
Private Food Tour in Ancient Pompeii
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Is Private Food Tour in Ancient Pompeii worth booking?
Private Food Tour in Ancient Pompeii is a 2-hour experience in Pompeii, Italy, from $30 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
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- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $30 per person
A totally immersive Lunch as you step into the shoes of a senator or matron of the time and enjoy a dive into the past two thousand years. What makes this activity special is the possibility of being able to wear typical
What you get
About this experience
A totally immersive Lunch as you step into the shoes of a senator or matron of the time and enjoy a dive into the past two thousand years. What makes this activity special is the possibility of being able to wear typical clothing of ancient Pompeii, taste the typical dishes of the days in the ancient city, relive the habits of the inhabitants through a gastronomic (and not only historical) journey.
What's included
Included
- Food and drinks according to the chosen menu Senator and / or Matrona clothing
Not included
- Anything not specified in the chosen menu
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Pompeii
Meet the staff in one of the Pompeii restaurants indicated at the time of booking
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meet the staff in one of the Pompeii restaurants indicated at the time of booking
Options you can book
Land light menu
Terra light menu: THE MENU INCLUDES 3 COURSES (water, cover charge and a glass of * Carenum included)
Jentaculum
flavored strips of chicken, raw ham and Apicius spice sauce. PANISACPERNA DI COLUMELLA(sea): Sandwich(450g)made with barley,spelled and wheat stuffed with marinated and seared salmon fillet, Agerola mozzarella,zucchini Jentaculum: Welcome entree + Panis ac perna + Glass of wine (water and cover charge included): PANIS AC PERNA DI APICIO (ground) Breakfast of the ancient Roman: Sandwich (450g) made with barley, spelled and wheat stuffed with hard-boiled egg, olive epiterium, escarole, Libum di Catone.
Light sea menu
Light sea menu: THE MENU INCLUDES 3 COURSES (water, cover charge and glass of Mulsum included)
Land tasting itinerary
Land tasting itinerary: THE MENU INCLUDES 8 COURSES (WELCOME ENTRÉE, 2 STARTERS, 2 FIRST COURSES, 1 SECOND COURSE, 1 PRE-DESSERT and DESSERT + 4 GLA
Complete sea menu
Complete sea menu: THE MENU INCLUDES WELCOME ENTRÉE + 4 COURSES (water, cover charge and a glass of Mulsum included)
Complete land menu
Complete land menu: THE MENU INCLUDES WELCOME ENTRÉE + 4 COURSES (water, cover charge and a glass of Carenum included)
Cicerone's menu
pecorino cheese dei Monti Lattari, buffalo herbolinate with artichoke rennet. Cured meats: wild boar mortadella, 6 months age Cicerone's menu: CUTTING BOARD WITH CHEESE AND CURED MEATS+3 GLASSES OF WINE+SEASONAL FRUIT+WINE PAIRING. Cicerone's menu: Cicero's cutting board Cheeses:Columella hand-pressed aged 12 months, provolone in walnut leaf (pasture of the Lattari Mount)
Sea tasting itinerary
Sea tasting itinerary: IL MENU’ INCLUDE 8 PORTATE (ENTRÉE DI BENVENUTO, 2 ANTIPASTI, 2 PRIMI, 1 SECONDO, 1 PRE-DESSERT e DESSERT + 4 CALICI DI VINO)
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Campania Overland
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- for the experience the reinforced green pass certificate is useful
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $30 to $102
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Food Tour in Ancient Pompeii: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Pompeii.
How much does Private Food Tour in Ancient Pompeii cost?
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Prices start at $30 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Pompeii usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Food Tour in Ancient Pompeii take?
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Plan for about 2 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 Pompeii is not rushed.
Is Private Food Tour in Ancient Pompeii worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Pompeii, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Food Tour in Ancient Pompeii?
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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 Private Food Tour in Ancient Pompeii suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Food Tour in Ancient Pompeii?
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Around 0 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 Pompeii 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 Pompeii and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Food Tour in Ancient Pompeii 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 Pompeii 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 Pompeii?
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On Outty we rank every Pompeii experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Skip the Line Guided Tour of Pompeii Led by an Archaeologist, Premium Minivan Trip from Rome: Pompeii Tour & Lunch in Sorrento, Explore Pompeii with an Archaeologist. 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 Pompeii?
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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 Pompeii?
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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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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