Skip-the-Line Pompeii & Vesuvius Full-Day Tour from Naples

Meeting point

Where

Please meet our Guide by the entrance of Starhotel Terminus, wearing Iamme ia! branded clothes and holding a red flag. We suggest to arrive at meeting point 15 minutes prior to the departure. Departing early in the morning we'll avoid the traffic and crowds. · Open in Google Maps

Departure

08:00, 08:15, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)

Return

This activity ends back at the meeting point

Pickup

No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

Operator

IAMME IA! - Gray Line Amalfi Coast; booking and payment are completed on Viator

1. 1
   Please meet your guide at the designated meeting point for a prompt early morning departure

   By starting our journey ahead of the rush, we’ll ensure you beat the heavy crowds and enjoy a much cooler, more serene experience at the sites. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early to ensure a smooth start to your adventure.

   15 min
2. 2
   Archaeological Park of Pompeii

   Step back in time at the Archaeological Park of Pompeii, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most evocative places on Earth. Frozen in time by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD, this vast site offers a unique window into ancient Roman life. Walk through remarkably preserved streets, explore opulent villas adorned with vibrant frescoes, and marvel at the majestic temples and theaters that once formed the heart of this thriving city.

   2h 30m · Admission included
3. Enter the city through Porta Marina, the most monumental of Pompeii’s seven gates

   Walk in through this ancient gateway, originally designed for travelers arriving from the sea, and explore with your guide the impressive double-arch structure that separated pedestrians from carriages. As you pass through these massive stone walls, you’ll immediately feel the grandeur of the Roman Empire welcoming you into the streets of the past.

   Pass by, no stop
4. 4
   Foro de Pompeya

   Step into the Forum, the monumental heart of ancient Pompeii. Explore with your guide the remains of the city's grandest temples and public buildings that once buzzed with political and commercial life. Walk in the footsteps of Roman citizens across this expansive square, where you can admire the iconic silhouette of Mt. Vesuvius looming in the distance—the perfect spot to capture the essence of this frozen city.

   10 min · Admission included
5. 5
   Macellum

   The Macellum of Pompeii was located on the Forum and as the provision market of Pompeii was one of the focal points of the ancient city. The building was constructed in several phases. When the earthquake of 62 CE destroyed large parts of Pompeii, the Macellum was also damaged.

   10 min · Admission included
6. 6
   Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)

   The Forum Baths are located behind the Temple of Jupiter and date back to the years immediately after the founding of the colony of veterans by General Silla (80 BC). Women's and men's quarters had separate entrances. The men's section presents an apodyterium (dressing room), used also as a tepidarium (for medium temperature baths), frigidarium (for cold baths) and calidarium (for hot baths). Like many buildings in Pompeii, the baths were heavily damaged during the earthquake of 62 AD.

   10 min · Admission included
7. 7
   Tempio di Giove Capitolino

   Dominated by the Vesuvius with its statues of Jupiter, Juno and Minerva, the temple was the Capitolium, similar to the one located in the Ancient Rome. The statues were highly placed to be visible to those passing in the Forum.

   10 min · Admission included
8. Lupanar

   The Lupanar of Pompeii is the most famous brothel in the ruined Roman city of Pompeii. It is of particular interest for the erotic paintings on its walls. Lupanar is Latin for "brothel". The Pompeii lupanar is also known as Lupanare Grande.

   Pass by, no stop
9. 9
   Casa del Fauno

   The House of the Faun (Casa del Fauno) is one of the largest and most luxurious private residences in Pompeii, occupying an entire city block. Named after the iconic bronze statue of a dancing faun found in its main atrium, the house is a masterpiece of Roman architecture and Hellenistic influence. It is most famous for housing the magnificent Alexander Mosaic, which depicts the battle between Alexander the Great and Darius III of Persia. With its two peristyle gardens and intricate floor mosaics, it remains a powerful symbol of the immense wealth and sophisticated taste of the city's elite.

   10 min · Admission included
10. Via dell’Abbondanza

    Via dell’Abbondanza was the ancient main street (decumanus maximus) of ancient Pompeii, which ran across the city in the direction east/west from the Forum to the Porta Sarno. In ancient times the street was crowded and noisy with many shops, workshops ("officinae”), cafes, snack-bars and restaurants for food and drink.

    Pass by, no stop
11. 11
    Basilica

    The Basilica is the most sumptuous building of the Forum, and its space was used to carry out business and for the administration of justice

    10 min · Admission included
12. Orto dei Fuggiaschi

    As we make our way toward the theaters, we will walk through the moving Garden of the Fugitives. Explore with your guide this solemn site, where you can see the plaster casts of 13 victims frozen in their final moments while attempting to escape the eruption. It is a powerful and reflective path that leads us directly into the heart of the city’s cultural district.

    Pass by, no stop
13. 13
    Teatro Grande

    The Large Theater of Pompeii was built from the Romans on the slope of a hill located in the area; they took advantage of the natural depression of the mountain to create a majesty auditorium divided into 5 sectors. On the stage were played tragedies of the Greco-Roman traditions.

    10 min · Admission included
14. 14
    Archaeological Park of Pompeii

    A you exit from the Archeological Park of Pompeii, enjoy free time for lunch between your explorations. Whether you choose to grab a quick traditional snack or sit down at a local restaurant. This is the perfect moment to relax and recharge before we head toward the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius.

    1h
15. 15
    Vesuvius National Park

    Reach the crater's edge at 1.280 mt to admire a breathtaking panorama on the Gulf of Naples. The surface of the path is uneven, but it' ll be well worth it. Following the devastating eruption, it was named after the Roman God of the Flame and Metal Forgery – Vulcan.

    2h · Admission included
16. Bay of Naples

    Walk in the clouds as you reach the summit of Mt. Vesuvius and explore with your guide the rim of the great crater. From this incredible vantage point, you will be rewarded with a world-class view overlooking the Bay of Naples. Marvel at the breathtaking panorama of the sparkling Mediterranean, the city below, and the distant islands of Capri and Ischia, all from the top of Europe’s most famous volcano.

    Pass by, no stop
17. 17
    Naples

    After an unforgettable day of history and heights, settle into your comfortable coach for the return trip to Napples. Explore with your guide the final highlights of the journey as you descend the volcanic slopes, enjoying one last view overlooking the Bay of Naples. It is the perfect time to unwind, review your photos, and relax as we bring you back to your original departure point.

    40 min

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