Pompeii hours 9:00–19:00 · last entry 17:30 · to October 1452 buildings listed as open · all 67Vesuvius · September admission until 17:00Updated Sep 18, 2026 · sources
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Pompeii: Exclusive Tour with an Archaeologist, Max 6 People Group

Choose Semi Private Group Tour for 2.5 hours with an archaeologist and a limit of 6 people. Entry is included, though the suggested house route needs changes when buildings are closed.

By Chiara Vitale · Operator: LivTours · Updated September 19, 2026 · I haven't taken this trip

From €50per adult · Semi Private Group Tour option
5.0 · 304 reviews, Viator and Tripadvisor

Every day at 09:00, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00 or 14:30. Meeting point: In front of Bar Sgambati, Via Villa dei Misteri 1, on the left hand side of the Pompeii Scavi Train Station, as you are looking at it. Full refund up to 24 hours before departure; nothing back after that. Instant confirmation.

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Photos from the operator's listing.

Viator listing. Updated September 19, 2026.

Is this tour right for you?

Choose Semi Private Group Tour if a small shared group matters most. It gives you 2.5 hours with an archaeologist in English. You share with no more than 6 people.

Meet outside Bar Sgambati beside Pompei Villa dei Misteri station. The suggested route ranges from the House of Menander to baths and temples. Entry is included; food and drinks cost extra, and villa access needs checking.

Treat the house list as a suggested route that can change. The Praedia of Julia Felix was closed when the park's information was checked September 18, 2026. Ask which stop replaces it.

What I'd do: choose Semi Private Group Tour for the small group and ask which houses are on your day's route.

Which option?

Semi Private Group TourCompared in our selection
€50per adult

Enjoy the the incredible archaeological site of Pompeii with an expert guide in a real small group of max 6 people.

Private Pompeii Tour for Kids
€109per adult

30 minutes Private Family Experience: The guide will hand out a specially designed exercise book filled with engaging games and clues for the whole family to enjoy.

Private Tour UPGRADE
€119per adult

Private Tour: Visit the incredible UNESCO-listed archaeological site of Pompeii with your very own Private Guide.

Prices: the lowest adult price per option on Viator; the booking page shows the price for your date. Updated September 19, 2026.

How does the day work?

  1. 45 minstarts 09:00
    Pompeii. 45 minutes across a selection of houses and public buildings.
  2. 10 min
    Via dell'Abbondanza. walk along the street, 10 minutes.
  3. 10 min
    House of Menander. visit the house, 10 minutes.
  4. 10 min
    Praedia of Julia Felix. 10 minutes planned; closed at the September 18, 2026 check.
  5. 10 min
    House and garden. look at wall paintings and garden features, 10 minutes.
  6. 10 min
    House of Sallust. visit the house, 10 minutes.
  7. 10 min
    House of the Tragic Poet. look at its mosaics and frescoes, 10 minutes.
  8. 10 min
    Lupanar. visit the former brothel, 10 minutes.
  9. 10 min
    Temple of Isis. stop at the sanctuary, 10 minutes.
  10. 10 min
    Suburban Baths. explore the bathing rooms, 10 minutes.
  11. 5 min
    House of the Vettii. a short house visit, 5 minutes.
  12. 5 min
    House of the Faun. finish with a short visit, 5 minutes.
Where you meet: In front of Bar Sgambati, Via Villa dei Misteri 1, on the left hand side of the Pompeii Scavi Train Station, as you are looking at it. Your guide will be holding a LivTours sign.

What's included?

  • Mt Vesuvius view
  • House of Julia Felix
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Professional Expert Guide
  • Pompeii theatre
  • House of Sallust
  • Roman bath house
  • Small Group Tour of only 6 people
  • Option to Upgrade to Private Tour
  • Forum of Pompeii

What's not included?

  • Food and drinks
  • gratuities

Itinerary, inclusions and exclusions: the operator's listing on Viator. Times are the listing's. Updated September 19, 2026.

What should I know before booking?

Names on ticketsThe park's tickets carry each traveler's name. Bring ID or a passport for everyone, children too.
No re-entryOne entry to the site. Bring lunch if you want to eat during the visit. Your bag must fit within 30 × 30 × 15 cm.
Mobility and healthSuitable for all physical fitness levels
CancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before departure; nothing back after that.
Booking cutoffBookable until 3 hours before departure. Instant confirmation; mobile or paper ticket accepted.
ChildrenAges 3 to 17 as children, under 3 as infants; the booking page shows their prices. Each booking needs at least one adult.
From the listing, in short:
  • Select Semi Private Group Tour for the shared English walk.
  • Meet outside Bar Sgambati and look for the LivTours sign.
  • The private tour and private family tour are separate options.
  • Check villa access on the included ticket before booking.
  • Children aged 3 to 17 use the child band; ages 0 to 2 use the infant band.
  • Ask about the replacement for the closed Julia Felix stop.

Operator's conditions on Viator; park rules on names, bags and re-entry from its visitor regulations. Updated September 19, 2026.

How is it rated?

4.8Viator · 17 reviews
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5.0Tripadvisor · 287 reviews
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Combined rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 304 reviews, Viator and Tripadvisor. We have the marketplace's figures, not the review texts. Updated September 19, 2026.

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Chiara VitaleWrites pompeii.day

I grew up in Castellammare di Stabia, under the volcano, and spent six seasons on hotel front desks in Sorrento. Which ticket, which train, which gate, how many hours: I've answered these more times than I can count.

Now I live in Pompei, ten minutes on foot from the Amphitheatre gate, and I go into the site most weeks on a MyPompeii card. For this page I compared the options and booking terms with the park's rules. I haven't taken this trip. Report a correction.