Pompeii Guided Archaeological History Tour

Step into history with this 2-hour guided tour of Pompeii, starting from the Amphitheater Gate (Porta Anfiteatro). From the moment you pass through this ancient gateway, you’ll be transported into the bustling life of a Roman city frozen in time. Led by a professional archaeologist, the tour takes you first to the Amphitheater, one of the oldest and most well-preserved Roman arenas, before continuing to the elegant Praedia of Julia Felix, a symbol of Pompeii’s wealth and sophistication.
As you walk through the ruins, you’ll explore the enchanting House of Octavius Quartio, known for its lush gardens, and stop by the Thermopolium of Vetutius Placidus, a remarkably intact Roman snack bar. Conclude your journey at the Forum, where political, religious, and commercial life once thrived.

Meeting Point

Pompei - P.zza Anfiteatro CL

80045 Pompei, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy

Meet the guide outside Porta Anfiteatro entrance.

What's included:

• Guided tour by an archaeologist
• Pompeii Express skip the line entrance ticket
• Headset

Not included:

• Transportation
• Food and drinks

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Anfiteatro Romano

Via Plinio 169, Pompeii, 80045

Visit the Amphitheater – The oldest Roman arena, perfect for gladiator games and public events.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Praedia di Giulia Felice

Piazza Bartolo Longo, 37, Pompeii, 80045

Get inside the Praedia of Julia Felix – A luxurious Roman estate with stunning frescoes.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

House of Octavius Quartio

80045 Pompei, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy

Visit the House of Octavius Quartio – A villa with elegant gardens and enchanting murals.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Casa e Thermopolium di Vetutius Placidus

Via dell’Abbondanza, 8, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy

Discover the Thermopolium of Vetutius Placidus – A well-preserved ancient Roman snack bar.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Via dell’Abbondanza

Via dell_Abbondanza, Pompeii, 80045

Walk through the most famous street in Pompeii

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)

Via Del Foro, 26, Pompeii

See the Stabian Baths – Advanced thermal baths showcasing Roman engineering.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Foro di Pompei

Via Villa dei Misteri, 2, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy

Explore the Forum – The bustling heart of Pompeii’s political and commercial life.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included