Explore Pompeii at your own pace with audio guidance that explains what you’re seeing as you move through the ruins.
Getting started
Arrive at the Pompeii Archaeological Park entrance at your selected time and present your ticket for validation. Carry a valid photo ID. Expect a standard security check before entry.
What to expect
Pompeii Archaeological Park
A UNESCO-listed Roman city preserved by Mount Vesuvius, known for its remarkably intact streets, homes, and everyday life frozen in time.
Features
Walk through key areas like the Forum, the center of public life in ancient Pompeii.
See preserved homes, frescoes, and artifacts that reveal how people once lived.
Visit the Lupanar and other notable structures that showcase social and cultural life.
View plaster casts of victims, offering a powerful glimpse into the final moments of the eruption.
Use your audio guide to understand the history and significance of each site as you explore.
Upgrades
Choose a digital audio guide in 5 languages for a flexible, phone-based experience.
Upgrade to a physical audio guide in 10 languages with headphones included for a more seamless, phone-free visit.
Add Pompeii Plus to access suburban villas like Villa of the Mysteries and Villa of Diomede.
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What to bring
Valid photo ID for entry; full names are mandatory for Pompeii bookings.
Earphones if you’ve booked an audio guide. If you are given a physical audio guide, bring wired earphones (3.5mm jack).
Comfortable shoes are recommended due to uneven terrain and moderate walking.
What’s not allowed
Large dogs over 10kg/40cm (guide dogs with certification are welcome).
Revealing clothing or shirtless attire inside the Archaeological Park.
Accessibility
Uneven terrain and limited accessibility across the site.
South-side entrances are more accessible; the main entrance is not recommended for wheelchair users.
Not ideal for visitors with impaired mobility or cardiac conditions.
Free entry for disabled visitors and one companion.
Additional information
For physical audio guides, a valid ID (such as a passport) must be deposited as security and the handheld device must be returned after the visit.
Facilities include cloakroom and luggage storage at the Superiore Entrance.
Free entry for children under 18 with valid ID.
EU residents aged 18–24, and eligible non-EU residents with Italian permits, can avail reduced ticket prices.
Free admission on the first Sunday of every month.
Cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.
