How to Spend the Perfect Tour Day in Pompeii

Planning to visit the Pompeii Ruins during your 2024 holiday in Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast? Explore our comprehensive guide featuring the best day tours to Pompeii, including our curated selection of tours, the optimal time to visit, and how to get there.

How to Spend the Perfect Day Tour in Pompeii

Planning to visit the Pompeii Ruins while on holiday in Sorrento and Amalfi Coast? Known all over the world as Italy’s most famous archeological site, the must see Pompeii Ruins offers you the most unique experience of being transported back into time and walking the same very streets of those who once lived there.

This historic Roman city invites visitors from all over the world and to this day, new discoveries are still being made, uncovering and revealing the lifestyles of the inhabitants of Pompeii before the legendary explosion of Mount Vesuvius in 79AD that buried the city in volcanic ash. If you’re a lover of history and Roman ruins and looking from the perfect day trips from Sorrento, this is the perfect experience for you.

Tour Day in Pompeii

Our Pompeii Ruins Tours

Exploring the famous ancient ruins of Pompeii can be done in a number of ways depending on how much time you have available and the kind of experience you would like to have. We offer both Private and Shared Tours departing from Sorrento to Pompeii, discover everything you need to know about our Pompeii tours from Sorrento below.

Private Half Day Tour

Our Private Pompeii Ruins Tour includes a professional and English speaking private driver who will accompany you to and from your accommodation or hotel throughout the day, you will also have the option to add on a licensed multilingual tour guide during your visit which includes the entrance fee to Pompeii and fast track access to avoid queuing at the entrance, a great option for those who are limited for time or travelling with small children.

Shared Half Day Tour

On the other hand, our Shared Half Day tour of Pompeii is the perfect option for Couples or Groups of less than four people. This option includes a Private Transfer to and from Piazza Tasso, Sorrento and the journey from Sorrento to Pompeii also takes approximately 45 minutes. Our Shared tour includes a licensed multilingual tour guide, fast track access and tickets to enter the site.

Trying to Elevate Your Journey to Pompeii?

Why stop at just the ruins when you can experience the full story of this legendary place?

Turn your tour day in Pompeii into something truly unforgettable by pairing it with one of our favorite add-ons. Hike to the crater of Mount Vesuvius — the very volcano that changed history in 79 AD. From the summit, take in sweeping views of the Bay of Naples and feel the magnitude of nature’s force that once buried an entire city.

Prefer to unwind? Continue your journey with a farm-to-table lunch and wine tasting at a family-run vineyard nestled on the slopes of Vesuvius. Savor local dishes and sip volcanic wines like Lacryma Christi, all while surrounded by tranquil countryside and vines rich with history.

Whether you’re an adventurer or a wine lover, your Pompeii Tour deserves more than just a visit to the ruins. Make it a full immersion into culture, nature, and the timeless story of Southern Italy.

Best Time to Visit Pompeii

If you’re planning to visit Pompeii Ruins, you can pretty much visit anytime throughout the year however there are a few months in the year that are perfect if you’re wanting a more relaxing experience. We would personally recommend visiting in late spring or early fall for a few simple reasons, such as avoiding summer crowds and queues at the entrance of Pompeii, the weather is much cooler and you can spend much more time truly taking in the experience at a more leisurely pace.

However, one of the main reasons visiting Pompeii in the off-season is because there is very little shade, exploring the site itself can take between 3-4 hours without a guide, so during the hot summer months in can be quite tiring if visiting with very hot weather, however the experience is just as amazing, we would recommend you bring lots of sun cream and sun hat or protection for your head.

 

How to Get to Pompeii

Whether you’re visiting Pompeii from Sorrento or wondering how to get to Pompefrom Naples, there are a number of ways you can reach the famous Pompeii Roman ruins. 

  • By Private Driver: The fastest and most comfortable way to reach the Pompeii Ruins official site is by Private Driver, this option is also included in our Pompeii Ruins Private Tour. Our professional and English speaking driver will collect you from your hotel or accommodation in a comfortable air conditioned Mercedes mini van, and transport you throughout the day. The journey from Sorrento to Pompeii will take approximately 45 minutes and is recommended from families travelling with children.
  • By Train: If you’re wanting to get the train from Sorrento to Pompeii you need to take the Circumvesuviana train from Sorrento train station which runs directly from Sorrento to Naples, in less than 20 minutes you’ll arrive at Pompeii train station. However, if you’re looking to get the train from Naples to Pompeii you can choose from two direct trains at the Napoli Centrale station. You can either take the Circumvesuviana train, which takes 35 minutes to cover the Naples to Pompeii route, or the Metropolitano train, which takes 38 minutes to reach Pompeii train station.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much are Pompeii entrance tickets?
Full price: €11
Reduced (EU citizens 18–25): €5.50
Free: Under 18 years old (any nationality)

What are the opening hours for Pompeii?
The site is open daily from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, but last entry is at 5:30 PM.

How do I get from Sorrento to Pompeii?
It’s very easy! Take the Circumvesuviana train from Sorrento’s main train station. It runs directly to Pompeii in less than 20 minutes.

How long is the train ride from Naples to Pompeii?
From Naples, both the Circumvesuviana and Metropolitano trains take around 35 to 38 minutes to reach Pompeii.

Where is Pompeii located?
Pompeii is in Campania, in southern Italy. It’s southwest of Naples, between the cities of Naples and Sorrento.

Can I also visit Herculaneum nearby?
Yes! Herculaneum, another ancient Roman city buried by the same eruption, is nearby and well worth visiting. If you’ve booked a half-day tour with us, you can easily add Herculaneum as an optional stop.

Should I book Pompeii tickets in advance?
Yes, especially in summer or peak season. To avoid long queues, it’s best to book early. If you’ve booked our Pompeii Private Tour, tickets can be added during booking. If you’ve booked a Pompeii Shared Tour, fast-track tickets are already included.

Is Pompeii a good tour for children?
Absolutely! Our guides are experienced and child-friendly, making history fun and engaging through interactive games and even small prizes. It’s a great experience for the whole family.

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