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Discover Pompeii Your Way: Self-Guided Audio Tour

4 Reviews 1.75 out of 5 stars Based on 4 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Pompeii, Italy

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Overview

Explore Pompeii effortlessly with our preloaded audio guide on a dedicated phone – ready to use, no apps, no downloads, no internet required. Just pick up the device, plug in the headphones and dive into history!

Manage your visit as a protagonist, you decide how long to spend in front of a mosaic, how much to linger at the intersection of an ancient road or in the central forum, enjoy the tour by customizing it according to your needs.

The tour takes you through all the main highlights of the archaeological site: House of the Faun, Lupanar, Amphitheatre, and more. Professionally narrated in different languages with fascinating stories, facts, and historical insights.

What's Included

  • Professional narration in the languages available
  • Use the free parking (if available) of the Osteria Nonna Cherubina, Via Andolfi 46, 80045 Pompei
  • Map of Pompei
  • Extra fees
  • Food and beverages
  • Hotel pick up
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via Villa dei Misteri
80045 Pompei NA, Italy

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What To Expect

Villa dei Misteri

Step into the Villa of the Mysteries, a beautifully preserved suburban Roman villa from the 2nd century BC. Admire the famous 17‑m fresco in the dining hall depicting an initiation mystery cult of Dionysus. Originally a luxurious retreat and later a wine‑producing estate, it offers a fascinating glimpse into ancient ritual life and architecture.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lupanare di Pompei

The name comes from lupa, Latin for “she-wolf”, a slang term for prostitute. Inside, you’ll see small stone beds in private rooms and erotic frescoes above the doorways – likely used as a visual menu for clients.This was a busy, everyday part of life in ancient Pompeii, showing us how open Roman society was about sex and pleasure.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Amphitheatre of Pompeii

This stone Amphitheatre, built around 70 BC, is one of the earliest in the Roman world. It seated up to 20 000 spectators, with dramatic entryways for elites and a sunken arena floor for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Odeon - Teatro Piccolo

The roofed Odeon, built ca. 80 BC, held around 1 500 people. Known for its exceptional acoustics, it hosted music, poetry readings, and civic gatherings—intimate cultural events in Pompeii.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Casa del Fauno

Step into one of Pompeii’s grandest Roman homes. Built in the 2nd century BC and spanning nearly a full city block, it’s named after a bronze statue of a dancing faun in its central pool. Admire the exquisite Hellenistic-style mosaics — including the famous Alexander Mosaic — and explore double atria, two peristyles, and private baths. This lavish residence vividly displays its owner’s wealth and refined taste.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Casa dei Vettii

A luxurious domus owned by two wealthy freedmen in the 1st century AD. Recently restored after two decades, it's famed for its vibrant Fourth‑Style frescoes across multiple rooms, including mythological scenes and intimate garden views. A stunning example of elite Roman domestic art and culture
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Giove - Excavations

This was Pompeii’s main temple, dedicated to Jupiter, king of the Roman gods. Built in the 2nd century BC, it stood at the heart of the Forum, symbolizing Roman power and religion. Behind the altar, you can still see the podium where statues of Jupiter, Juno, and Minerva once stood, forming the Capitoline Triad.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • It is necessary to leave an identity card for the rental of the audio guide

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Discover Pompeii Your Way: Self-Guided Audio Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Professional narration in the languages available
  • Use the free parking (if available) of the Osteria Nonna Cherubina, Via Andolfi 46, 80045 Pompei
  • Map of Pompei
  • Audio-guide device
  • Extra fees
  • Food and beverages
  • Hotel pick up
  • Pompeii Archaeological Park
  • Guided tour

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • It is necessary to leave an identity card for the rental of the audio guide
  • Passport are required to check the children age
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Free Cancellation

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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