Private Tours

Pompeii Private Guided Tour with Archaeologist

Temple of Apollo ruins with statue and columns in Pompeii, Italy.

Visitors observing a plaster cast of a volcano victim in Pompeii.

Ancient ruins of Pompeii with columns and archway, Mount Vesuvius in background.

Ancient ruins and columns at Pompeii Forum, Italy.

Duration

2 hrs

Open today

9:00am - 7:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Discover ancient Pompeii's untold secrets on this private tour, exploring historical marvels like the Forum, Domus, and Basilica with an expert guide.

4.9/5(45)

Schorn S

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Our guide, Diana, was very knowledgeable and had an excellent understanding of the history and architecture of Pompeii. We could understand her very well, and she was very skilled at selecting the sights to visit. We would love to take another tour with her.

Bruno B

Group

Verified booking

May 2026

We booked a private tour of Pompeii, and Vincenzo served as our guide. He led us through many areas of the ruins, explaining their purpose and sharing various interesting facts about life and history in Pompeii before the eruption. We were delighted with the tour and Vincenzo’s professionalism.

Clemens L

Group

Verified booking

Apr 2026

We booked the tour specifically for our family. It was a very informative tour of Pompeii; our guide, Rosana, was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. Her German was also very easy to understand. We would definitely recommend this private tour of Pompeii.

Pauline P

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

Thanks to our guide Paolo, we got to see Pompeii in excellent condition: Paolo was thorough, providing an overview of the city as well as pointing out small details we would never have noticed without his expert eye. It was a wonderful tour—thank you so much, Paolo!

Christina S

Group

Verified booking

Mar 2026

Everything was very well organized! The tour guide was excellent—she was great with the kids and answered all our questions perfectly. It was a truly wonderful day. I would 100% recommend it!

Explore Pompeii’s ruins, unlocking hidden details in the Forum, Domus, and Basilica on a crowd-free guided tour.

Skip the lines and step straight into history with fast-track access—no waiting in the heat.

Explore Pompeii’s ruins with an archaeologist who reveals excavation insights and hidden details.

Enjoy a fully private tour, setting your own pace and asking in-depth questions along the way.

Discover the ancient city's social aspects, from politics in the Basilica to fast food at the 'Thermopolis', ensuring an enriching experience.

2-hour guided tour of Pompeii with skip-the-line access

Expert English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French, or German-speaking archeological guide

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

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What our guests say
Schorn S
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Our guide, Diana, was very knowledgeable and had an excellent understanding of the history and architecture of Pompeii. We could understand her very well, and she was very skilled at selecting the sights to visit. We would love to take another tour with her.
Bruno B
Group
Verified booking
May 2026
We booked a private tour of Pompeii, and Vincenzo served as our guide. He led us through many areas of the ruins, explaining their purpose and sharing various interesting facts about life and history in Pompeii before the eruption. We were delighted with the tour and Vincenzo’s professionalism.
Simona S
Group
Verified booking
May 2026
Teresa is a highly knowledgeable archaeologist; she loves her work and is very kind and helpful!
Clemens L
Group
Verified booking
Apr 2026
We booked the tour specifically for our family. It was a very informative tour of Pompeii; our guide, Rosana, was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. Her German was also very easy to understand. We would definitely recommend this private tour of Pompeii.
Pauline P
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Thanks to our guide Paolo, we got to see Pompeii in excellent condition: Paolo was thorough, providing an overview of the city as well as pointing out small details we would never have noticed without his expert eye. It was a wonderful tour—thank you so much, Paolo!

A stroll through time

Your journey begins with an expert local archeological guide, who breathes life into the ruins of Pompeii with their wealth of knowledge and captivating storytelling. The 2-hour tour kicks off at Pompeii's heart, the Forum, once a lively epicenter where politics, commerce, and religion intersected. As you navigate through its ancient columns, it's hard to miss the city's complex ancient water system, a testament to Pompeii's advanced civilization, which even included lead pipes for plumbing, giving birth to the term 'Plumber'.

Hidden treasures and unraveling mysteries

Next, step into the world of a 'Domus', richly decorated houses that provide a vivid glimpse into the daily lives and luxuries of ancient Romans. As you explore, you may marvel at a 'Thermopolia', an ancient fast-food joint, a unique facet of Pompeii's social life. The journey continues to the awe-inspiring Basilica, a grand edifice that underlines Pompeii's economic and judicial sphere.

From the intricate frescoes to the remnants of an ambitious civilization, this guided tour offers an intimate encounter with history, captivating your imagination and leaving you with a deeper appreciation of Pompeii's enduring legacy.

What to bring

Full names are mandatory for Pompeii bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid Photo ID with you to gain entry.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Your ticket will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Display the ticket on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the main entrance of Pompeii, Porta Marina Superiore.

Address: Via Villa dei Misteri, 2, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy.

Guide identifier: Your guide will be standing outside the entrance gates holding a sign with your name on it.

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