Pompeii and Villa of the Mysteries
Pompeii, Italy

Pompeii and Villa of the Mysteries

Outdoor Activity
★★★★★ 5.0 · 3 reviews
Duration
Half Day
Type
Outdoor Activity
Rating
5.0 / 5.0
Cancellation
Free — 24hr

Pompeii and Villa of the Mysteries

Meet the Guide at the train station of Pompeii nearby the archeological site and begin an incredible journey back into the past ! Your private local licensed Pompeii guide will take you on a fascinating tour through this once thriving empire of nearly 20,000 inhabitants that was completely covered in 30 feet of volcanic ash.You will be guided in the baths, villas, theatres and wrestling ground for about three hours.This tour includes the visit to the Villa of the Mysteries.This wonderful Villa is one of the greatest archeological discoveries of the past century named for the paintings in one room of the residence. This space may have been a triclinium, and is decorated with very fine frescoes.

Although the actual subject of the frescoes is hotly debated, the most common interpretation of the images is scenes of the initiation of a woman into a special cult of Dionysus, a mystery cult that required specific rites and rituals to become a member.

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Your Itinerary

A curated journey through the experience

Stop

Pompeii Archaeological Park

Porta Marina (via Villa dei Misteri), 80045 Pompeii Italy

You will be guided in the baths, villas, theatres and wrestling ground for about three hours.

2 hours
Stop

Villa dei Misteri

Via Villa Dei Misteri 2, 80045 Pompeii Italy

This wonderful Villa is one of the greatest archeological discoveries of the past century named for the paintings in one room of the residence.

1 hour

Included

  • Licensed tour guide

Not Included

  • Pompeii entrance fee (16,00 Euros per person)

Good to Know

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Tickets & Cancellation

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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