Beyond Naples, the shoreline offers the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum. The once thriving ancient Roman city near the Bay of Naples was buried by the volcanic eruption of the nearby Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Enjoy a private guided tour of Pompeii archeological ruins.  Enjoy a walk around the interiors of the homes of Pompeii’s wealthier citizens, to the ancient streets where locals dined and where you’ll learn about traditional Roman cuisine, visit the amphitheater where you will hear stories of the Gladiators and the events staged in the arena. As well as enjoying numerous anecdotes about life in Pompeii that will include some of the Graffiti dating back to Roman times that are still visible throughout the ruins. Visit the Ancient Forum, Pompeii’s center for religious, civil and economic life where, walk through the ancient Macellum which was a covered food market that occupied a corner of the forum. With the narration of our expert local guide you will be able to visualize how life was conducted inside these Roman houses. Herculaneum is better preserved than Pompeii and your private guide will explain you the difference and peculiarities of these two important sites. Herculaneum site is less visited than Pompeii and this makes the visit easier, quieter and more family-friendly, but still you will see an amazing place and will learn stories about the fate that awaited the people who lived here. Stroll among the public buildings that have been uncovered, explore the Roman baths, the gym, the Basilica and the theater. With this private guided walking tour Herculaneum comes alive. Learn about the daily life of its citizens and slaves. Herculaneum is definitely worth a visit but in addition to rather than instead of Pompeii as the two ill-fated towns offer different perspectives on life at the time of the eruption. Uncover 2000 years of history reloaded. 

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