Frequently Asked Questions about Pompeii
Frequently Asked Questions about Pompeii
Explore the most frequently asked questions about Pompeii right here on this page. We’ve conveniently categorized them for easy navigation, covering everything from tickets and tours to planning your visit and regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tickets & Tours
Frequently Asked Questions about Planning your visit
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Look Below to Find More Details About Each Ticket in Our Curated Selection of Pompeii Tickets and Tours
Bestseller Pompeii Entrance Ticket
Pompeii Express: Reserved Entrance With Optional Audio Guide
81.1K+ Reviews
€23.50
Tiqets
Those witnesses of the history is something that every single person should see. It is our history, the history of humanity…
Top Selling Pompeii Guided Tours
Pompeii Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
9.4K+ Reviews
€44
Headout
“The explanation in the emails of how to get to the meeting point was very easy and detailed.”
Pompeii: Entry Ticket and Guided Tour with an Archaeologist
14.2K+ Reviews
€51
GetYourGuide
“Judas accompanied us inside Pompeii with a determined awareness of the topics covered, not sparing himself with anecdotes and details.”
Top-Rated Pompeii Combo Ticket
Combo (Save 5%): Pompeii + Herculaneum Tickets
12.9K+ Reviews
€40.28
Headout
“Visiting Pompeii was a fantastic experience! Everything went smoothly, though, as expected, it was quite crowded with tourists. “
Most Popular Pompeii Day Trips
From Naples: Pompeii Ruins & Mount Vesuvius Day Tour
11K+Reviews
€107
GetYourGuide
“Fantastic day! Met our tour guide promptly outside the Hotel and the day started with climbing Mount Vesuvius, beautiful clear day! We then headed to Pompeii and had a lovely lunch which included pizza!”
Bestseller Pompeii Entrance Ticket
Pompeii Express: Reserved Entrance With Optional Audio Guide
Explore Pompeii at your own pace with a Reserved Pompeii ticket. Elevate your experience by opting for an enriching audio guide, providing essential information about the ancient city.
“Pleasant, clear information with smooth operation. We received a free map with the main attractions and advice on the route. The audio guide was perfect.“
Figo, Sep 2024 [Source: Tiqets]
Top Selling Pompeii Guided Tours
Pompeii Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
See the marvels of the archaeological site of Pompeii on a comprehensive 2 or 3-hour guided tour with a knowledgeable guide. Select a guide fluent in English, German, Japanese, Spanish, French, or Portuguese, and delve into insights about the early Romans’ lifestyle.
“The explanation in the emails of how to get to the meeting point was very easy and detailed. The guided tour started at the agreed time and the guide’s explanations were clear and interesting. Highly recommended. You are left wanting more tour but Pompeii is very big and in just one visit you can’t see everything.” Jorge – Jan, 2024 [Source: Headout]
Pompeii: Entry Ticket and Guided Tour with an Archaeologist
Join a 2-hour walking tour of Pompeii with a local archaeologist, featuring a Pompeii ticket with skip-the-line access. Explore top landmarks such as the Casa del Fauno, the Temple of Jupiter, the Basilica, the Forum, and ancient baths in the company of a small group.
“Judas accompanied us inside Pompeii with a determined awareness of the topics covered, not sparing himself with anecdotes and details. Her friendliness was the added value as was her sensitivity in dealing with certain topics even for children. 
”* GetYourGuide traveler – Italy; Jan, 2024 [Source: GetYourGuide]
Top-Rated Pompeii Combo Ticket
Combo (Save 5%): Pompeii + Herculaneum Tickets
Step into the past with this cost-saving combo ticket, granting you access to Pompeii and Herculaneum—two of Italy’s most extraordinary UNESCO-listed ruins. Roam freely through the ash-frozen streets of Pompeii, where grand villas, temples, and mosaics whisper stories of a lost civilization.
On a separate day of your choice, explore the remarkably preserved Herculaneum, with its vivid frescoes, bathhouses, and waterfront skeletons. With flexible entry and skip-the-line access to Herculaneum, you’ll uncover the haunting beauty of both sites at your own pace.
The site of Pompeï and Herculaneum were impressive and a must do when you visit Naples or like us, Rome. You really get the feeling when you walk around, what it would be like to live in that time and with the Vesuvius constant in your sight […]“ – Jessica, April 2025
Most Popular Pompeii Day Trips
From Naples: Pompeii Ruins & Mount Vesuvius Day Tour
Embark on a Pompeii Ruins & Mount Vesuvius Day Tour from Naples, guided by a live guide or audio guide based on your chosen option. This 7-hour adventure includes a Pompeii Ticket, entry to Vesuvius, pizza lunch, and convenient pickup and drop-off.
“Fantastic day! Met our tour guide promptly outside the Hotel and the day started with climbing Mount Vesuvius, beautiful clear day! We then headed to Pompeii and had a lovely lunch which included pizza! Afterwards we then went to see the Ruins with our own audio headset. Our tour guide was very friendly, would highly recommend!” GetYourGuide traveler – United Kingdom; Jan, 2024 [Source: GetYourGuide]
From Rome: Pompeii, Amalfi Coast and Positano Day Trip
Join in a 13-hour Pompeii, Amalfi Coast, and Positano Day Trip departing from Rome, exploring three of Italy’s most famous destinations. Travel comfortably on an air-conditioned minibus, gain insights from your local expert guide, and enjoy the convenience of the included Skip-the-Line Pompeii ticket.
“Long trip but we’ll worth it, best excursion we booked during our two week trip so far. Downside is the time on the coach but Pompeii is absolutely fantastic, very educational. The two guides on the day were both approved by all, not a bad word to say about either. Personally we had Enzo and he was superb.[…] 5 stars all round thankyo” Greg – Germany; Jan, 2024 [Source: GetYourGuide]
From Naples or Sorrento: Pompei Half-Day Tour
Embark on a half-day guided excursion from Sorrento or Naples to explore the ruins of ancient Pompeii in an air-conditioned vehicle. Admire one of the world’s most famous archaeological sites with skip-the-line Pompeii tickets.
“The staff was punctual and professional, the guide was excellent, kind and very clear in his explanations, my family and I were very satisfied, I will return with you again, there is still a lot to see in Pompeii. Thank you.” Nicolè – Italy; Dec, 2023 [Source: GetYourGuide]
