The Rise, Fall, and Rediscovery of Pompeii: A Self-Guided Tour
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.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Tickets to access the site, which can be purchased online or on-site for € 19
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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