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Experience Pompeii exclusively on a private walking tour with a dedicated guide, with skip-the-line access and an itinerary personalised to your interests.
Step back into Ancient Rome at Pompeii with a private guide who unlocks the secrets of its extraordinary ruins just for you. With a private tour, you'll skip the crowds and enjoy total freedom to explore what fascinates you most, from grand public spaces to the city's most intimate hidden gems. The journey begins along Pompeii's ancient stone streets, still marked by the deep grooves carved by chariot wheels, before continuing to the majestic Civil Forum, the beating heart of political, religious and social life, with the soaring Basilica and the imposing Temple of Jupiter, framed by Mount Vesuvius.
The visit includes the lively Macellum market, as well as the Bath complex, a beautifully preserved spa reflecting Roman leisure and relaxation at its finest. You'll also uncover Pompeii's more mysterious side with a visit to the Lupanare, the city's infamous brothel adorned with vivid frescoes offering a rare glimpse into the private lives of its inhabitants.
The tour continues to the luxurious House of the Faun, with its exquisite frescoes and mosaics, and the Large Theater, where the people of Pompeii once gathered for grand performances beneath the open sky. The experience culminates in an emotional encounter with the haunting plaster casts of Pompeii's victims, a powerful human reminder that humanizes the city's tragedy in an unforgettable way.
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Additional information
● Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour's departure time
● The meeting point is at Zeus Car Park, a short walk from Pompeii's entrance
● Children under 18 may need to show ID — please bring one in case of checks
● This is a private tour tailored to your preferences — just let your guide know what you want to see!
● The itinerary is a flexible suggestion, designed to highlight Pompeii's iconic sites
● Some areas may occasionally be closed due to events or maintenance. The guides will adjust the itinerary to ensure a great experience
● Wear comfortable shoes, as ancient stones make for uneven paths. Bring a hat and sunscreen, especially during the summer months, as there's little shade at the Pompeii ruins
● Please note that at certain peak season moments or with a high volume of passengers, there may be queues even for fast-access options due to security checks
● Not accessible for wheelchair users
Inclusions
✔ Personalized walking tour covering Pompeii's highlights
✔ Expert private local guide with live commentary in the selected language
✔ Priority access to the Pompeii Archaeological Site
Exclusions
✖ Transportation to and from the hotel
✖ Transfer to or from the meeting point
✖ Entrance fees, meals and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Any other unspecified service
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the service, or no shows, will not be refunded
Meeting point
Parking Zeus
3 Via Villa dei Misteri, Pompeii 80045, Campania, Italy