Firstly, the entrance fee of €19 was unbelievably good (I dread to think how much it would cost in a city like London!). We entered via the first gate c. Scavi di Pompei and the queue time was short (midweek, 10:30). The vast expanse of the place was completely unexpected and would likely take a full day to cover the majority. Fortunately, although a warm day, sunny intervals were welcome and it seemed a much better day to visit than with the clear sun the following day for example. The cafe we stopped for lunch (Chora) was basic but food was acceptable if a little overpriced, but this was to be expected at such a location - equally, many punters were taking picnics in etc. In summary, this is definitely worth a visit as its something that doesn't fully transcend in photos and was a unique experience. As per some of the previous reviews, I also was struggling to comprehend the time period for everything I was seeing.

This is truly a remarkable archaeological site and a must see. We traveled from the main train station in Naples main Square to Pompeii Scavi train station a stone throw from the entrance. We spent over 3 and half hours walking around the area and could have spent many more and on this note I wish I had a guide,it was so interesting but with the guides knowledge it would have been more than just reading the plaques around the buildings although these were ok to give some insight,the scratching on the walls,paintings,mosaic’s the roads and buildings still standing up till this day. It’s so wonderful how it’s all maintained and still renovating areas still today. If your in Italy and it feasible for you to go for a day get the train it’s cheap and reliable.

We went in July in the heat wave. We wanted a guide. As we arrived, we were hushed up upstairs at the train station and offered a guide for 20 euros. I thought these were the official pompei guides. We took them. The guide was great, and we learned a lot, but I learned later that these are not the official guides. For the official guides, you need to walk to to the gate, cross it and then find a guide. Our tour was about 2 1/2 hours. We learned so much. It is too back there is only one resting area once you are inside the archeological park, no benches. It is difficult in the heat to concentrate on not slipping of the rocks. Bring loads of water, and a snack. It is so impressive however. Even the small museum at the end is worth planning some time to visit. I wish I could have stayed more, but maybe on another trip. Definitely not skip.

We hired a private guide located right next to the ticket both. This turned out to be a great way to see the highlights at a pace that worked for us in about 2 hours. Our guide was just fantastic and explained some of the details that we otherwise wouldn’t have known and made this very interesting. The website said they limit the size of backpacks so we brought a very small one to be sure we’d get in. However, this wasn’t being enforced on the day we went and we saw all sizes of backpacks. Bring your water and walking shoes! The walking paths we took were pretty level. We entered at a further entrance to avoid a steep slope up. Better to have the slope at the end going down. Thanks to our guide for recommending that!

This is a must do in Italy if you can. We were travelling from Rome to the Amalfi coast and stopped in on Pompeii. We upgraded to a tour guide and it is worth it for the information they have. We had luggage also but you get off the local train and take your luggage upstairs. Unfortunately you do need to carry this up 2 flights of stairs. It costs €8 each bag but worth it. Pompeii is massive with so much to see there are toilets before and after and inside near the forum. Would not recommend strollers or prams as it is all large stone from Pompeii times and it looked very hard for people to navigate. Bring plenty of water our tour lasted 2 hours but you are free to explore the rest of Pompeii. Wear comfortable clothing and covered shoes. And don’t touch the walls. But it is amazing that you are in the houses of Pompeii

Just some info on entry and audio guides September 2023 There are lots of reviews about the experience for you to trawl through. So just a few helpful facts Get you ticket on line from the official website. They are 19 euros. Trip advisor won't let me paste a link but Google Ticketzone pompei tickets and you should find them for 19 euros There are lots of websites around. If anyone is charging more than 19 euros they are whacking on their commission. You can just rock up and buy a ticket at the booth outside the main entrance. The queues at the various entry points to the Ruins are short in the early morning and can get long later. So buy before to save money and get straight in If you want an audio guide you can only hire them outside the entrance from one of the many vendor stalls. We paid 10 euros each. You may be able to negotiate or shop around but I was happy with 10 euros. The handset we had had an earphone socket or you hold up to your ear like a phone. Just beware that they want photographic ID as a deposit. They will keep your ID and return it when you return the handset. I was particularly uncomfortable about leaving my driving licence. I certainly would have not left a passport. I offered to pay money for the security deposit but was told ‘NO You must give me photo ID’ We couldn’t get the android version of the Official app to work and spoke to others who had similar problems. The IPhone version seemed to work but people weren’t impressed. Obviously lots of guides around touting for business. I am sure many are good but we did listen into a few when walking round and I did struggle to understand some of the Guides accents, so was pleased we used an audio guide with English accent

Great place to visit but forget the guides and the cost of the guides use the audio. You will receive more information for a fraction of the cost, in summer please wear an hat. Having been to Pompeii the artefacts found are in the Archeological Museum in Naples. Yet they never mentioned it.

I didn't want to go, We had been to Herculaneum, and I wasn't sure I needed more ancient Roman buildings but I did. Absolutely do not miss this but go out of season, towards the end of the day and don't do more than 4 hours. You don't need a guide but work out what you want to see and download a map. Take the back streets to the main sites, which keep bumping into tours down. All in all a life time experience not to be missed.

My wife and I had a day trip to Pompeii in September 2023. I could talk forever about this incredible archeological site but I’m sure you already know it’s worth visiting. My advice would be this. Look at the weather forecast and wear appropriate clothing, we started the day in baking sunshine but ended with torrential rain and thunderstorms. There are very little places to shelter and if it rains you will need some serious weatherproof gear.

Couldn’t go to Italy and pass up the chance to visit Pompeii. Hired an audio tour nearby, informative and easy to use at fraction of cost of guided tour. Site is massive. Several well marked viewpoints and haunting backdrop of Mount Vesuvius. You walk on original cobbled streets so recommend wearing comfortable footwear. Very hot during late am/early pm so recommend taking fluids and a hat as no shops once inside. I would recommend a minimum of 3 hours at a push to do this attraction at decent walking pace. The new town of Pompeii itself is stunning with lots of beautiful shops/restaurants near to the site entrance at very reasonable prices. This is one of those forever memories for me and my family.