Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch
Traveler rating
4.4/5
Based on 602 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch worth booking?
Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch is a 6-hour experience in Naples, Italy, from $115 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 602 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 79 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (602)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $115 per person
This full-day tour of the World Heritage Sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum begins with a pick-up in Naples and a transfer by bus to the ruins of Pompeii. There will be a tour assistant on the bus during this part of the excursion. On arriving in Pompeii you’ll explore the ruins for around 2 hours. Discover the traditions and daily life of ancient Pompeii inhabitants. You’ll see the large theater, the necropolis, the thermal baths, and some of the amazing houses that were owned by the richest residents. Enjoy an included light lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, head to Herculaneum where you’ll have the chance to explore the ruins on your own. It’s possible to observe the daily life of the population here even more detailed than in Pompeii, as the mud and volcanic debris that covered the city preserved the structures and artifacts of Herculaneum.
What you get
About this experience
This full-day tour of the World Heritage Sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum begins with a pick-up in Naples and a transfer by bus to the ruins of Pompeii. There will be a tour assistant on the bus during this part of the excursion. On arriving in Pompeii you’ll explore the ruins for around 2 hours. Discover the traditions and daily life of ancient Pompeii inhabitants. You’ll see the large theater, the necropolis, the thermal baths, and some of the amazing houses that were owned by the richest residents. Enjoy an included light lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, head to Herculaneum where you’ll have the chance to explore the ruins on your own. It’s possible to observe the daily life of the population here even more detailed than in Pompeii, as the mud and volcanic debris that covered the city preserved the structures and artifacts of Herculaneum.
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Transportation by modern coaches for the entire trip
- Comment on board
- Guide(with a minimum of 6 participants per language; groups of 5 participants will have audio guide)
- Audioguides in the ruins of Herculaneum
Not included
- Entrance tickets to Pompeii (€21 per person)
- Entrance tickets to Herculaneum (€16 per person)
- Drinks
What you'll see and do
Naples
After the last pick up we will drive from naples city centre to Pompeii archeological park
60 minutes here
Archaeological Park of Pompeii
At the time of the dramatic eruption, Pompeii counted about 11.000 inhabitants, while Herculaneum had a population of some 5.000 people. A number of emperors and aristocrats had their holiday villas in these cities. One day, in 79 AD, several meters of ashes buried the whole area in a matter of few hours. Centuries later, in 1748, under the Bourbons government, excavation works started. The discovery was greeted with enthusiasm as it added great wealth to the kingdom and inspired the neoclassicism movement in Europe. Nowadays, the ruins of Pompeii are amongst the most visited archaeological sites in the world, while Herculaneum is renewed for its Villa dei Papiri containing a library of over 1800 papyruses. Visit of the excavations (approx 2 hrs) and if time permits also of a coral and cameos factory to admire the production procedure carried on by expert artisans
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Pompeii
Lunch break
60 minutes here
Archeological Park of Herculaneum
After lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, you will be heading towards the ruins of Herculaneum.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Naples
After the visit to Herculaneum return to Naples at the same place as in the morning.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Naples
Meeting point outside the main entrance of the hotel at 8:45 am, our assistant will be holding a sign with your name.
Meeting point
Naples
Meeting point outside the main entrance of the hotel at 8:40 am, our assistant will be holding a sign with your name.
Meeting point
Naples
Meeting point outside the main entrance of the hotel at 8:30 am, our assistant will be holding a sign with your name.
Meeting point
Naples
Meeting point outside the main entrance of the hotel at 8:20 am, our assistant will be holding a sign with your name.
Meeting point
Naples
Meeting point outside the main entrance of the hotel at 8:10 am, our assistant will be holding a sign with your name. Very close to the cruise pier.
Meeting point
Naples
Meeting point outside the main entrance of the hotel at 8:00 am, our assistant will be holding a sign with your name.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meeting point outside the main entrance of the hotel at 8:45 am, our assistant will be holding a sign with your name.
Ends at
Meeting point outside the main entrance of the hotel at 8:40 am, our assistant will be holding a sign with your name.
Ends at
Meeting point outside the main entrance of the hotel at 8:30 am, our assistant will be holding a sign with your name.
Ends at
Meeting point outside the main entrance of the hotel at 8:20 am, our assistant will be holding a sign with your name.
Ends at
Meeting point outside the main entrance of the hotel at 8:10 am, our assistant will be holding a sign with your name. Very close to the cruise pier.
Ends at
Meeting point outside the main entrance of the hotel at 8:00 am, our assistant will be holding a sign with your name.
Options you can book
Regular Group Tour
Regular Group Tour with ticket
Starting points: Grand Hotel Saint Lucia, Via Partenope, 46, 80121 Napoli NA, Italy Hotel NH Napoli Panorama, Via Medina, 70, 80133 Napoli NA, Italy Hotel Naples, C.so Umberto I, 55, 80132 Napoli NA, Italy Starhotels Terminus, P.za Giuseppe Garibaldi, 91, 80142 Napoli NA, Italy UNA Hotels Napoli, 10, P.za Giuseppe Garibaldi, 9, 80139 Napoli NA, Italy
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Napoli City Vision
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- If there are fewer than six people in your group, the tour will operate with an audio guide instead of a real local guide.
- Not suitable for passengers with walking difficulties
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 602 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
602 verified traveler reviews for Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fascintating experience!
A fascinating experience visiting both historic sites. I would advise visiting the Archaeological Museum in Napoli BEFORE visiting the sites as some people on our tour were left a little deflated with the lack of artifacts in Pompeii and they enjoyed Herculaneum more, which was a bit surprising as Pompeii is really eye opening and amazing. The artifacts found in Pompeii are housed in the museum. Both tours were superb and both tour guides (Francesco for Pompeii and Maria for Herculaneum) were very knowledgable, friendly and fielded questions throughout. A big thanks also to Rebecca Pasquale (sorry couldn't remember your full name!) as she has only been with the company for a couple of weeks but she was very helpful, friendly and professional.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the fascinating review, Caroline D. We are thrilled that you had a superb experience visiting both historic sites and enjoyed the tours with Francesco in Pompeii and Maria in Herculaneum. Your lovely words about Rebecca Pasquale's helpfulness and professionalism will certainly be shared with her and the rest of our team. We also truly appreciate your excellent advice regarding the Archaeological Museum in Naples. Pointing out that the original artifacts from Pompeii are housed there is a wonderful tip for future travelers to better understand the sites. We hope to welcome you back for another tour from Naples soon.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing!! Could have...
Amazing!! Could have spent all day looking and learning about this fascinating place. The guides were very informative and answered questions.
Response from the operator: It is easy to get completely lost in the fascinating history of these ancient cities, so we totally understand wanting to stay all day! We are absolutely thrilled that you had an amazing experience on our Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch. Our guides love bringing these ruins back to life and diving into all the questions from our guests, so they will be incredibly happy to hear your wonderful compliments. Thank you for choosing us to explore such incredible history. We hope to welcome you back for another deep dive into the past in the future! Safe travels!
via Viator
Excellent day trip to Pompeii and Herculaneum
A very well-organised and enjoyable day from Naples. Visiting both Pompeii and Herculaneum in the same trip was a fantastic experience, as the two sites complement each other perfectly and give a fascinating insight into Roman life. The tour was well paced, the guide was knowledgeable, engaging and clear, and everything ran smoothly throughout the day. We particularly appreciated the explanations and historical context, which made the ruins much more meaningful than simply visiting them on our own. Lunch and transportation were well organised, making the whole experience easy and stress-free. A full day, but absolutely worth it. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Naples who wants to experience both Pompeii and Herculaneum in one day.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your detailed and wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable and well-organised day visiting Pompeii and Herculaneum. We’re especially pleased that you appreciated the guide’s explanations and historical context, and that they helped bring the ancient sites to life. It’s also great to know that the transportation and lunch arrangements made your day comfortable and stress-free. Thank you for your strong recommendation. We hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future.
via Tripadvisor
A cheat. Not recomendable at all.
The tour was too slow. First of all, they changed our time. Later we understood why. From one group in English and other in Spanish, they made just one. The explanations from guides were too slow, and they repeated all twice, in Spanish and in English. This is a torture under this sun and heat. It was a moment I decided to go by myself and it was the best idea. Maria, the old lady in Ercolano, missed many points. My family stayed with her and they missed the best parts. I could see more things because I did it by myself. Also, it was a french family that had nothing in french. I had to help them with the translation. At the end they went also by theirselves. A shame. I will not recommend at all this tour.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely regret that the organization and pace of the tour did not meet your expectations. We understand your concerns regarding the multilingual group, the heat and the guided visits. We will review these points with our team, as our goal is always to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for every guest.
via Tripadvisor
Very informative!
Great experience doing both cities in the one day! Very hot, so remember to bring water and sunscreen :)
Response from the operator: Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted you enjoyed visiting both Pompeii and Herculaneum in one day. Summer can indeed be very hot, so water, sunscreen and a hat are great companions for the tour! We hope to welcome you again on another adventure in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $115 to $150
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 211
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Napoli City Vision, who run 19 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 66.0.
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Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Naples.
How much does Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $115 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Naples usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Naples is not rushed.
Is Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 602 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Naples, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch?
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Around 211 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Naples can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Naples and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Naples within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Naples?
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On Outty we rank every Naples experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Caserta Royal Palace & Gardens Small Group Tour with Shuttle, Naples Guided Tour by Bike, Naples Pizza and Tiramisu Cooking Class. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Naples?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Naples?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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What is included in Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch?
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Included: Lunch; Transportation by modern coaches for the entire trip; Comment on board; Guide(with a minimum of 6 participants per language; groups of 5 participants will have au; and Audioguides in the ruins of Herculaneum. Not included: Entrance tickets to Pompeii (€21 per person); Entrance tickets to Herculaneum (€16 per person); and Drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch?
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Meeting point outside the main entrance of the hotel at 8:45 am, our assistant will be holding a sign with your name. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch offered in?
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It is offered in English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; Specialized infant seats are available; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Naples. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch?
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Across 602 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, value for money. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Regular Group Tour, Regular Group Tour with ticket. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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