Pompeii Tickets & Tours

Skip long ticketing queues & save upwards of an hour with timed entry. Explore the city silenced by ash at your own pace.

• Everything you get: Walk straight into Pompeii at your reserved time slot. Discover the highlights of the main archaeological park featuring the Forum, amphitheater, ancient baths, plaster casts of victims, and residential homes.
• Why choose this: The most budget-friendly, no-fuss way to access the world’s best-preserved Roman city and explore its highlights on your own terms.
• Upgrades: The Pompeii Plus Ticket adds entry to the suburban villas (Villa of the Mysteries, Villa of Diomede, Villa Regina in Boscoreale) and the Antiquarium, with free Artebus shuttle transfers between sites.
• Alternatively, opt for a mulitlingual audio guide or a printed multilingual guidebook to carry with you on-site.

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry to Pompeii Archaeological Park
• Pompeii Plus Ticket with entry to Villa of the Mysteries, Villa of Diomede, Villa Regina (Boscoreale), the Antiquarium with shuttle transfers between sites (as per option selected)
• Physical/digital audio guide in multiple languages: English, Spanish, German, French, Italian. Portuguese, Hebrew, Chinese, Russian, and Dutch as per availability (as per option selected)
• Multilingual guidebook in Italian, English, French, Spanish, German, Dutch, Russian. Portuguese, Chinese, Hebrew, Polish, Czech, and Hungarian as per availability (as per option selected)

Exclusions

• Hotel transfers
• Meals

What to bring

• Valid photo ID for entry; full names are mandatory for Pompeii bookings.
• Earphones if you’ve booked an audio guide. If you are given a physical audio guide, ensure you arrive prepared with wired earphones (3.5mm jack).

What’s not allowed

• Large dogs over 10kg/40cm (guide dogs with certification are welcome).
• Revealing clothing or shirtless attire inside the Archaeological Park.

Accessibility

• South-side entrances are wheelchair accessible; main gate is not.
• Free entry for disabled visitors and one companion.

Additional information

• Whether you will be allotted a digital pr physical audio guide will be communicated at the time of booking. You can decide what kind of earphones to bring accordingly.
• If you're handed a physical audio guide, you must leave a personal document like a passport as security at the supplier's office before collecting the guide. After your tour, you must drop off the headsets and your document will be returned to you.
• Free entry for children under 18 with valid ID.
• EU residents 18–24 (and non-EU with Italian permits) get €2 tickets.
• Free admission on the first Sunday of every month.
• Cloakroom and luggage storage available at the Superiore Entrance.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Skip ticketing queues and explore Pompeii with flexible audio guidance at your own pace

• Everything you get: Explore Pompeii independently with an audio guide that brings its ruins to life as you move through the site. Discover ancient homes, artifacts, and plaster casts, with insights into daily Roman life. Visit key highlights like the House of the Faun, the Lupanar, and more.
• Why choose this: Combine the freedom to explore at your own pace with expert-backed context, so you don’t miss the story behind what you’re seeing. Pause, replay, and move on your schedule.
• Upgrades: Choose a digital audio guide in 5 languages for a flexible, phone-based experience, or upgrade to a physical audio guide in 10 languages with headphones included for a more seamless, phone-free visit without worrying about battery or connectivity. Extend your visit with Pompeii Plus access to suburban villas like Villa of the Mysteries and Villa of Diomede, or add a multilingual guidebook for extra context.

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry to Pompeii
• Digital audio guide in English, Spanish, French, german, and Italian (as per option selected)
• Physical audio guide in 10 languages; English, Spanish, German, French, Italian. Portuguese, Hebrew, Chinese, Russian, and Dutch as per availability (as per option selected)
• Access to the suburban areas like Villa of the Mysteries, Villa of Diomede, Villa Regina in Boscoreale and the Antiquarium (as per option selected)
• Guidebook in Italian, English, French, Spanish, German, Dutch, Portuguese, Chinese, Russian, Hebrew, Polish, Czech, Hungarian (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Live guide Hotel transfers Meals

What to bring

• Valid photo ID for entry; full names are mandatory for Pompeii bookings.
• Earphones if you’ve booked an audio guide. If you are given a physical audio guide, bring wired earphones (3.5mm jack).
• Comfortable shoes are recommended due to uneven terrain and moderate walking.

What’s not allowed

• Large dogs over 10kg/40cm (guide dogs with certification are welcome).
• Revealing clothing or shirtless attire inside the Archaeological Park.

Accessibility

• Uneven terrain and limited accessibility across the site.
• South-side entrances are more accessible; the main entrance is not recommended for wheelchair users.
• Not ideal for visitors with impaired mobility or cardiac conditions.
• Free entry for disabled visitors and one companion.

Additional information

• For physical audio guides, a valid ID (such as a passport) must be deposited as security and the handheld device must be returned after the visit.
• Facilities include cloakroom and luggage storage at the Superiore Entrance.
• Free entry for children under 18 with valid ID.
• EU residents aged 18–24, and eligible non-EU residents with Italian permits, can avail reduced ticket prices.
• Free admission on the first Sunday of every month.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Understand Pompeii clearly with expert storytelling, a well-paced route, and archaeologist-led small group options.

• Everything you get: Join a guided tour of Pompeii with pre-booked entry that lets you bypass ticket purchase queues and start exploring with your group. Walk through key areas of the archaeological park with an expert guide, with headsets included so you can hear clearly throughout.
• Why choose this: Make sense of Pompeii’s vast ruins with structured storytelling and historical context, so you don’t miss key sites or struggle to piece things together on your own.
• Upgrades: Choose a group of up to 30 for a budget-friendly tour, up to 20 with an archaeologist for deeper insights, or a semi-private group of up to 12 for more interaction.
• Upgrade to a Plus tour to extend your visit beyond the main ruins (Small Group to 20 pax)

Inclusions

• Guided tour of Pompeii with skip-the-line entry
• Expert English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Chinese, or Japanese-speaking guide (as per option selected)
• Small group tour with an archeologist guide with up to 20 guests (as per option selected)
• Semi-private tour with an archeologist guide with up to 12 guests (as per option selected)
• Plus guided tour with small group of up to 20 guests (as per option selected)
• Headsets

Exclusions

• Hotel transfers
• Meals

What to bring

• A valid ID or passport for tour entry.
• Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
• Comfortable walking shoes

What's not allowed

• Pets
• Drugs and weapons
• Large purses, bags, or backpacks
• Discourteous clothing or shirtless attire

Accessibility

• This experience is not the best fit for people with impaired mobility and cardiac issues.

Additional information

• Entry is free for all first Sundays of the month.
• To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour.
• Full names are mandatory for Pompeii bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Contrast the epic scale of Pompeii with the close-up details of Herculaneum with easy, priority entry.

• Everything you get at Herculaneum: Bypass the ticket queues and explore Herculaneum’s remarkably preserved ruins at your own pace. Walk through ancient streets, frescoed villas, and bathhouses, choosing your own route and saving precious time.
• Everything you get at Pompeii: Skip 1–2 hour-long lines, and enter Pompeii at your reserved time. Discover the Forum, amphitheatre, ancient baths, plaster casts, and homes, exploring the city’s highlights frozen in time, on your own schedule.
• Why choose this combo: Get a fuller picture of the 79 AD Vesuvian eruption by seeing how two communities, only miles apart, were preserved in remarkably different ways.

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry to Pompeii
• Timed entry to Herculaneum

Exclusions

• Transfers between sites
• Guide

What to bring

• Bring a valid photo ID for entry (mandatory for Pompeii bookings).
• Wear comfortable walking shoes, as both sites have uneven terrain.
• Bring water, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat, as both sites are mostly outdoors.
• The experience runs rain or shine, so consider a light raincoat or umbrella.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside either site.
  
• Pets are not allowed, except certified service/guide dogs.
• Smoking, alcohol, and drugs are strictly prohibited on site.
• Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment may be restricted in some areas.

Accessibility

• Both sites have uneven surfaces and limited wheelchair access.
• Visitors with mobility challenges may find the experience difficult.
• At Herculaneum, some areas are accessible via ramps, though portions remain restricted.
• Accessible restrooms are available at both sites.

Additional information

Herculaneum

• Children must always be accompanied by an adult.
• The experience may vary due to restoration work or site restrictions.
• The site is open from 8:30am to 5pm from 15 October to 15 March (last entry 3:30pm), and from 8:30am to 7:30pm between 16 March and 14 October (last entry 6pm).
• Free entry is available on the first Sunday of each month and select national holidays, and reduced tickets are offered for eligible visitors with valid documentation.

Pompeii

• Full names must match ID for ticket validation. It's recommended to double-check at checkout.
• Tickets are free for visitors with disabilities and one companion (issued on-site).
• Children under 18 enter free with a valid ID.
• EU citizens aged 18–24 (and non-EU residents with Italian permits) receive reduced tickets.
• Free entry on the first Sunday of each month.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

• Discover the ancient Roman town of Pompeii on an exclusive small-group guided tour for a personalized exploration.
• With an English-speaking expert guide, uncover the secrets of Pompeii at the Basilica and the ancient Stabian Baths—the oldest thermal complex in the city.
• Opt for an early morning access and explore Pompeii as the gates open, guaranteeing a tranquil and uncrowded ambiance.
• Roam around the Lupanar, renowned as the world's oldest brothel, and the Casa del Menandro, an impressive residence from ancient Pompeii.

Inclusions

• 3-hour guided tour of Pompeii with entry
• English-speaking archaeological guide
• Small group tour of Pompeii
• Entry to Villa dei Misteri

Exclusions

• Transportation on meeting spot
• Food & drinks

• Tip: For a better perspective, ascend to the highest tiers of Teatro Grande to enjoy a sweeping view of the theater and its surroundings.
• A valid ID or passport is required for entry.
• Full names of all visitors must be provided at the time of booking.
• It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.
• It is recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen and water. Flip-flops are not suitable.
• Only small dogs on a leash can be brought inside the park. Guide dogs with a certificate are permitted.
• Flash photography and tripods are allowed in this experience.
• Facilities: cloakroom.
• This tour is not recommended for travelers with mobility issues or impairments, because of challenging terrain.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Uncover Pompeii’s past with an archaeologist who shares excavation insights and hidden details most tours miss.

• Bypass the crowds with skip-the-line access and enjoy a quieter, more immersive tour.
• Explore Pompeii with an archaeologist who reveals hidden stories and rare details most visitors miss.
• With a private guide, explore at your own pace and focus on what fascinates you most.
• Discover hidden details most visitors miss, from Thermopolia (ancient fast-food stalls) to political graffiti.

Inclusions

• 2-hour guided tour of Pompeii with skip-the-line access
• Expert English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French, or German-speaking archeological guide

• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• The available languages for the tour are English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian or German.
• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
• Full names are required for Pompeii bookings—double-check at checkout. Bring a valid photo ID for entry.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Explore Pompeii with a detailed map and itinerary to discover both major and hidden highlights on your own.

• Everything you get: Get priority entry at the Porta Marina Inferiore entrance. Independently explore the vast ruins with a detailed multilingual physical guidebook and roadmap, ensuring you don't miss the big and small details that make this site remarkable.
• Why choose this: Enjoy the freedom of exploring on your own while still gaining valuable insights from the informative guidebook. The included map makes navigating the site easy and thorough, offering the perfect balance of independence and guided support.
• Upgrades: Tick off the suburban villas including Villa of the Mysteries, Villa of Diomede, etc. with shuttle transfers included. Want in-ear commentary too? Opt for audio guides to gain more in-depth context.

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry ticket to Pompeii
• Guidebook in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Russian, Portuguese, Dutch, and Polish
• Map and itineraries

Exclusions

• Live guide
• Transfers
• Meals

What to bring

• Valid ID proof
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sun protection
• Headphones (if audio guide is availed)

What's not allowed

• Weapons and intoxicants
• Pets

Accessibility

• Cobblestone paths are a challenge to wheelchair users
• This experience is not suited for people with limited mobility
• Baby carriers are recommended in favor of prams

Additional information

• Before you enter the archeological park, collect the guidebook and map from the ticket office located on the first floor of the Pompei Scavi train station.
• Ticket holders for this experience must use the dedicated line at the Porta Marina Inferiore entrance of Pompeii in Piazza Esedra.
• Tip: Try a 'Pompeiian Loaf', or panis quadratus, from nearby bakeries, a local bread recreated from a 2,000-year-old recipe found in Pompeii.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Skip long lines at Pompeii’s ruins and Mt Vesuvius. Benefit from insightful audio guides at both sites.

• Everything you get at Pompeii: Step inside Pompeii’s ruins with skip-the-line entry and explore temples, forums, and frescoed villas frozen in time. The included audio guide gives you the context of everyday Roman life cut short by the eruption of 79 AD.
• Everything you get at Vesuvius: Climb Mt. Vesuvius with direct park access and stand on the crater rim of the volcano that buried Pompeii. Your audio guide explains its geology and destructive history, connecting the eruption to what you’ve just seen in the ruins.
• Why choose this combo: See cause and effect in one trip, Pompeii’s ruins and the volcano that destroyed them. Skip the lines, explore at your own pace, and learn about its monumental history and archaeology with a multilingual audio guide—all while saving with a single ticket.

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line Pompeii Express entry tickets
• Vesuvius National Park entry ticket
• Audio guide in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian

Exclusions

• Transfers between sites
• Live guide

What to bring

• Valid photo ID for entry; full names are mandatory for Pompeii bookings.
• Earphones for the audio guide.

What’s not allowed

• Large dogs over 10kg/40cm (guide dogs with certification are welcome).
• Revealing clothing or shirtless attire inside the Archaeological Park.

Accessibility

• South-side entrances are wheelchair accessible; main gate is not.
• Free entry for disabled visitors and one companion.

Additional information

• Free entry for children under 18 with valid ID.
• EU residents 18–24 (and non-EU with Italian permits) get €2 tickets.
• Free admission on the first Sunday of every month.
• Cloakroom and luggage storage available at the Superiore Entrance.
• Online ticket holders should use Piazza Porta Marina Inferiore entrance for shorter lines.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.