Pompeii 2-Hour Guided Tour with an Archaeologist Pompeii 2-Hour Private Guided Tour
ID: GYG42625-54446
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Travel back to the days of the Roman Empire on a 2-hour tour of Pompeii ,and see the ruins of the everyday town that was buried under molten ash by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. Explore the main sights of the western part of the ancient town.
Explore the ruins of Pompeii on a 2-hour guided tour, and travel back to the days of the Roman Empire.
Meet your guide by the old Porta Marina Superiore for a tour of the western part of Pompeii, site of the most important public buildings, homes, and shops. Step into the shoes of the Roman citizens of Pompeii as you walk the same streets that they walked.
Learn how the town was buried under molten ash and lava by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. Your guide will bring the Roman Republic to life for an intense experience as you discover remarkably intact structures and learn how the Romans lived both in public and private.
Hear why UNESCO inscribed Pompeii and Herculaneum on the World Heritage Patrimony list for their "complete and vivid picture of society and daily life at a specific moment in the past that is without parallel anywhere in the world."
Discover highlights such as the Basilica (Court House), and Forum, center of political and social life during the Roman Empire. See the Lupanar (brothel), House of the Faun, Termopolium Capuano, and House of the Tragic Poet. Marvel at plaster casts of humans and animals at the moment of their death, and go to a bakery where you can still see the remains of the utensils, and even the food!
Highlights
- Discover the main highlights of the ruins of Pompeii
- Learn the story of how the city was buried under ash, and rediscovered in the 18th century
- Visit the Forum, Thermal Baths, and an old brothel
- See the plaster casts of humans and animals at the time of their death
- Get expert insights from an archaeologist guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please wear comfortable shoes, and bring your sunglasses, a hat, and bottled water in summer
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Meet your guide by the Porta Marina Superiore, Pompeii
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
