shops, baths, theater, and forum buried in volcanic ash from the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius almost 2,000 years ago.

Visit Pompeii with a private guide and explore the ruins of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed archaeological site. Once a thriving Roman town, Pompeii was buried beneath a blanket of volcanic rubble for centuries after the AD79 eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Pay your entrance fee direct, then head inside to learn all about it as you wander amid ancient streets and relics. Later, you'll soak up views of the infamous volcano from the bell tower of the Sanctuary of the Madonna of the Rosary.

Sip wine on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius during a lunch and wine tasting session. With a guide, you'll travel from the station near the Pompeii ruins to a family-owned winery in the volcanic hills. Meet the owners over a welcome drink, then tour the vineyard before you savor a 4-course lunch made with ingredients from the estate. Each course is paired with wine to complement the flavors, and you'll learn about wine growing in the region as you eat.

Get to know the wines produced from Pompeii's landscape on this excursion to the Bosco de Medici Winery with a private guide. You and your party will enjoy personalized attention while exploring the vineyards, cellars, and archaeological ruins. End up with a wine tasting and sample some of the local agricultural products.

Explore the incredible excavation sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, as well as the volcano that buried both cities in the first century, on this private tour. Drive to nearly the top of Mt. Vesuvius for a walk to the crater. Travel back in time to see what remains of Herculaneum and Pompeii, both cities remarkably well-preserved by the volcanic eruption. If you'd like to know more about the history of the sites, upgrade your tour to include a guide.