Pompeii: Skip-the-Line Private Tour for Kids and Families
ID: GYG54229-75606
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore the ancient ruins of Pompeii on a child-friendly guided tour. Travel back to the days of the Roman Republic and see sites in the everyday town devastated by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD.
Enjoy an interactive guided tour of Pompeii tailored to families with children. See the highlights of the ancient Roman town, destroyed by a volcanic eruption in 79 AD. Skip the long lines to the archaeological site, and enjoy children’s entertainment and education. Experience a hands-on exploration of the best-preserved city of the ancient Roman Empire.
Learn how Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD, burying the thriving civilization of Pompeii in ash and lava. Hear how the ruins were excavated in the 18th century, and why and when the site became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Follow your English-speaking guide up the steps of an ancient theater, drink from original fountains, and cross the thresholds of early restaurants.
Learn and play in the outdoor mecca of history as you walk the cobbled streets. Visit homes, thermal baths, and temples. See rare examples of intact art and architecture, representative of an advanced civilization rich in tradition and culture.
Avoid the typical, boring history tours: on this tour your children are the center of the activity. Marvel as Pompeii is brought to life through interactive visual learning tools, pop-up books, iPad games, and trivia that delves into areas to pique the curiosity of children.
Experience a feast for the senses as you encounter new colors, sights, and sounds. Gain real world experiences that will benefit your child in school and in life. Then, having worked up an appetite, retire to a nearby restaurant.
Highlights
- Explore the ruins of Pompeii through the eyes of a child
- Walk into ancient temples and restaurants
- Enjoy interactive learning tools to pique your child's curiosity
- Avoid the typical boring history lessons and learn the story of Pompeii in a fun and informative way
- Skip the long lines to the archaeological site with reserved entrance tickets
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• On the first Sunday of each month, entrance is free of charge, but as tickets can't be reserved ahead of time, entry is not guaranteed
• All ages and fitness levels are welcome
• Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult
• Please bring the passport or ID for all children as proof of age in order to receive child prices
The guide will meet you at the Coffee Shop Vittoria, Via Mare, 80045 Pompei, next to Hotel Vittoria and close to the entrance at "Pompei Piazza Esedra/Porta Marina Inferiore". He will be holding a sign with your name on it.
INCLUDED
- Skip-the-line tickets to Pompeii
- Private English-speaking guide
- Interactive media tools
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.
