Pompeii Day Trip from Rome by High-Speed Train and Guided Tour

About this experience

Travel from Rome to the ancient ruins of Pompeii with ease using efficient high-speed train services and our roundtrip transportation service from Naples to Pompeii. This day trip includes roundtrip train tickets and a 2-hour group tour of Pompeii led by an expert archaeologist who will provide insightful information on this UNESCO heritage site. Upon arrival in Naples, meet your driver and begin your journey to the ruins, where you'll explore the western part of the archaeological site after being able to enter smoothly thanks to pre-bought tickets. After your tour, return to Naples for your train back to Rome, making for a seamless and enriching experience without the hassle of planning.

What to expect

1. Stop 1

   Reach Roma Termini station and catch the high-speed train directed to Naples Central Station.

2. Stop 2

   Exit Naples central station once you get off the train and reach the meeting point located outside Starhotels Terminus.

3. Stop 3 · 2h

   Travel to Pompeii Archaeological Park comfortably and get ready for a 2-hour small group tour guided by an expert archaeologist.

4. Stop 4 · 10min

   The tour begins at one of Pompeii’s principal gateways, offering an introduction to the urban layout, the eruption of 79 AD, and the archaeological significance of the site.

5. Stop 5 · 15min

   This monumental building served as a center for legal and commercial activities. Its architectural features illustrate the transition between Greek and Roman models and the importance of jurisprudence in ancient cities.

6. Stop 6 · 20min

   As the political, religious and commercial heart of Pompeii, the Forum exemplifies the city's administrative power. Here, guests learn about civic institutions, temples, markets, and the role of public space in Roman society.

7. Stop 7 · 10min

   One of Pompeii’s oldest sanctuaries, this temple reveals layers of religious practices and artistic influences.

8. Stop 8 · 10min

   The Macellum served as Pompeii’s principal food market. Its stalls and decorative elements reveal the complexity of trade networks and the variety of products circulating in the ancient city.

9. Stop 9 · 15min

   Among the best-preserved bath complexes in the ancient world, the baths display the advanced engineering that characterized Roman thermal culture. The detailed layout highlights the sequence of rooms and the social function of bathing.

10. Stop 10 · 10min

    One of the main thoroughfares of Pompeii, this street showcases shops, workshops and residential structures that provide a vivid picture of urban commercial life.

11. Stop 11

    After your Pompeii tour, travel comfortably to Naples station and catch the train back to Roma Termini.

Tour & ticket options

Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.

Meeting & pickup

You will receive your train ticket on the day before your tour.

Before you go

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This activity is not suitable for people with mobility impairments nor for visually impaired guests.
• If you are travelling with suitcases, we recommend storing them in a luggage deposit (for example at the station or any facility of your choice) during the excursion. It may not always be possible to accommodate luggage on the minibus, as not all vehicles are equipped with a luggage compartment.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.