Explore the ancient city of Pompeii on a private walking tour tailored just for you. With a dedicated guide, skip the long lines and dive deep into the rich history of this archaeological marvel. Wander through cobblestone streets and grand forums, learning about vibrant Roman life frozen in time since 79 AD. Marvel at the Bath complex, uncover stories of luxury at the House of the Faun, and encounter haunting plaster casts of Pompeii’s victims. This personalized journey allows you to shape the experience, ensuring a unique connection with the past.
- Private tour with a licensed guide for an in-depth experience
- Skip the lines for a more relaxed exploration of Pompeii
- Flexible itinerary based on your interests and pace
- Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours, covering major highlights
Options
Private Tour in Portuguese
Private Tour in French
Private Tour in English
Private Tour in Spanish
Private Tour in German
What's included
Fully private tour with your own expert, licensed guide
Skip the lines and avoid the crowds for a relaxed, immersive experience
In-depth storytelling and expert insight for a truly unforgettable visit
Personalized itinerary tailored to your interests and pace
Food and beverages
Transportation to and from Pompeii
What to expect
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Meet your private guide at the Zeus Car Park meeting point
Archaeological Park of Pompeii
2h · Admission ticket included
Pompeii is a vast archaeological site in southern Italy’s Campania region, near the coast of the Bay of Naples. Once a thriving and sophisticated Roman city, Pompeii was buried under meters of ash and pumice after the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. The preserved site features excavated ruins of streets and houses that visitors can freely explore.
Foro de Pompeya
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The Forum was located at the heart of Pompeii, and was a thriving market and trade center, and also had many connections to politics.
Tempio di Giove Capitolino
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Dominated by the Vesuvius with its statues of Jupiter, Juno and Minerva, the temple was the Capitolium, similar to the one located in the Ancient Rome. The statues were highly placed to be visible to those passing in the Forum.
Macellum
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The Macellum of Pompeii was located on the Forum and as the provision market of Pompeii was one of the focal points of the ancient city. The building was constructed in several phases. When the earthquake of 62 CE destroyed large parts of Pompeii, the Macellum was also damaged.
Via dell’Abbondanza
Via dell’Abbondanza was the ancient main street (decumanus maximus) of ancient Pompeii, which ran across the city in the direction east/west from the Forum to the Porta Sarno.
In ancient times the street was crowded and noisy with many shops, workshops ("officinae”), cafes, snack-bars and restaurants for food and drink.
Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)
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The Forum Baths are located behind the Temple of Jupiter and date back to the years immediately after the founding of the colony of veterans by General Silla (80 BC). Women's and men's quarters had separate entrances. The men's section presents an apodyterium (dressing room), used also as a tepidarium (for medium temperature baths), frigidarium (for cold baths) and calidarium (for hot baths). Like many buildings in Pompeii, the baths were heavily damaged during the earthquake of 62 AD.
Lupanar
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The Lupanar of Pompeii is the most famous brothel in the ruined Roman city of Pompeii. It is of particular interest for the erotic paintings on its walls. Lupanar is Latin for "brothel". The Pompeii lupanar is also known as Lupanare Grande.
Casa del Fauno
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Delve into luxury at the House of the Faun, where exquisite frescoes and intricate mosaics tell stories of wealth and art,
Teatro Grande
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The Large Theater, where the people of Pompeii once gathered for grand performances beneath the open sky.
Basilica
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The Basilica is the most sumptuous building of the Forum, and its space was used to carry out business and for the administration of justice
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Meeting point is at Zeus Car Park, a short walk from Pompeii’s entrance
End point
Meeting point is at Zeus Car Park, a short walk from Pompeii’s entrance
Additional information
Specialized infant seats are available
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
