Pompeii Quest: Escape the Eruption of Vesuvius

3.0 (2 reviews) Pompeii, Italy
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Duration1h 45m - 2h 15m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Your name is Octavia. You lived here almost 2,000 years ago. Today, as the sun climbs above Vesuvius, you begin reliving your last hours before the eruption: searching for your husband in the Forum, protecting your daughter, and escaping through streets that will soon be buried forever.

This self-guided quest takes you on a walk through the ruins of Pompeii. Using the Questo app on your smartphone, you follow Octavia's story at 14 stops: from the Forum and the Temple of Jupiter, through the House of the Faun and the Thermopolium, to the plaster casts of the Hortus of the Fugitives and the Amphitheatre.

One of the world's great archaeological sites, brought to life through a story that ends as Pompeii did.

Best during the day. Entry ticket to the Pompeii archaeological site required and not included. Explore 2.4 kilometres of ancient streets at your own pace.

Perfect for history lovers, couples, and families. No prior knowledge of Pompeii required.

What's included

  • One device works for up to 3 players; buy extra tickets for the full multiplayer experience
  • Best during the day — start early to allow 2+ hours inside the Pompeii site
  • See the plaster casts of the Hortus of the Fugitives and the Cave Canem mosaic
  • Visit the Forum, Temple of Jupiter, House of the Faun, and the Amphitheatre
  • Play as Octavia, reliving the last hours of Pompeii before the eruption of Vesuvius
  • Self-guided quest through the ruins of Pompeii
  • Live tour guide (self-guided via the Questo app)
  • Entry tickets.

What to expect

  1. 5m
    You will begin at the Ticket Office at Porta Marina Superiore. Here you will be given your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
  2. 5m
    Here you will find your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
  3. 5m
    Study your next clue on Centaurus Statue.
  4. 5m
    To unlock the next part of the story you will be given your next clue to solve the challenge that awaits you.
  5. 5m
    Look up your next clue to unlock the next part of the story and give you the correct directions.
  6. 5m
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at House of the Faun. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  7. 5m
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Fountain of Silenus. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  8. 5m
    Receive your next clue at Bakery. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  9. 5m
    Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
  10. 5m
    Explore at your own pace while admiring the Teatro Piccolo around you.
  11. 5m
    To solve the challenge that awaits you at House of the Ceii you will be given the next clue.
  12. 5m
    See the Thermopolium of Vetutius Placidus and get your next clue to solve the challenge and get new directions.
  13. 5m
    Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace. The Garden of the Fugitives an archaeological site.
  14. 5m
    To solve the challenge that awaits you at Plaque of Domenico Fontana you will be given the next clue.
  15. 5m
    You will finish at the Amphitheater. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The game starts at the Vicolo delle Terme stepping stones. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.

End point

You will finish at the Amphitheater.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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