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The Rise, Fall, and Rediscovery of Pompeii: A Self-Guided Tour

4.5(2)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews1 h 30 minBy VoiceMap Audio Tours
The Rise, Fall, and Rediscovery of Pompeii: A Self-Guided Tour

About this activity

Please Note: This tour doesn't include entry into Pompeii. Tickets to access the site can be purchased on-site or online.

Once a thriving city, Pompeii was frozen in time when, in October 79 AD, Mount Vesuvius erupted after centuries of rest, burying the city in layers of ash, pumice, and volcanic matter. On this walking tour with Context Travel expert Roberta Meomartini, you‘ll learn about the perfectly preserved city’s history and former inhabitants.

Decode phallic symbols, explore Basilica Pompeiana, Macellum market, and casts of citizens' final moments. This tour unveils Pompeii's rise, fall, and rediscovery, offering a vivid glimpse into its vibrant, ancient past.

Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it.

Once you have booked, you will receive instructions and a unique code to download the tour. The app displays directions to the starting point; when you’re in the right place, tap start.

What's included

  • ✓Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • ✓VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • ✓Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Not included

  • ✕Tickets to access the site, which can be purchased online or on-site for € 19
  • ✕Smartphone and headphones
  • ✕Transportation
  • ✕Food and drink

Meeting and pickup

  • The tour begins at the Marine Gate entrance to Pompeii Archaeological Park. You can take the Circumvesuviana train to the Pompei Scavi-Villa dei Minsteri station to reach the Marina Gate (Piazza Esedra) entrance to the park, or you can take the regional train with Trenitalia to the Pompeii station.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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