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The Forum
Pompeii's old town square — the political and commercial heart of the city, framed by the Capitolium and a glimpse of Vesuvius beyond.
Pompeii · from Sorrento · daily departures
Walk Pompeii
with someone
who knows it.
Small-group day trips from Sorrento. Licensed archaeologist guide, skip-the-line entry, back in time for an Aperol on the cliffs. Tell ViTA when you want to go — she finds the next one.
When do you want to go?
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4.9★ on Tripadvisor
Free cancellation up to 24h
Hotel pickup in Sorrento
Hotel pickup & drop-off
From anywhere in Sorrento, Sant'Agnello, Meta
Skip-the-line entry
Straight past the queue at Porta Marina
Licensed local guide
Italian archaeologists, fluent English
5 hours, door to door
Morning & afternoon departures, back by sunset
What you'll see
A city paused for 2,000 years.
Six headline stops on every tour — your guide adapts the route to the weather, the crowds, and what you find interesting.
Your options
Choose your day.
Pompeii alone fills a morning easily. Want to do more? Add Vesuvius or Herculaneum on the same day.
The classic
Pompeii only
~5 hours · Half day
The full ruins tour with a licensed guide. Forum, Roman streets, frescoes, the Grande Theatre. The most thorough way to understand the city.
- Hotel pickup & return in Sorrento
- Skip-the-line entry
- Licensed guide included
- Small groups
Most popular
Pompeii + Vesuvius
~7–8 hours · Full day
Ruins in the morning, crater in the afternoon. See the site and the volcano that destroyed it, all in one day.
- Everything in Pompeii only
- Ascent to the Vesuvius crater
- Gulf of Naples panorama
- Transfer between sites included
For those who want more
Pompeii + Herculaneum
~7–8 hours · Full day
Two sites, two different stories. Herculaneum is better preserved than Pompeii — richer in detail, less crowded, more surprising.
- Everything in Pompeii only
- Guided visit to Herculaneum
- Entry to both sites
- Transfer between sites included
How it works
Three messages and you're booked.
No forms, no calendars to scroll. Tell ViTA when, she does the rest.
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Tell ViTA when
“Tomorrow morning.” “Friday with my mum.” “Sometime next weekend.” Type it the way you'd text a friend.
Friday morning, 2 adults?
2
She finds the next one
ViTA checks every departure from your Sorrento area, the guide languages, and what's still open.
Friday 09 May · pickup 07:50 from your hotel · 2 seats left at €62 each.
3
Confirm in chat
Pay in the same window. Your QR ticket and pickup point land in your inbox in 30 seconds.
✓ Booked. See you Friday at 07:50 at Hotel Bellevue Syrene.
Live info
Ask anything about Pompeii.
Get a real answer.
ViTA is plugged into Pompeii's live opening data, the weather, and 20 years of our guides' notes. Skip the forums — just ask.
Open ViTAWhat time should I leave Sorrento to avoid the crowds?
Pick the 07:50 pickup — you'll be inside the gate by 09:15, about 90 minutes before the tour-bus rush. Hot tip from our guides.
How much walking should I expect?
About 4–5 km on uneven Roman stones. Closed shoes are essential. Bring a refillable bottle — there are 9 free water fountains across the site.
What's the weather doing on Friday?
27°C, partly cloudy, light breeze from the sea. Perfect for the morning slot. The afternoon hits 31°C — bring a hat.
Can I add Herculaneum after?
Yes, we run a combo tour Tue/Thu/Sat. €95 total, back in Sorrento by 18:30. Want me to check Thursday for you?
Human support
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Ready when you are.
Tell ViTA your dates. She'll handle the rest — usually under a minute.