Skip the queues and explore Pompeii at your own pace with a phone audio guide and shuttle access to suburban villas. This fast-track ticket focuses your time on the city's best-preserved houses, the forum, and frescoed villas — practical advice included.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You arrive through a tall gate into a city frozen the moment Mount Vesuvius erupted in AD 79 — sun-warmed cobbles underfoot, the forum’s stones radiating heat, and the volcano itself watching the ruins from a short distance away.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2.5–3.5 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate mobility and the ability to walk several kilometers on uneven surfaces; suitable for most fitness levels.
Wildlife
History
Pompeii was buried by Vesuvius’s eruption in AD 79; the rapid ashfall preserved buildings, art and everyday objects, creating an unparalleled archaeological record.
Conservation
High visitor numbers impact fragile surfaces; follow marked paths, avoid touching frescoes, and support local conservation efforts by respecting site rules.
Reserve your spot on the Pompeii Archaeological Sites Fast Track Entry with Audio Guide today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Start early or late in the day
Temperatures and crowds peak mid-day; aim for first entry or late afternoon for cooler light and quieter streets.
Wear sturdy, flat-soled shoes
Streets are cobbled and uneven volcanic stone — good traction prevents slips and protects feet during the 2.5–3.5 hour walk.
Bring water and charge your phone
Audio runs on your device and the site has limited services; carry a full battery and a refillable water bottle.
Stay on marked paths and respect closures
Ropes and fenced areas protect fragile mosaics and frescoes — do not step into restricted zones or touch surfaces.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides traction on cobbles and uneven volcanic surfaces.
Refillable water bottle
Hydration is critical during long outdoor periods, especially in summer heat.
summer
Portable phone charger
Keeps your audio guide and maps powered through the visit.
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protects skin and eyes during exposed stretches of the site.
summer