Pompeii half-day tour
Excursions & day trips

Pompeii half-day tour

4.6/5
Excellent
Based on 344 reviews
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£56.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Two-hour guided tour of Pompeii
  • See Mt Vesuvius looming in distance
What to expect

Of all the Roman ruins in Italy, none is as poignant or fascinating as Pompeii. More than a moment frozen in time, it's a window into the past. You'll discover its remarkably well-preserved houses and landmark sites on this morning excursion to this UNESCO Word Heritage Site.

Buried under volcanic ash by the 79 AD eruption of Mt Vesuvius – which still looms large in the distance – Pompeii brings to life ancient Rome. You'll tread the cobbled streets brought to life by a two-hour guided commentary through headsets.

All the major highlights here are covered – the forum, thermal baths, gymnasium and the market piazzas. You can still see frescoes on the walls of the homes of the Roman elite. Walking through its ruins is like leafing through the pages of a living history book.

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What's included
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  • check Two-hour guided tour of Pompeii
  • check Audio headset guide
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What to remember
  • You can't take any bag larger than 30x30x15cm into Pompei – there's a free-of-charge cloakroom where you can leave belongings
  • Please note, the duration of this tour is around five hours, with a two-hour guided tour around the archaeological site
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Food and drinks not included
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Provider
TUI ITALIA S.R.L.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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4.6/5

Based on 344 reviews from verified customers

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  • ValDC

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled with a group of friends

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Very well organised trip and Dana was a great tour guide.

  • Toni Flo

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Carmen the tour guide was great, very passionate and knowledgeable on their subject. I felt 2 hours was too short a time, feel 3 hours would give you ...

  • Penny

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Graeme

    From United Kingdom - October 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Robin

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    A very good informed tour , just right to get an idea of Pompeii.

  • Boucher

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

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